BlastBlock vs Soundsulate
Soundsulate is a mass loaded vinyl product widely sold on Amazon and through US building supply retailers. It is a popular entry-level MLV option for DIY residential soundproofing projects in North America. If you're looking for a Soundsulate alternative for professional or commercial projects — or need supply outside the US — BlastBlock provides acoustic-optimized MLV with independent ASTM E90 testing.
| Feature | BlastBlock | Soundsulate |
|---|---|---|
STC Rating | BB830: STC 32 | BB830FR: STC 28 | BB830LF: STC 32+ | Basic MLV performance data |
Thickness Options | 3mm (BB830/FR) | 5mm (BB830LF) | Standard 1/8 inch (~3mm) |
Surface Weight | BB830: 5 kg/m² | BB830LF: 10 kg/m² | Standard 1 lb/sq ft |
Fire Rating | BB830FR: Fire tested to AS/NZS 1530.3 | Limited — check product listings |
Eco-Friendly | BB830FR formulated without brominated flame retardants | Standard industry formulation |
ASTM Testing | ASTM E90 test reports available on request | Limited independent test data |
Acoustic Optimization | Formulated for frequency response optimization | Standard mass-based barrier |
- ASTM E90 laboratory tested - test reports available on request
- Fire-rated option available (BB830FR)
- BB830FR formulated without brominated flame retardants
- Multiple thickness options: 3mm and 5mm
- Low-frequency variant (BB830LF) for bass and machinery noise
- European headquarters (Netherlands) with Asia-Pacific distribution
- Technical support and datasheets available
Strengths
- Widely available on Amazon (US)
- Affordable entry-level pricing
- Easy to source for small DIY quantities
- No minimum order requirements from Amazon
Considerations
- Consumer/DIY grade — not optimized for professional projects
- No fire-rated variant available
- Limited independent acoustic testing
- No low-frequency optimized option
- US-only distribution — high import costs elsewhere
Soundsulate is a practical DIY option for small residential projects in North America. For professional installations, commercial projects, or buyers in Europe and Asia, BlastBlock offers independently ASTM E90 tested acoustic-optimized MLV with fire-rated (BB830FR) and low-frequency variants (BB830LF). BlastBlock ships globally from Netherlands and Bangkok with full technical support and datasheets.