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Resilient channel is a thin, flexible metal channel that is screwed to the studs. Drywall is then screwed to the channel, and the flexibility of the channel creates a decoupled wall.

For more information read our Decoupling Explained article.

• Install Resilient Channels at right angles to the framing member. The slotted holes should be positioned directly over the framing member.
• Use the screw holes to attach channel. If no hole is located at the framing member, attach through the mounting flange
• No more than two layers of up to 5/8" drywall should be applied.
• On wall framing members, resilient channels should be installed with mounting flange on the bottom. The starter row (closest to the floor) may be installed with mounting flange upward to accommodate fastening to the frame.

Spacing:

• Installing on walls: Channels should be spaced 24" OC maximum
• Installing on ceillings with 24" OC Framing: Channels should be spaced 16" OC maximum
• Installing on ceillings with 16" OC Framing: Channels should be spaced 24" OC maximum

Locations:

• Walls: Lowest row should be no more than 2" off the floor, Highest row should be no more than 6" from the ceiling.
• Ceilings: First and last row should be no more than 6" OC from adjacent wall.

Fasteners: 

• Use screws only, nails should not be used.

Splicing:

• Splicing should be done by nesting the ends of the resilient channel directly over the framing member and screwing through the mounting flange.
• Additionally, channels can be butted over the framing member leaving a minimum 1/16" gap between channels.

It is essential that channels be installed properly for them to work as intended.
Some main points to keep in mind:

• Ensure the mounting flange is applied in the downward position. By keeping the flange down the weight of the drywall will pull the resilient channel away from the stud, thus improving the sound rating.
• Screwing on top of a stud can potentially 'short circuit' the channel. Also, ensure the fastener you are using is not long enough to penetrate the stud.

This item is available for pick up at our location

100 Route 59, Unit 120, Suffern, NY 10982.

We also ship this item by the pallet (1,000 pieces per pallet) Nationwide. Call 845-388-1200 for pricing.

For shipping bundles of 32 channels (8.6' long) FedEx/UPS, see our RC1 sound channels here.