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NHBC Report on Dot and Dab plasterboard wall linings and acoustic performance

A recent report by the NHBC found that the “dot and dab” plasterboard technique emphasises the noise by up to 10dB.
 
Below is a copy of the report by the NHBC on wall linings and acoustic performance.
NHBC report page 1
NHBC Report Page 2

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