Surface Treatments for Traffic Noise Barriers

Abstract

A large number of various materials are used to make traffic noise barriers. The choice of a particular texture for the surface treatment of the barrier depends on many factors, such as the aesthetic appearance of both sides of the barrier, structural characteristics, maintenance requirements, type of material used to construct the barrier, etc. Therefore, surface treatments for barriers must also be considered. Surface treatments include textures, colors, graffiti, and coatings. The paper provides a classification of surface treatments for traffic noise barriers and guidelines for their use.