Is laminate flooring upstairs noisy?

Question

We're thinking of having one room fitted with laminate upstairs (used mainly as an office / spare bedroom). But we're quite concerned that this is going to be noisy for anyone who is sitting below that room. Is this a legitimate concern? Is there anything we can do to dampen the effect?

Jaroslaw · Accepted Answer

Hello, it may be a bit noisy when used by children, but with normal use it is ok. Thank you for asking and have a nice day.

Freddie · Answer

Hello there. So it genuinely all depends on the floor below, obviously wearing shoes will be a bit more noisy than a carpet for instance but overall there isn't much difference if the floor is ok underneath and you have a good underlay. I do see it is an office so if you have a chair with wheels that would create a bit of noise for the floor below.

Catalin Aurelian · Answer

Hello, I could help you, the problem is that you need a good anti-noise foil, very good floors, if you want, I can help you with parquet foil.

Othmani · Answer

It will be noisy only if you install it on  uneven dloor. The best scenario is to level the floor them install a glued engineering flooring

Katie · Answer

Yes, it can be noisier than carpet, but it doesn’t have to be a problem if it’s done properly.

Laminate upstairs can transmit footstep noise and vibration to the room below, especially in older houses with timber floors. However, this is a very common installation and there are good ways to reduce noise:

How to reduce noise:
	•	Use a high-quality acoustic underlay (not basic foam). Look for rubber or fibre-based underlays designed for sound reduction.
	•	Make sure the subfloor is level and secure  loose boards cause creaking and amplify sound.
	•	Avoid very cheap laminate; thicker boards generally sound quieter.
	•	Rugs and furniture also help absorb noise.

For an office or spare room, laminate with the correct underlay is usually absolutely fine. If noise is a big concern, LVT (luxury vinyl tile) or carpet will be quieter options.

Alan · Answer

It can be noisy but if you get a decent sound reduction underlay like timber floor then that can reduce it to quite an extent

Lovepreet · Answer

It’s a valid concern, as laminate can be noisier than carpet. However, in an office or spare bedroom it’s usually not a problem. Using a good acoustic underlay and proper installation will significantly reduce noise, and adding a rug helps even more.

Jon · Answer

It is noisy compared to carpet but you can get sound reducing underlay which significantly reduces noise.

Alan · Answer

Hi no it wouldn’t be unless your walking around in high heels

Ronald · Answer

Use soundproof underlay . It reduces the noise . Since its an office it will be okay

Is laminate flooring upstairs noisy?

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