Sound control for homes
Report BR 238
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Report
Abstract
Gives practical, state-of-the-art advice on the control within dwellings of noise from outside sources and noise transmitted within and between dwellings. It covers the following aspects of acoustic design in housing - i. appraisal of noise affecting the site, ii. planning to control external noise, iii. planning to control internal noise, iv. selection of appropriate forms of construction to control external and internal noise, and v. detailing for noise control.
History
Joint publication with CIRIA - Report 127. Note on citation in Approved Document E 2015 stating some of the information in the document has been superseded.
ISBN
9780851255590
Subjects
- Special subject areas
- Acoustics
- Sound insulation
Publisher History
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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