QuietRock

PABCO Gypsum’s QuietRock is the premier brand in the sound-damping gypsum board industry, recognized for its advanced engineered drywall panels that significantly reduce sound transmission through walls and ceilings. Utilizing patented Constrained Layer Damping (CLD) technology, this specialized line of high-density panels allows architects, builders, and acoustic designers to achieve high Sound Transmission Class (STC) ratings with thinner, more space-efficient assemblies. By replacing multiple layers of standard gypsum and resilient channels with a single high-performance board, QuietRock optimizes floor space and lowers installation labor costs across demanding commercial, multi-family, healthcare, and residential projects. Building professionals searching for soundproof drywall, acoustic gypsum board, sound reducing wall systems, and high-STC building materials can rely on this highly engineered product family to deliver superior decibel reduction and building code compliance.

Specification Highlights:
• Employs patented Constrained Layer Damping (CLD) polymer technology layered between gypsum cores to dissipate acoustic energy and drastically reduce sound transmission between adjacent spaces.
• Available in specialized configurations, including QuietRock 510 (1/2-inch residential), QuietRock EZ-SNAP (5/8-inch standard with enhanced score-and-snap workability), and EZ-SNAP MR for high-moisture zones.
• Features high-performance specialty variants like QuietRock 530, which delivers impact and shear resistance alongside sound damping, and QuietRock 530RF, which offers integrated radio frequency (RF) shielding.
• Delivers UL fire-resistance ratings (up to 1-hour single-layer and 2-hour multi-layer assemblies) directly integrated into their 5/8-inch panels for simplified safety compliance.
• Accompanied by a comprehensive acoustic design ecosystem, including an interactive Sound and Fire Assembly Tool, detailed architectural submittal creators, and sound-sealing accessories (QuietCoat and QuietSeal Pro) to ensure complete system performance.