12mm Karma Acoustic JoistHood

12mm Karma Acoustic JoistHood is a profiled low-density polyethylene resilient foam which has gas impregnated acoustic additives. It is a specifically engineered in an omega shape to friction fit over the joists. The profiled ridges on the surface of Karma Acoustic JoistHood minimise surface contact between the foam and floor surface to ensure maximum acoustic isolation. It is simply placed over the existing joists, which can either be planed or rough cut prior to adding the mass of the floor. It also meets the requirements of Approved Document E of the Building Regulations for material change of use.

• Very lightweight and easy to handle,
• A simple installation process,
• Laid straight onto the joists, no sub-deck required,
• Can be used on 45mm to 60mm joists,
• Reduces floor height and saves on labour costs,
• Easy to use on refurbishment projects,
• Exceeds Approved Document E requirements for material change of use projects,
• Chemically and physically stable material with no CFC’s or HCFC’s used in production,
• Zero ODP,
• Moisture resistant and rot proof,
• 100% recyclable.
  

• Ideal on masonry timber joist refurbishment projects, if floor height is an issue or when existing floorboards are to be replaced,
  
• Loft applications to block airborne and impact sound