Are acoustic construction materials sustainable and can they be used for green building design?

Why is it important to use sustainable construction materials?

There are many reasons why sustainable construction materials are important. First, they help to reduce the impact of the construction industry on the environment. Second, they can help to reduce the embodied energy in building materials. Third, they can help to reduce the energy consumption of the finished building. Fourth, they can help to reduce on-site waste. Finally, they can help to protect natural habitats during and after the construction phase.

What are some examples of sustainable building products?

Some examples of sustainable building products include recycled steel, concrete made with fly ash, and insulation made from recycled materials. These products have been designed and manufactured with the environment in mind, and they can help to reduce the impact of the construction industry on the environment.

Are acoustic construction materials sustainable?

This depends on the manufacturer. But Hush has a huge catalogue of environmentally friendly acoustic materials. They are made from renewable or recyclable materials, and they help to reduce the energy consumption of the finished building because of thermal properties.

Acoustic construction materials can also help to reduce on-site waste, and to protect natural habitats during and after the construction phase.

Sustainable acoustic panels

When discussing acoustic panels, it’s important to point out what they are in the industry. The sector refers to flooring products such as chipboard floating floors as acoustic panels. However, many businesses such as music studios and schools looking reduce reverberation would consider an acoustic panel for absorption on a wall or ceiling.

Eco friendly acoustic overlay boards

Effective soundproofing of separating floors can go hand-in-hand with sustainable building goals by specifying Hush-Panel acoustic flooring.

Designed to be used as a structural or overlay board, Hush-Panel is formed by bonding an High Density P5 Moisture Resistant tongued and grooved chipboard to a 10mm Hushfelt resilient layer. It is suitable for use in new build, material change of use and refurbishment projects to achieve acoustic floor designs that comply with the requirements of all UK Building Regulations, including Approved Document E in England & Wales.

The chipboard used in its manufacture is certified by the internationally recognised Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). Being an FSC certified product means it meets the ‘gold standard’ of ethical production, using only wood that is harvested from forests that are responsibly managed, socially beneficial, environmentally conscious, and economically viable.

Environmentally friendly Hush Felt resilient layer

In addition, the Hushfelt resilient layer has its own sustainable sourcing and waste reduction benefits by using an abundant post-consumer material that is often needlessly sent to landfill. Hushfelt is manufactured from recycled fibres, usually from carpets to a special formulation which is needle punched to make it ideal for long term use in acoustic floor situations.

Hush Slab Acoustic Insulation with ECO benefits

Hush-slab 100 is an acoustic mineral wool that has been developed to reduce airborne sound transmission through separating floors, ceilings and walls within both new build and refurbishment projects. It is manufactured by a unique process, utilising renewable energy and a sustainable source of raw material. Hush-slab 100 provides excellent acoustic performance, reducing airborne sound as part of a recommended sound insulating system for separating floors, ceilings or walls.

The main benefits of using Hush Slab 100 acoustic insulation are that it is a highly effective way of reducing airborne noise transmission and it is also made from sustainable materials, making it an environmentally friendly choice.