Schluter KERDI Rgroup_18524 It reduces impact sound by

It reduces impact sound by 16 decibels (ISO 140-8)

when wood repeatedly expands and contracts

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Schluter KERDI Rgroup_18524 It reduces impact sound byNon toxic, waterproofing membrane for tile and stone Schluter KERDI is a pliable membrane designed to waterproof walls and shower floors prior to installation of tile or stone. Made of 8 ml thick polyethylene in Germany with zero VOCs and no odor, KERDI is covered in both sides with a fleece webbing to anchor the membrane in ceramic tile thin set mortar. Use it over regular sheet rock. There's no need for special green boards or waterproof drywall.