QuietBrace from Temple-Inland is a sound-deadening, structural sheathing that offers a combination of code-recognized bracing strength and sound control. It increases the R-value of the wall assembly and its insulating properties are approximately 140 percent more effective than wood structural panels.

Temple-Inland: www.templeinland.com

QuietZone noise control solutions from Owens Corning absorb, block, break and isolate sound waves that travel from room to room, both through the air and along the structural elements themselves. Installed as an integral part of quieter walls and floors, the products range from acoustic insulation batts, sealant, wall studs, ceiling products and floor mats to duct board and flexible duct media products for HVAC.

Owens Corning: www.owenscorning.com

The NewAcoustic stretch ceiling system from NewMat is designed for high acoustical absorption for ceiling or wall applications. This system consists of a patented microperforated PVC membrane that can be installed by itself or over an acoustical core. In this image, the product is stretched around the windows to look like the wall.

NewMat: www.newmatusa.com

SoundBreak Gypsum Board from National Gypsum installs and finishes like traditional gypsum board and can acheive STC ratings fo 55 or above in most wall assemblies. It defeats unwanted sound in two ways -- with increased masss and a constrained-layer damping effect provided by a middle layer of viscoelastic polymer.

National Gypsum: www.nationalgypsum.com

Quiet Solution offers its QuietHome sound-damped floor/ceiling assembly to reduce noise with an STC rating up to 65 and IIC rating up to 70. The assemblies can reduce challenging high heel footfall noise with results of 20-30db more than conventional assemblies.

Quiet Solution: www.quietsolution.com

Johns Manville offers its EnviroAire Duct Board to improve energy efficiency, comfort and noise control in custom homes. Its acoustical qualities eliminate the vibrations and equipment rumble typically associated with noisy metal duct systems. It also reduces the sounds of fans, appliances, televisions, and conversations from other rooms.

Johns Manville: www.jm.com