What Are Acoustic Panels – Focusing on Function and Design

Acoustic panels enhance both the quality of living and room acoustics. Primarily designed to reduce sound, they limit the echo caused by conversations, noises, or music, which the human ear perceives as unpleasant. The sound-absorbing properties of acoustic panels significantly reduce this echo, creating a calm and relaxing atmosphere. Beyond function, acoustic panels add an aesthetic touch. Wooden soundproofing walls bring texture and warmth to a room.

Acoustic Panels: The Preferred Choice for Sound Reduction

You may have noticed how echo affects conversations in a modern stairwell or during renovations when furniture is removed from the living room. Sounds bounce off bare walls, creating an exhausting listening environment.

Traditional solutions for sound reduction include heavy curtains, thick carpets, and large upholstered furniture, which help bring peace to your rooms but often compromise on style. In recent years, acoustic panels have become popular for sound reduction as they absorb sound with studio-level quality without taking up space. Installed on walls or ceilings, they blend seamlessly into any interior.

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Acoustic Panels as TV Wall

Important: Soundproofing vs Noise Reduction

Noise reduction involves insulation measures like double-glazed windows or sound-sealed doors to reduce external noise. However, soundproofing targets sound waves within a room. Imagine a modern space with plastered walls, tasteful accessories, and abundant light and openness. Here, sound waves from conversations, music, or appliances bounce freely off surfaces. In busy settings, this becomes overwhelming. Therefore, prioritising soundproofing is essential for any living space. While not all homes face noisy surroundings, everyday conversation does create noise. Acoustic panels are ideal for protecting indoor acoustics.

Creating Spaces with Positive Vibes

Two things stand out immediately when you enter a room fitted with wooden acoustic panels. First, a calm and relaxed atmosphere. Even if multiple people are talking or music is playing in the background, the space doesn’t feel stressful, allowing for better focus and concentration. Second, the aesthetic appeal of the acoustic wood panels is instantly noticeable. Their structured surface and warm wooden tones suit a quiet, library-like atmosphere. Acoustic wood panels provide a modern and timeless touch, adding a Scandinavian vibe to your space. Let's take a look at the benefits of these acoustic panels in summary.

Benefits of Acoustic Panels

  • Sound-absorbing
  • Stylish
  • Easy to install
  • Low maintenance
  • Increases property value
  • Durable
  • Versatile

Wooden Acoustic Panels: A Long-Term Solution

Numerous solutions are available today for sound absorption in interiors. Options include acoustic baffles, which hang from the ceiling to absorb sound waves, or large wall art that combines sound absorption with aesthetic appeal. Acoustic sculptures serve the same purpose. Panel-style elements specifically for sound reduction are also available in pure acoustic felt. However, wooden acoustic panels hold the largest market share. Let's explore their unique advantages.

Stability and Natural Look with Easy Maintenance

A wooden acoustic panel brings a well-crafted, durable element into your home, with 12mm-thick slats and an overall thickness of 21mm, promising longevity. Unlike ceiling baffles, acoustic sculptures, and felt elements, wooden panels are easy to maintain: simply wipe the wood surface with a slightly damp cloth. Another key factor is their timelessness. Acoustic wall art or sculptures may eventually clash with your style, but a natural wooden wall with a beautiful slat design enhances any style permanently.

A Top Choice for DIY Enthusiasts

Worried about tricky measurements and installation? Acoustic panels simplify the process. With clean, intact walls, you can easily attach the attractive wood-felt element to the wall using reliable mounting adhesive. This is particularly quick since each panel is 60 cm wide. An additional benefit: these acoustic panels can be used to cover entire walls, accent areas like conversation or reading corners, or even protect ceilings from sound, such as over a dining table.

Wooden Acoustic Panels as a Sustainable Choice

The stability and timeless appeal of wooden acoustic panels make them a sustainable purchase choice. These sound-absorbing elements perform their function over time without succumbing to changing trends. Their classic style complements any high-end setting. Additionally, the components of acoustic panels contribute to their environmental friendliness. Each panel consists of wood veneer, an MDF core, and acoustic felt.

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Ideal as soundproofing for a desk

The Wooden Panels: Structure and Composition

The surface of the acoustic wall panels consists of a 1mm wood veneer layer, made from real wood, available in a variety of attractive wood types and treated with gentle finishes. As a natural material, the wood surface displays a range of hues and grains and undergoes a subtle ageing process, enhancing its character over time. Every wooden acoustic wall panel is therefore a unique one-of-a-kind piece. The high-quality 11mm MDF core prevents warping, ensuring the panel's long lifespan. All woods used in our veneers come from sustainably managed forests with FSC certification.

The Acoustic Felt: A Sustainable Source

Wood acoustic panels are backed with 9mm acoustic felt. The slat spacing creates a pleasing contrast between wood and felt surfaces. Acoustic felt acts as a sound transformer: its fibres convert incoming sound waves into thermal energy. Additionally, our acoustic felt is completely sustainable, made from recycled PET bottles. This helps reduce both noise pollution and plastic waste.

Conclusion: Enhancing Sound and Aesthetics

Acoustic panels are an excellent way to introduce tranquillity and focus into your spaces. Whether in residential or commercial environments, these sound-absorbing elements work without electricity or complicated setup. They enhance the aesthetics of seating areas or entire walls, and even look impressive when installed on the ceiling. Panels can be adhered or screwed into the wall, and when mounted on a wooden frame lined with mineral wool, they can achieve the highest sound insulation rating, Class A. Experience the quality of our products firsthand with our personalised advice via phone, and request a sample of our acoustic panels.

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