Sound Control in Buildings
A Guide to Part E of the Building Regulations
Published on 13. January 2004
Book
Paperback/Softback
184 pages
978-1-4051-1883-5 (ISBN)
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.
Reviews / Votes
'An excellent accompaniment to professional accoustic consultants and an excellent basis of knowledge for house building industry professionals.' Building Engineer, June 2004More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 244 mm
Width: 172 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
402 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4051-1883-5 (9781405118835)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
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.