Since the advent of Building Regulations Part E, we have literally undertaken thousands of\u00a0sound tests throughout London and the rest of the UK. During this time we have managed to build up a considerable\u00a0knowledge\u00a0base for typical sound flanking pathways in new and conversion projects.<\/p>\n
To help consultants and contractors we have comprised a list of the main noise flanking paths:<\/p>\n
\uf0b7Dividing Floor Partitions \u2013 Through Floor and Floor Joist Space (if insulation has not been installed or direct fixing to joists without a drop ceiling below the partition under test)
\n\uf0b7Dividing Ceiling Partitions \u2013 Above and Through the Ceiling Space (where an adequate acoustic break has not been carried on through the ceiling void)
\n\uf0b7Shared Structural Building Components \u2013 Floor Boards, Floor Joists, Continuous Drywall Partitions, Continuous Concrete Floors, and Cement Block Walls.
\n\uf0b7Through Structural Steel (structural steel beams are often a major cause of noise transmission as plasterboard is often fixed directly to the steel without sound breaks)
\n\uf0b7Plumbing Chases \u2013 Junctures between the Walls & Floor Slab Above or at the Exterior Wall Juncture (this should be filed with mortar etc. to add mass to this weakened areas.
\n\uf0b7Through Windows (if they are no double glazed or have secondary glazing as a minimum)
\n\uf0b7Fixtures & Outlets \u2013 Light Switches, Telephone Outlets, and Recessed Lighting Fixtures (if penetrations have been cut back to back with the opposite dwelling under test)
\n\uf0b7Structural Joints \u2013 Perimeter Joints at Wall & Floor, Through Wall & Ceiling Junctures (these should be filled with acoustic mastic.
\n\uf0b7Around the End of the Partition Through the Adjacent Wall (acoustic mastic should be used to seal this junction)<\/p>\n
APT Sound Testing offer a ‘one stop’ design package for all types of acoustic design and\u00a0sound testing throughout London and the UK, whether it\u2019s on a new build or conversion development.<\/p>\n
We are also a UKAS accredited laboratory for both air tightness and sound insulation testing, which means you can be safe in the knowledge that we offer a high quality service and the results will be accepted by the tasked building control. <\/p>\n
Simply get in touch via our contact form; or, drop us an email on info@createdbyadam.co.uk or call us, to discuss your specific requirements with our friendly and knowledgeable acoustic and air tightness consultants! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","categories":[],"class_list":["post-3519","knowledge-base","type-knowledge-base","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n