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Tuning in on sound: Reducing noise in the workplace

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Options for acoustic solutions Most buildings start with the same basic architectural elements—four boundary walls, concrete or hard surface flooring, and high ceilings. For exterior walls, heavy, dense materials such as concrete, masonry, and gypsum board can effectively block out noise better than lighter-weight materials.

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Beauty and brawn: The benefits of hybrid carpet

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Hybrid carpet refers to flooring that combines the comfort and acoustic benefits of carpet with the durability of a resilient floor. 2 Moisture mitigation When a concrete slab releases excess moisture, major issues, such as mold, can start to grow. What is hybrid carpet? In fact, Allergy Standards Ltd.’s for installation.

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Effects of acoustical ceiling panel type: Vertical sound isolation

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For nonresidential buildings with concrete structural floors and suspended acoustic panel ceilings, the information and test data are limited. STC is measured in a laboratory and is used as reference during design. earn a minimum ceiling attenuation class (CAC) rating of 35. NIC is measured in the field after construction is complete.