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Sports Hall Acoustic Requirements

Indoor sports halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools. Typical volume: 3,000-15,000 m³. Covered by 1 acoustic standard.

RT60 (Reverberation Time)
The time, in seconds, for a sound to decay by 60 decibels after the source stops. Measured per ISO 3382-2:2008 at octave band centre frequencies from 125 Hz to 4 kHz.
Reference: ISO 3382-2:2008 \u00A73.1

Standards Comparison for Sports Hall

StandardRT60 TargetBackground NoiseSTI Target
UKBS 8233:2014≤ 1.5s (sports halls) | ≤ 2.0s (swimming pools)≤ 55 dBA≥ 0.45 (PA announcements)

Detailed Requirements by Standard

BS 8233:2014UK · BSI
RT60≤ 1.5s (sports halls)
Noise Limit≤ 55 dBA
Treatment15-25% of ceiling area with hanging baffles

Frequently Asked Questions

What RT60 does a sports hall need?

RT60 targets vary by standard. BS 8233:2014 requires ≤ 1.5s (sports halls) | ≤ 2.0s (swimming pools).

Which acoustic standard applies to sports hall spaces?

The applicable standard depends on region and certification: BS 8233:2014 (UK).

How much does acoustic treatment cost for a sports hall?

Costs vary by standard and treatment scope. BS 8233:2014: £45-£90/m² of floor area.

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