Why not use tile instead of mineral wool for sound proofing

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I read that the heavier the material the better it blocks sound.

Then why do people stuff their walls with soft insulation like mineral wool.

Why not just put clay/ceramic tiles or wooden boards
If the purpose is to decrease decibel levels ?

Best Answer

Heavy, but not rigid. Rigid materials just propagate sound vibrations.

Also:

  • Material like tile would require upgraded structural members such as floor beams
  • It would be much more difficult to install, assuming you want it to not jangle in your walls
  • It would be very expensive