LATICRETE Introduces Improved 170 Sound and Crack Isolation Mat Expanded Formats, Simplified Installer Experience, and Unmatched Acoustic Properties 

May 14, 2026 – Bethany, Conn. – LATICRETE, a leader in globally proven construction solutions, has introduced the new and improved 170 Sound & Crack Isolation Mat, now available in precision-cut sheet formats to improve usability and streamline installation, along with optimized rolls. The mat reduces sound transmission between floors for quieter spaces and helps prevent tile and stone finishes from cracking by minimizing substrate movement.

The updated offering consolidates multiple thicknesses under the 170 Sound & Crack Isolation Mat, with roll and sheet formats now in 3mm, 5mm, 10mm, and 12mm options to provide flexibility for a wide range of acoustic requirements.

The new sheet format features beveled edges for cleaner, tighter seams. Lightweight sheets lay flat with no curling and require zero acclimation time for faster installation and single-person handling. Designed to significantly reduce noise transfer while protecting finished surfaces from substrate movement, the system is widely specified for residential, multifamily, commercial, hospitality, and education projects.

“The relaunch of 170 Sound & Crack Isolation Mat is all about delivering greater value to our customers by enhancing the installer experience,” said Charlie Thierfeld, product manager at LATICRETE. “By adding precision-cut, lightweight sheets with beveled edges, we’re giving contractors greater flexibility and a more efficient solution that delivers consistent, proven performance on the jobsite.”

The 170 Sound & Crack Isolation Mat is available in multiple thicknesses to accommodate a wide range of acoustic requirements and is made from up to 94% post-consumer recycled content. For improved performance, installers can use the LATICRETE® Perimeter Isolation Strip to help reduce flanking noise and break the vibration transmission path between the floor and adjacent walls. 170 Sound & Crack Isolation Mat is independently tested for performance and backed by the LATICRETE 25-year system warranty, providing installers, specifiers, and owners with lasting peace of mind.

The mat meets ANSI A118.12 and A118.13 (interior only), and has been evaluated in accordance with ASTM standards, including ASTM 2179, E492, E989, and C627. For more information on the 170 Sound & Crack Isolation Mat, visit:  https://www.laticrete.com/products/170-sound-crack-isolation-mat

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LATICRETE is a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry. LATICRETE offers a broad range of products and systems covering tile & stone installation systems; tile, stone & surface care; adhered facade & wall finish systems; and concrete & substrate preparation, including the high volume self-leveling SUPERCAP® System.

For nearly 70 years, LATICRETE has been committed to research and development of innovative installation products, building a reputation for superior quality, industry-leading technology, performance, and customer service. LATICRETE methods, materials, and technology have been laboratory-tested and field-proven by R&D, design, and construction teams including architects, engineers, contractors, owners, and independent labs. Offering an array of low VOC and green features, LATICRETE® products contribute to LEED certification, exceed commercial/residential VOC building requirements, and are backed by the most comprehensive warranties in the industry. For more information, visit laticrete.com.