Field sound transmission loss tests in low rise construction

Authors

  • James L. Feilders Jade Acoustics Inc, Concord, Canada

Keywords:

Architectural acoustics, Buildings, Energy dissipation, Walls (structural partitions), Block firewalls, Multifamily residential buildings, Sound transmission loss, Wood stud walls

Abstract

Sound transmission loss tests following ASTM E336-84 procedure were conducted in a three storey multifamily residential dwelling prior to occupancy. Test were conducted on two wall types, a block firewall and a double wood stud wall, separating equal sized small bedrooms on the third floor. The field test results were compared to lab test for the same construction.

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Published

1998-12-01

How to Cite

1.
Feilders JL. Field sound transmission loss tests in low rise construction. Canadian Acoustics [Internet]. 1998 Dec. 1 [cited 2026 May 3];26(4):23-. Available from: https://jcaa.caa-aca.ca/index.php/jcaa/article/view/1180

Issue

Vol. 26 No. 4 (1998)

Section

Proceedings of the Acoustics Week in Canada

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