Anti vibration mats
 

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[Closed] Anti vibration mats

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Is there much "technology" in anti vibration mats or is it just a slab of rubber?

In which case, should I just buy the cheapest thickest one I can?

Is it safe to say that thicker mats offer greater isolation?

We want to move the washing machine and tumble dryer upstairs.


 
Posted : 15/07/2018 4:29 pm
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We use a product at work called Fabcel.

its most commonly used for placing machines on / isolating vibration.

cant say how it works compared to ordinary rubber sheet


 
Posted : 15/07/2018 4:59 pm
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Wow, that Fabcel is spendy!


 
Posted : 15/07/2018 5:08 pm
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Any other rubber experts in this evening?


 
Posted : 15/07/2018 7:29 pm
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Have a look on a hifi forum, the debate around sound damping materials is even more furious than wheel size debates on bike forums 😉


 
Posted : 15/07/2018 7:36 pm
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Washing machines are not precision made though, so putting one upstairs is a very bad idea, unless you maybe hang it from the ceiling on a system of bungee strings.

A rubber mat would make next to no difference, you'd be better off upgrading the internals of the washer itself if you want to make it more silent


 
Posted : 15/07/2018 7:45 pm

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