Soundproof Drywall Materials Market Report 2026

The soundproof drywall materials market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $29.23 billion in 2025 to $30.5 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to advancement in multi-layer gypsum cores, integration of polymer damping solutions, growth in commercial and institutional construction, adoption of resilient channels, rising demand for STC-rated wall solutions.

The soundproof drywall materials market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $35.86 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing development of eco-friendly acoustic panels, expansion of connected monitoring technologies, enhanced fire and moisture resistant drywall, innovation in composite damping materials, growth in industrial and specialty applications. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of multi-layer acoustic panels, integration of viscoelastic and damping polymers, development of high-performance soundproof plasterboards, implementation of connected acoustic monitoring systems, expansion of noise barrier sheet applications.

The growing number of sustainability and green building initiatives is expected to drive the expansion of the soundproof drywall materials market. Sustainability and green building initiatives include efforts to reduce environmental impact, conserve resources, and promote energy efficiency in construction and building operations, supporting climate goals and creating healthier living and working environments. This increase in initiatives is largely driven by increasingly stringent government regulations aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions in buildings. Soundproof drywall materials contribute to these initiatives by enhancing indoor environmental quality through effective noise reduction and are often manufactured with eco-friendly, recycled materials that reduce carbon footprints and improve energy efficiency. For example, in July 2024, according to the U.S. Green Building Council, a US-based non-profit organization, over 46,000 residential projects in the U.S. had been certified under the LEED green building rating system, representing a nearly 5% increase from 2023. Therefore, the rising number of sustainability and green building initiatives is driving the growth of the soundproof drywall materials market.

Key companies operating in the soundproof drywall materials market are focusing on advanced drywall technologies, such as expanded design versatility, to enhance acoustic performance, improve construction efficiency, and provide greater flexibility in building design. Expanded design versatility allows architects and contractors to implement a wide range of wall and ceiling assemblies that meet stringent sound and fire testing standards across diverse framing options. For example, in 2025, PABCO Gypsum, a US-based gypsum and drywall solutions company, introduced its 2025 Sound Design Guide. The guide features fifty new wall assemblies, increasing the total to over 220 fire- and sound-tested configurations, enabling architects and contractors to select optimal solutions for residential, commercial, and institutional projects while demonstrating the performance of QuietRock sound-reducing drywall across steel and wood framing systems. It also provides detailed specifications, installation best practices, and acoustic performance data, supporting design and construction teams in making informed decisions. Additionally, the guide highlights innovative approaches to noise reduction in complex building layouts, reinforcing PABCO Gypsum’s commitment to acoustic excellence and sustainable construction practices.

In October 2025, Lowe's Companies Inc., a US-based home improvement retailer, acquired Foundation Building Materials for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Lowe's Companies Inc. aims to strengthen its presence in the professional contractor segment by expanding distribution capabilities and enhancing its reach in the building materials market. Foundation Building Materials Inc. is a US-based company that provides soundproof drywall materials.

Major companies operating in the soundproof drywall materials market are Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., Knauf Gips KG, Etex N.V., USG Corporation, CertainTeed Products Corporation, Aural Exchange, American Gypsum Company LLC, PABCO Building Products LLC, Yoshino Gypsum Co. Ltd., National Gypsum Company, Gold Bond Building Products LLC, Acoustical Surfaces Inc., Soundproofing America Inc., AKSA Acoustic Sound Insulation Materials, Auralex Acoustics Inc., Noisestop Systems LLP, Pyrok Inc., Gypsorb LLC, Lanzhou Jintailong Building Materials Co. Ltd., Guangzhou Titan Commercial Co. Ltd.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are influencing the soundproof drywall materials market by increasing costs for imported gypsum cores, viscoelastic polymers, acoustic membranes, damping compounds, and other specialized components. Residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial construction projects in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America are most affected due to reliance on imported materials. However, tariffs are driving local production, regional sourcing, and innovation in advanced acoustic materials, improving supply chain resilience and noise reduction performance.

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Soundproof drywall materials refer to specially engineered wall panels designed to minimize sound transmission between rooms or spaces. These materials incorporate multiple dense layers, viscoelastic polymers, or damping compounds to improve noise insulation and enhance acoustic performance.

The key material types of soundproof drywall materials include gypsum-based core materials, viscoelastic damping materials, acoustic membranes and barriers, reinforcement and facing materials, and additives and performance enhancers. Gypsum-based core materials consist of dense gypsum compositions engineered to enhance both sound insulation and fire resistance within drywall structures. Based on performance, they are classified as standard performance (STC 45-50), enhanced performance (STC 51-55), high performance (STC 56-60), and premium performance (STC 60+). These materials are widely used across residential construction, commercial construction, institutional construction, and industrial and specialty applications.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the soundproof drywall materials market in 2025. The regions covered in soundproof drywall materials report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the soundproof drywall materials market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The soundproof drywall materials market consists of sales of soundproof plasterboards, acoustic panels, resilient channels, damping compounds, noise barrier sheets, acoustic foams, soundproof adhesives, and vibration isolation mounts. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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