Hi everybody,
I’ve got a spreadsheet from our architect to fill out regarding floor and wall finishes. He’s made some suggestions (which I can change). Most of them I understand, but for the combined living/dining/kitchen wall finish he’s suggesting “Acoustic Spray” on top of gypsum board. What is Acoustic Spray? It isn’t the same as “popcorn” is it? I’ve tried googling it, but all I’ve been able to find are applicators and no “what it looks like” pictures.
Thanks in advance for any help
Barbara
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Sounds like a typo. In cases like this, I'd call the archie and ask.
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i think it is "popcorn", or similar spray on acoustical finish.
the reasons for using this are,
1. because you like the look.
2. because it will cover/hide imperfections in finish of the drywall on the ceiling.
i don't know anybody that likes the look. i much prefer smooth finish, classic never goes out of style. all those faux finishes made to look like something they are not look cheesy to me.
poor workmanship is just poor. eventually cracks in drywall will show through popcorn, then try to fix it.
huge mistake either way IMHO
I believe the architect meant "accoustic" and misspelled the word. If that is the case, "accoustic" insulation is that which insulates against noise. So much for Professionalism, right?
Thanks everyone! I'll ask the architect what he had in mind. I'm not interested in popcorn on my walls.
Might be handy for a late night snack...
Ah, you've been talking to my mother-in-law. She keeps Orville Redenbacker in business all by herself ;)
Remember--the guy works for you. Because it was a spreadsheet asking for your imput and it specified walls it most likely was something entered by a clerk typist the previously noted "typo" is highly likely.There is one slim chance of something else and it depends on your floorplan of the rooms identified. The "acoustic spray" may not be the finish but rather something done before the gyp board goes up.
Here is a quote of that slim chance from a webpage:Sound Control
Celbar wall insulation effectively reduces sound transmission from walls or ceilings adjacent to entertainment centers, surround sound systems, bathrooms, and bedrooms to other rooms. The high-density insulation fills voids and creates a monolithic seal resulting in a quieter, more peaceful home. Celbar also provides a very high R-value making a home more energy efficient. Celbar is classified as a green building material, is designed to resist fire, mold, mildew and insects. Celbar has always been formulated with 100% Borates and Borate additives and is free of all Ammonia additives. I think you can find the webpage at http://www.celbar.com It has pics that explain the process. You will see that it is an "acoustic spray" for interior walls. There are many others with the same stuff.I always use dogpile.com as my search engine because it also includes google and many other sources. Tyr
Edited 7/5/2008 10:14 pm by Tyr
it might be what texture is now being called...
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Yep, my guess is he meant the orange peel texture, but confused it with popcorn on the ceilng. "Put your creed in your deed." Emerson
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or KD or a lace style....
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