Sound Control in Buildings

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Sound Control in Buildings

Sound Control in Buildings: A Guide to Part E of the Building Regulations
M. W. Simons, J. R. Waters
ISBN: 978-1-4051-1883-5
Paperback
184 pages
January 2004, Wiley-Blackwell

Description
Unwanted noise can be a significant nuisance in buildings, particularly dwellings. Part E of the Building Regulations for England and Wales has therefore introduced substantially improved standards for noise control and stringent new requirements for the testing of completed buildings.
This new book explains the regulations in detail and provides recommendations for good design and construction. It explains those aspects of sound transmission necessary for an understanding of Part E of the Regulations.

Table of contents:

Introduction and background to the regulations; Sound absorption and room acoustics; The principles of airborne sound insulation; The principles of impact sound insulation; Part 2 Approved document E performance requirements; Measurement procedures; Separating walls and their flanking constructions - new buildings; Separating floors and their flanking constructions - new buildings; Dwelling houses and flats formed by material change of use; Internal walls and floors for new buildings; Rooms for residential purposes; Reverberation in common parts of buildings.

Hallmark features:
* Unwanted noise a major problem for domestic property
* Tough new requirements for sound control introduced by new Building Regulations from July 2003
* New testing requirements may mean expensive remedial work for dwellings not up to standard
* This book explains the new regulations in detail and recommends good design and construction methods to ensure compliance

Reviews:

'An excellent accompaniment to professional accoustic consultants and an excellent basis of knowledge for house building industry professionals.'
Building Engineer, June 2004

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