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on the materials used in their ceilings and perhaps walls, to control noise. Here, the grid, ceiling tiles and wall panels need to be highly resilient and impact resistant in addition to offering good sound control. The same goes for other high traffic hotspots such as hallways, where crowding can cause transit noise and physical impact. Sound control is important around pools, changing rooms and food preparation areas for obvious reasons. But they also exhibit high humidity. Using acoustic ceiling and wall solutions designed specifically with these spaces in mind is key, as humid conditions can cause dimensional instability leading to warping and breakage. Warm, damp environments can also be a breeding ground for bacteria.


Stone wool is used as the core material in superior acoustic ceiling and wall systems. It’s volcanic rock that is virtually non- combustible, largely impervious to humidity and offers no sustenance to bacteria. It’s also recyclable and can be upcycled into new insulation products, offering great advantages in reducing a building’s ecological footprint.


Nigel Watkins is sales director of Rockfon for the UK & ROI


Benchmark at key regeneration project


Sparrow Farm Drive in Feltham comprises of socially rented family homes for local people. At the centre of the project is a large new communal garden. Benchmark were contacted to supply a number of stainless steel benches giving the residents somewhere comfy to congregate. This was a crucial part of the


development as a key ambition was to help create a sense of community and emphasise healthy environmentally-friendly living. The new BL003 seat in 316 stainless steel offers fantastic value along with great longevity. This product will become a staple in the Baseline Street furniture range.


0117 904 6561 www.benchmark-ltd.co.uk DF06_Education Supp_Benchmark Design_PR.indd 1HeartFelt range specifi ed for project Cut unnecessary use of energy in rooms


Prefect Controls has been designing and manufacturing heating and safety controls for student accommodation since 1997. Irus monitors room conditions, and controls water heating via data that is transmitted to a portal. Managers log on via the internet to review/ adjust settings remotely. Ecostat2 is similar, but timings


and temperatures in each room are programmed using a dedicated handset. Both systems enable occupants to control their comfort, but only within set temperature and time parameters, avoiding unnecessary use of energy and making savings of 30-40%. HobSensus prevents hobs from being left on should the person preparing food be distracted.


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An award-winning refurbishment at Birkbeck, University of London, has breathed new life into an almost 100-year-old building – and Hunter Douglas Architectural helped to bring it into the 21st


century. Architect Gibberd Partnership


specifi ed Hunter Douglas to supply 568 m2 of its HeartFelt range for a number of ceilings in the


teaching rooms and in the reception. A modular linear felt ceiling system with unique design qualities, it is made from Cradle to Cradle bronze- certifi ed felt and is a sustainable choice as it is 100% recyclable or easily reusable. The range is available in fi ve grey tones and fi ve earth tones.


01604 648229 www.hunterdouglasarchitectural.eu/en-GB/ceilings


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