Author: Geoff Aldridge

With over 40 years in business and two decades dedicated to insulation and soundproofing, Geoff Aldridge is a trusted voice in Australia’s building materials industry. Starting in 2005 at Higgins Insulation, he worked his way from warehouse manager to general manager, gaining hands-on insight into every stage of insulation manufacturing and sales. In 2015, he founded Soundproofing Products, helping homeowners and builders achieve quieter, more comfortable spaces. Later, he acquired Insulation Victoria and launched Insulation Easy, expanding into nationwide online distribution. A member of the Australian Insulation Installers Association, he’s attended leading industry conferences both in Australia and overseas. His practical experience and technical knowledge make him an authoritative contributor on thermal and acoustic insulation.
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5 Top Uses for Mass Loaded Vinyl (MLV) Soundproofing

Mass loaded vinyl (MLV) installed in a car for soundproofing and noise reduction.

Mass Loaded Vinyl (MLV) is one of the most effective materials for reducing noise in residential, commercial, and automotive applications. In comparison to lightweight foams and simple insulation layers, MLV blocks airborne sound more effectively because of its dense structure and flexibility. Below are five practical scenarios where MLV delivers outstanding results — including how[…]

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How Contractors Use MLV for Residential Projects

Contractor installing sound proofing panels on residential interior wall for noise reduction

Noise control in Australian residential construction is no longer optional. In multi-residential builds, modern home theatre rooms, duplex boundaries and high-density suburbs — acoustics directly affects comfort, productivity, and post-handover satisfaction. Mass Loaded Vinyl (MLV) has become one of the most practical sound control materials Australian contractors are adopting, especially when compared to purely absorbent-only[…]