Abstract
There are a number of strategies that have been developed to isolate plumbing piping from structures. Generally effective methods of plumbing noise control include the installation of cast iron waste/vent/storm drain piping, and installing pre-manufactured or custom isolating clamps and brackets on all piping connection points [LoVerde and Dong, J. Acoust. Soc. Am. 118, 1856 (2005)]. The level of isolation provided by these methods is relatively well understood and the methods are selected based on the level of plumbing noise reduction desired. However, there are many projects where the capability of the tradesman, constructability, and/or budget allow for little or no vibration isolation. For these projects, the authors have developed alternative strategies including space planning, plumbing routing, materials choices, and isolation at limited locations, which have been successful in controlling plumbing noise. Examples are given of successful acoustical designs with these limitations.
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