09/03/2026
Are concrete floor toppings confusing your sustainability story?
Your mass timber projects make an intentional, visible statement about sustainable design. Shouldn't the floor-ceiling assembly support the same goals? Many mass timber projects still rely on 2–3 inches of traditional concrete over the deck and sound-control system, often because it is perceived as cheaper or used to achieve a decorative finished-floor look.
Mass timber’s sustainability story is built on replacing carbon-intensive concrete with natural, renewable materials. Defaulting to concrete floor toppings sends a mixed message that can distract from the green intention and diminish the perceived value.
Compared with traditional concrete, Maxxon gypsum underlayments contain approximately 1/3 of the embodied carbon.
Pairing mass timber with Maxxon’s Acousti-Mat™ sound control and Commercial Pro VersaTop™ decorative topping tells a complete, code-compliant, sustainable success story.
Working together, this floor-ceiling assembly supports the fire resistance, acoustic performance, strength and reliability your multifamily projects demand, and the beauty they deserve.
Reduce carbon, ensure performance, and keep the look with gypsum-based, acoustic floor-ceiling assemblies.
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