Timber Acoustic Performance

Timber Acoustic Performance
Timber Acoustic Performance

Timber Acoustic Performance

Date Published

10 June 2024

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Edinburgh Napier University
Timber Acoustic Performance

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Summary

A building’s acoustic performance is a critical consideration in its design, operation, and construction, to benefit its future occupants and their wellbeing.

Key Information

Timber has been utilised for its acoustic properties for centuries. Musical instruments are made from wood, and timber is often chosen over other construction materials such as steel, glass, and concrete to build auditoriums and lecture theatres, due to its response to sound.

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