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Acoustic Design Requirements in Germany

12 room-standard combinations across 10 room types. RT60 targets, background noise limits, and compliance costs.

DIN 18041:2016WELL v2 Feature 74ISO 3382

Room Types with Acoustic Requirements

All Room-Standard Combinations in Germany

Room TypeStandardRT60BGN LimitCost
ClassroomDIN 18041:2016≤ 0.55s (Class A)≤ 35 dBA€19,000–€28,000 per classroom
ClassroomWELL v2 Feature 74≤ 0.6s≤ 35 dBA€22,000–€32,000
Open Plan OfficeDIN 18041:2016≤ 0.5s≤ 40 dBA€95–€160/m²
Open Plan OfficeWELL v2 Feature 74≤ 0.5s≤ 45 dBA€100–€180/m²
Meeting RoomDIN 18041:2016≤ 0.5s≤ 35 dBA€5,500–€12,000
Worship SpaceDIN 18041:20161.5–2.5sNR-25€140–€320/m²
Recording StudioISO 33820.3–0.5sNR-15€380–€650/m²
Concert HallISO 33821.8–2.2sNR-15€900–€1,400/m²
Hospital WardDIN 18041:2016≤ 0.8s≤ 40 dBA€26,000–€42,000 per 100m²
Sports HallDIN 18041:2016≤ 1.5s≤ 55 dBA€50–€95/m²
RestaurantDIN 18041:2016≤ 0.8s40–50 dBA€70–€130/m²
Home StudioISO 33820.2–0.4sNR-25€1,800–€9,000 total

Frequently Asked Questions: Germany Acoustics

What acoustic standards apply in Germany?▾
Germany uses DIN 18041:2016, WELL v2 Feature 74, ISO 3382. Requirements vary by room type and building use.
How many room types have acoustic requirements in Germany?▾
There are specific acoustic requirements for 10 room types in Germany, covering 12 room-standard combinations including classrooms, offices, hospitals, and performance spaces.
How much does acoustic treatment cost in Germany?▾
Acoustic treatment costs in Germany vary by room type. For example, Classroom treatment costs €19,000–€28,000 per classroom. Use the free calculator for project-specific estimates.

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