Description
Gyproc RhinoBoard SoundBloc is a high-density gypsum plasterboard with a specially formulated core that offers enhanced sound insulation and fire protection. It is designed for internal partitions and lining systems where acoustic performance and quieter, more comfortable interiors are required.
Available Sizes
• Thickness: 12.5 mm or 15 mm
• Width: 1200 mm
• Available lengths (depending on stock): 2700 mm / 3000 mm / 3600 mm
Stock Status
In Stock / On Request (subject to dealer availability)
Product Highlights
- Enhanced sound-insulation core — reduces noise transmission between rooms
- Gypsum board with higher density and special additives for better acoustic and fire performance
- Suitable for internal wall/partition lining in residential, commercial or institutional buildings
- Finished surface ready for jointing/plastering and final decoration
- Backed by certified environmental & quality management standards
Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Board Type | Acoustic gypsum plasterboard (RhinoBoard SoundBloc) |
| Core | High-density gypsum with additives, aerated gypsum core encased in strong paper liners (blue face, ivory reverse) |
| Thickness | 12.5 mm or 15 mm |
| Width | 1200 mm |
| Typical Lengths | 2700 / 3000 / 3600 mm (depending on stock) |
| Edge Type | Tapered Edge (T/E) for jointing / finishing |
Application Instructions
- Use in internal partitions or wall-lining systems where noise reduction and sound insulation are required.
- Fix boards on recommended stud framing (metal/timber) using appropriate screws, following spacing and fixing guidelines.
- Tape and joint properly using compatible joint compounds; surface can be plastered or skim-finished and painted.
- Ensure joints, penetrations, sockets are carefully sealed to maintain acoustic performance.
- Not suitable for damp/wet areas — use only in dry internal environments.
Suitable Applications
- Residential walls/partitions for improved privacy and sound control
- Apartments and flats to reduce noise between rooms or units
- Offices, hotels, hostels — internal walls needing sound insulation between rooms or corridors
- Schools, hospitals, institutions where acoustic comfort is important
- Any interior project requiring better sound insulation in partitions or walls
Compatibility & Limitations
- Compatible with gypsum drywall partition and lining systems as per Gyproc specifications.
- Non-load bearing — suitable only for interior partitions, not structural walls requiring load support.
- Not recommended for wet/damp or external applications — use only in dry interior conditions.
- Acoustic and fire performance depends on correct installation as per Gyproc’s system guidelines (stud spacing, jointing, insulation, sealing).
Safety & Handling
- Store boards flat on level supports in dry, covered area until installation.
- Handle carefully — lift from long edge to avoid core stress or edge damage.
- Cut using a utility knife and straight-edge scoring & snapping method, or plasterboard saw; use PPE (gloves, mask, eye protection) when cutting.
- Ensure joints and penetrations are sealed to maintain acoustic and fire performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
SoundBloc is used for interior walls and partitions where sound insulation is important — apartments, offices, hotels, hospitals and other spaces needing quieter, private rooms. It helps block noise between rooms for better comfort and privacy.
Yes — thanks to its high-density gypsum core and special additives, SoundBloc offers superior sound reduction compared to standard plasterboards, when installed correctly in a drywall system.
SoundBloc is available in 12.5 mm and 15 mm thickness, both with 1200 mm width and various length options.
Yes. It’s ideal for apartments, hotels, hostels or any multi-unit building where controlling noise between rooms, corridors or adjacent units is a priority.
No — SoundBloc is not designed for continuous damp or wet environments. It must be used in dry, internal zones for reliable acoustic and fire performance.
Install on recommended stud/partition framing, fix with correct screws, stagger joints, and ensure all joints and penetrations (doors, sockets) are sealed. This ensures both acoustic and fire performance.
Yes. Because of its gypsum core, SoundBloc provides non-combustible properties and contributes to fire protection when used in compliance with wall/partition system specifications.
No. SoundBloc is non-load bearing — intended only for internal partitions or walls requiring acoustic / finishing performance, not for structural or load-supporting walls.
Yes. After fixing, joints should be taped/jointed and the surface can be plastered or skim-finished, then painted or decorated — just like standard drywall finishes.
SoundBloc is especially useful in apartments, offices, hotels, hospitals, schools, or any multi-unit or high-occupancy buildings where sound control, privacy and acoustic comfort are important for occupants.
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