Ceilings

PODCAST: High Performance Acoustical Ceilings

In this latest episode of If Walls Could Talk, W&C Editor John Wyatt speaks with Sean Browne, Manager, Codes and Standards, at Armstrong World Industries on acoustics. Browne further discusses soundproofing and acoustics.

In this second part, we discuss:

What makes a “high performance” acoustical ceiling?
Why is it important to install the ceiling that was specified for a given space versus trading it out to a potentially lower cost solution?
How do high performance acoustical ceiling tiles that absorb and block sound save you time and labor versus finishing walls to the deck or adding plenum insulation?
Why does sound blocking (CAC) performance of a ceiling system matter?

KEYWORDS: acoustics podcast

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John Wyatt is editor of Walls & Ceilings magazine, bringing more than two decades of experience with BNP Media. He joined the company in 2000 as an associate editor, contributing to both Walls & Ceilings and Roofing Contractor before assuming the role of editor in 2008. In addition to his work with the brand, Wyatt collaborates across BNP’s architecture, engineering and construction (A/E/C) portfolio, supporting related publications and initiatives. He can be reached at 248-205-6659 or wyattj@bnpmedia.com.