Overview
This schedule defines interior finishes for all four spaces in the MediaVerse studio complex. Finishes are specified by room function: recording spaces use vinyl (for hybrid video/podcast use and rolling equipment), operator spaces use carpet (for seated comfort and quiet operation), and the buffer spine uses sealed utility-grade finishes.
Prerequisites: All acoustic partitions, float floors, ceiling systems, doors, and windows must be installed and signed off before interior finishing begins. Refer to Installation Sequence Phases 1–8.
Finish Schedule
| Room | Floor | Walls | Ceiling | Ceiling Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VO Live B304 | Vinyl on float floor | Fabric-wrapped absorption panels (5) + corner bass traps (3) + 3× 125 Hz membranes + velour curtain | Rockfon Sonar E 600×600 | 28% cloud coverage, NRC 0.90 | Vinyl for hybrid video/podcast use |
| Control Room B311 | Carpet on float floor | Mix: 3 first-reflection panels + 3 corner traps + 1 soffit trap (NE corner, above D3) + 3× 125 Hz membranes + 2 QRD rear | Rockfon Sonar E 600×600 | 28% cloud coverage, NRC 0.90 | Carpet for seated operator comfort |
| Video/Podcast B312-1 | Vinyl on float floor | 6 panels + 6 deep superchunk traps (400–600 mm) + 4× 125 Hz membranes + deep perimeter bass soffit + NE multi-colour curtain backdrop + in-shot area rug + isolated Unistrut lighting grid + COL-W free-standing wrap | Rockfon Sonar E 600×600 | 28% cloud coverage, NRC 0.90 | Vinyl for rolling equipment |
| Buffer Spine | Sealed vinyl or epoxy | Painted gypsum (both faces) | Standard gypsum or exposed | N/A | Utility corridor — no acoustic treatment |
Paint Specification
Finish Spec
Interior Paint
- Type: Low-VOC latex paint
- Finish: Eggshell on all gypsum surfaces
- Application: 2 coats minimum over primer
- Coverage: All exposed gypsum walls and ceilings (where not covered by acoustic panels or ceiling tiles)
- Buffer spine: Both faces of corridor walls to be painted
VOC limit: Use paint meeting Green Seal GS-11 or equivalent (<50 g/L VOC). High-VOC paints off-gas volatile compounds that are problematic in sealed studio environments with low air-change rates.
Vinyl Specification
Finish Spec
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT)
- Type: Commercial grade LVT
- Minimum thickness: 2.5 mm
- Installation: Glue-down (full-spread adhesive) to float floor plywood surface
- Applicable rooms: VO Live B304, Video/Podcast B312-1
- Buffer spine: Sealed vinyl or epoxy — contractor’s choice based on availability
Do NOT: Use click-lock floating LVT. The float floor already provides the decoupled layer — a second floating layer creates an unwanted resonant cavity and may rattle under foot traffic.
Carpet Specification
Finish Spec
Commercial Loop Pile Carpet
- Type: Commercial loop pile (cut pile is acceptable as alternative)
- Installation: Direct stick (full-spread adhesive) to float floor plywood surface
- Applicable rooms: Control Room B311
- Underlay: None — the float floor resilient layer serves this function
Do NOT: Install carpet underlay or foam padding. The float floor already contains a resilient isolation layer — additional underlay creates a double-bounce effect and degrades the floor’s acoustic decoupling performance. [AC]
Color Palette
Owner Decision
Color Selection
All interior colors are to be selected by the owner from contractor-provided samples. [DEC]
- General direction: Neutral tones throughout
- Paint: Owner to select from contractor’s fan deck
- Vinyl: Owner to select from supplier sample boards
- Carpet: Owner to select from supplier sample cards
- Ceiling tiles: White (standard manufacturer finish)
Lead time: Color selections must be finalized before Phase 10 (Acoustic Treatment & Commissioning) begins. Provide minimum 4 weeks for material procurement in Damascus.
Skirting & Base
Finish Spec
Base Trim by Room Type
| Floor Type | Base Treatment | Applicable Rooms |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | Vinyl cove base, glued to wall | VO Live, Video/Podcast, Buffer Spine |
| Carpet | Carpet tuck-in at walls | Control Room |
In all cases, the base trim must conceal the 10 mm perimeter gap between the float floor and the wall base. The trim is decorative only — the acoustic seal is provided by the sealant beneath.
Perimeter Detail
Critical Acoustic Detail
Float Floor Perimeter Gap
A 10 mm gap exists between the edge of the float floor and the wall base in all rooms. This gap is essential for acoustic decoupling — it prevents sound transmission through rigid contact between the floor and walls. [AC]
- Gap width: 10 mm (consistent around entire perimeter)
- Sealant: Tremco acoustic sealant (or equivalent non-hardening type), applied to fill the gap [AC]
- Cover: Skirting / base trim installed over the sealed gap
Do NOT: Fill the perimeter gap with mortar, cement, expanding foam, or any rigid material. This creates a flanking path that bypasses the float floor isolation and can degrade room-to-room STC by 10+ dB. [AC]
Verification: After sealant application and before base trim installation, inspect the full perimeter for continuous sealant coverage with no rigid bridges. [HP]