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Preston Temple

Preston

Sacred spaces: Preston Temple perfects acoustics with sound insulation

Gyproc SoundBloc helps the temple to control sound transmission between separate spaces.


Main focus

The main focus was to provide high levels of sound control between facilities in this 6,447m2 multi-million pound temple for the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints. The temple is 47m tall, 31m wide, 53m long and took 4 years to build.

Challenge

The challenge was to achieve ultimate sound control between celestial suites, baptismal areas and access corridors.

Solution

The solution involved substantial use of Gyproc SoundBloc. Three British Gypsum systems were utilised, namely, GypWall Metal Stud partition (the predominant system used), ShaftWall and GypWall AUDIO twin frame high performance wall, all lined with 15mm Gyproc SoundBloc. Isover was used throughout as the insulation material.

Main Contractor: Laing North West

Subcontractor: Interstat

Architect: BDP, Manchester

The Preston Temple