Acoustic insulation of an indoor pool is important for many reasons, especially when considering the variety of events and activities that take place in it. Pools are not just for recreational swimming but can be a venue for swimming lessons, water aerobics, swim meets and races, lifeguard training and even water yoga
Because safety, instruction and fun are all important, it is essential to address what is often a constant problem in indoor pools: acoustics. Acoustic insulation of an indoor pool is essential to creating a good experience in the facility.
AUTEX PET tiles“Taming” Hard Spaces
Hard surfaces, such as wall-to-wall flooring in indoor pools, do very little to provide sound absorption. Concrete ceilings and exposed marble surfaces are usually the “culprits” and those that make acoustics challenging.
Sound left without any acoustic treatment will lead to reverberation that makes communication impossible and the environment extremely noisy. A noisy environment is not only unpleasant but can also cause a safety problem, simply because people cannot hear instructions or directions from the lifeguard.
Let the design speak louder
One solution for wet spaces is the acoustic plaster system from In-House. Armourcoat is an extremely smooth acoustic plaster that absorbs sound energy instead of reflecting it, reducing the overall noise levels in the space and providing all the important clarity for speech and music activities in the space.
The plaster system is applied in four layers, up to 5 cm thick, and therefore has a high capacity for absorbing noise in the space, and due to being a hydrophobic (water-repellent) system, it is also suitable for swimming pools and locker rooms at resorts, health and fitness centers.
Armourcoat, with its smooth and elegant finish, is suitable for areas where appearance and appearance play a major role, such as hotel and resort pools, where it provides a smooth, luxurious and modern look. In addition, the use of Armacoat as an acoustic solution fits in perfectly with the trend in recent years of combining materials with a clean finish and an elegant appearance.
Maximum durability
Metal and aluminum ceilings in the production of ceilings and walls are another solution and a good choice of material because the metal is non-porous and therefore does not absorb moisture. When the ceiling serves as a “barrier” against moisture, there is no fear of corrosion and rust.
Tray ceilings provide comfort, ease of installation and ease of dismantling. The tray units can be ordered in a length and width tailored to the architect’s idea, an aspect that helps to realize and implement any design idea in a practical and convenient way.
The trays can be ordered in varying lengths and widths, in any color available in the RAL range, and create a ceiling with a unique appearance that does not lose its acoustic qualities for a moment. The metal ceilings can also be painted with special materials that will withstand the difficulties of wet conditions, including in semi-open pools located and projects near the sea.
Variable width lamella stripsBringing “fun” into the equation
Another option for acoustic design of the pool space is using recycled polyester (PET) tiles from AUTEX.
As a result of its material composition, the covering is very resistant to moisture and humidity and is not damaged by water, chlorine and the various materials in swimming pools – and is therefore a good, healthy and friendly choice for the disaster-prone pool environment. The structure of the material is not only unique in terms of appearance, but also has a high ability to absorb noise and is therefore ideal as an acoustic solution for noisy and dynamic spaces.
The outstanding feature of the product series is the unusual color and designs, which introduce an element of “fun” and life to the ceiling design. The combination of the powerful color and the fascinating form of the product models leaves a sensory message that enhances the aesthetic experience in the space.
