9 January 2007
Regupol Keraflex FB delivers sound patios for Oakmere Estates
Oakmere Estates has installed Regupol Keraflex FB, a frost-resistant exterior acoustic tiling system, onto the patio surfaces of its new build penthouse development in Haywards Heath, West Sussex. Available exclusively through CMS Acoustic Solutions, the product was selected to prevent impact noise travelling through the patio floors and into living spaces below.
Consisting of a rubber crumb base panel containing moulded recesses, Regupol Keraflex FB delivers impact sound insulation of up to 23dB.
A lightweight system, Regupol Keraflex FB is straightforward to install as tiles can either be free-fitting or adhered into the recesses if preferred. Its design means that old or defective bases do not have to be removed prior to installation and existing tiles can be replaced without damaging the grout or other tiles in situ.
Although the project was built to Robust Detail specification, Oakmere Estates sought additional acoustic treatments for noise sensitive areas to ensure the luxury development was fit for purpose.
Malcolm Pedder, director of Oakmere Estates, explains: “As we were building high-end apartments, minimum Part E standards would not have been enough to ensure optimum quality of living. As such, we identified areas to enhance acoustic performance, which included the balcony.
“Regupol Keraflex FB presented a practical solution, as it not only possesses excellent acoustic properties, but it also embodies the aesthetic qualities that are important for any luxury patio surface.”
Highly durable, Regupol Keraflex FB retains its performance for a long life span. The system is also easy to maintain as its porous 3D structure allows for complete water drainage to prevent puddle, mould and frost formation.
Paul Absolon, technical director of CMS Acoustic Solutions, comments: “We supply a wide range of innovative acoustic products, which means we can deliver appropriate and cost-effective materials for areas which may not be accounted for by standard Part E requirements.”
Regupol Keraflex FB is suitable for all types of construction and can be laid on terraces, balconies and roof gardens.
The system is available with a choice of up to six different coloured ceramic tiles with a thickness of 15mm. For the Haywards Heath development, Oakmere Estates selected a ‘chalk’ tile finish.
All components within the Regupol Keraflex FB system are supplied together in a single delivery.
