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STC vs Rw: American vs European Sound Insulation Ratings — Same Wall, Different Numbers

STC and Rw both rate how well a wall blocks sound, but they use different frequency ranges, different reference curves, and can rate the same wall differently by 2-5 dB. For international projects, knowing the conversion matters. Here is the complete comparison with worked examples.

March 14, 2026
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