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10/22/2007 QT Sound Control Underlayment (SCU) Continues to Exceed Independent and TCNA Testing Standards

Testing results have proven that QTscu continues to be one of the most trusted and tested names in sound control underlayment. Made from 100% recycled rubber and backed by over 165 independent laboratory and field tests to date, QTscu remains one of the most selected sound control products in the industry.

QTscu is a flat, resilient underlayment that is used directly under floor finishes, yielding exceptional results even under hard surface flooring and over concrete and wood joist construction.

Facts:

  • QTscu testing results are backed by over 185 independent laboratory and field tests in a variety of floor-ceiling assemblies per ASTM E492,E90 and E1007.
  • QTscu can thin-set tile and stone directly to the product per ASTM C627.
  • The Tile Council of North America performed bond tests using QTscu. In these tests, QTscu passed bond results according to ANSI 118.12 standards.
  • The Tile Council of North America performed the Robinson Wheel test using QTscu. QTscu passed ASTM C-627 with a residential rating.
  • Engineered to provide the highest IIC rating improvement as measured by ASTM E2179
  • Made from resilient 100% recycled rubber
  • Meets and exceeds tough building code requirements while adding less than 1/2" of floor height
  • Compatible with a direct application of floor finishes such as ceramic tile, stone, laminate, hardwood, engineered wood and vinyl
  • Outperforms cork, felt, polyethylene, fiberglass and nylon matrix
  • Available in rolls for simple and fast installation