Massachusetts Services

Underlayment

Expertly installed gypsum and self-leveling concrete floors from Structis include Maxxon Acousti-Mats® sound mat installation for a high-quality, sound-resistant result.

Massachusetts

34 Newark St
Haverhill, MA 01832

Phone: (978) 374-6434
Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

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Over 40 years of Expert Engineered Flooring Services

Our team in Massachusetts has been proudly serving the community since 1982. We excel at providing building solutions for multifamily and commercial properties. Our professional and premium flooring, insulation, and fireproofing solutions use premium-grade materials for high-quality results. Trust your next project to our team at Structis.

Benefits of Gypsum Flooring

Structis combines gypsum and concrete to form a lightweight mixture (Maxxon® Gyp-Crete®) that pairs perfectly with sound mats to create a sound-resistant multifamily or commercial building. Here are some of the benefits of this poured underlayment option:

Lightweight & Maximum Durability

Gyp-Crete® is 28% lighter than concrete, which means it is much easier to work with and it reduces project risks and injury. This easy-to-use material also boasts maximum durability for long-lasting floors.

Quick Projects with Ultra-Fast Dry Time

One of the biggest perks is how quickly gypsum floors dry and fully cure. Hours after installation, this underlayment is open to foot traffic, and with easy materials and quick dry time, your projects run smoother and are completed quicker.

Noise Resistant Flooring

Gypsum underlayment is perfect for multifamily homes because it offers incredible sound resistance by dampening floor vibrations when paired with acoustical sound control mats.

Floor Underlayment Applications

Gypsum Floors

Maxxon® Gyp-Crete® is the top choice for multifamily and commercial due to its impressive sound control qualities and low pricing. Click below to have the leading underlayment installed by our expert Structis team today.

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Sound Control Mats

Maxxon Acousti-Mats® are designed to increase IIC ratings and suppress sound in multifamily homes. This unique sound mat helps insulate airborne and impact-based sound for a quieter living experience. Get our Structis team to install your sound mat and gypsum underlayment combo today.

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Commercial Floor Products

Structis provides a comprehensive range of commercial flooring products tailored to meet the needs of any project. Our high-quality flooring solutions ensure durability, aesthetics, and performance for commercial builds and renovations. Trust Structis for all your commercial flooring needs.

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Underlayment Features

  • Gypsum cement-based underlayments with compression strengths up to 4500 psi
  • Portland cement-based self-leveling underlayments with compression strengths up to 5500 psi
  • Systems advisors for sound control, fire ratings, and specifications
  • Laser Leveled Floors
  • Resurfacing lightweight concrete, spalled concrete, rough unfinished concrete
  • Smooth and level old wood floors
  • Therma-Floor underlayment as the heat mass for radiant floors
  • Leveling over hollow core and precast concrete planks
  • Encapsulating vinyl asbestos tile

Testimonials

I just wanted to thank you and your team for arriving on schedule, the guys were friendly and professional, they answered all of my questions prior to the job starting. The job went smoothly. I know they do a lot of commercial work but this job was at my client’s home. They left the job spotless in this residential neighborhood. Good work and looking forward to working together again.

Project Portfolio

Wellington Apartments

1 1/2 Maxxon® Multifamily 2000

Martins Landing

Maxxon® Multifamily 2000 and ¼ Maxxon® Acousti-Mat® Premium

Redevelopment Apartments

Building B – 3/4 Mat 1.5″ Pour, Building A – 1/4 Premium Mat 3/4 Pour with Fibers

Broadstone Apartments

¼ Mat 1″ Maxxon® Multifamily 2000

Atkinson Heights

Fireproofing 300 bags of 7GP

Christine Apartments

Maxxon® Multifamily 2000 (6,000 bags) 32,000 per building (6) Maxxon® ¼ Acousti-Mat® Premium

Common Allbright

Maxxon® Multifamily 2000 (2,500 bags) 72,000 sq. ft. ¼ Maxxon® Acousti-Mat® Premium

Emblem 120

Fireproofing 1,700 gallons of fire film intumescent paint 800 gallons of Thermo-Sorb 263 5GP (3,200 bags) Maxxon® Multifamily 2000 (8,500 bags)

Pulte Homes

Maxxon® Multifamily 2000 (1,500 bags) 35,000 Sq. Ft. ¼ Maxxon® Acousti-Mat® Premium

FAQs About Underlayments

Is there a difference between IIC and FIIC ratings?

IIC and FIIC are measures of how soundproof a material is, but there’s a slight difference between the two terms. Impact Insulation Class (IIC) is the lab rating of a material’s sound resistance. Field Impact Insulation Class (FIIC) is a more accurate on-site test that takes the combined soundproofing materials into account. These measures are both based on how well the chosen material reduces impact noises like footfall, scraping, jumping, etc. With a higher IIC or FIIC (multifamily buildings want to be around 55 FIIC), there’s a higher level of acoustic insulation in a material, which means that sounds are significantly reduced.

What parts make up the different layers of flooring?

Flooring is made up of four parts that make a durable, well-designed structure. These layers include:

  • Joists – Foundation and frame of the flooring (most commonly made with wood)
  • Subfloor – Structured layer of plywood beneath the underlayment
  • Underlayment – Smooth, flat, and durable layer that provides stability for the surface flooring
  • Floor Covering – Topmost part of flooring (carpet, vinyl, tile, and other materials are used)
Is underlayment a necessity?

Underlayment is a must for durable flooring that lasts for years. It works to protect your building from mold, mildew, and moisture. Plus, it minimizes loud sounds and the risk of a fire with its sound and fire resistant qualities.

Do sound mats reduce noise in multifamily homes?

The point of placing sound mats with your underlayment of choice is to absorb vibrations and suppress noises. With this combination, quieter floors are the result in commercial and multifamily buildings.

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