Your Professional Acoustic Assessment resulted in a customized Treatment Specifications and Installation Guide. Many of the recommended acoustic materials may be unfamiliar, and knowing where to purchase them can be challenging. This page provides sources for locating validated products, trusted suppliers, and certified installers.
Acoustical treatment materials are typically tested by independent laboratories in accordance with ASTM standards. Compare published performance data carefully when evaluating products. If a manufacturer does not provide independent test results, ask how the product’s acoustic performance has been determined before making a purchasing decision. An informed comparison helps ensure that the materials you select will perform as intended in your specific room.
Alternatively, you can reach out to SoundNice or Acoustic Finishes for expert guidance tailored to your needs.
PROFESSIONAL ACOUSTIC ABSORBER MATERIALS
Engineered to absorb mid-high frequency sound, these materials reduce echo and improve clarity. Options include mineral wool, rigid fiberglass, polyester batting, and other specialized acoustic infills. Bass traps and other low-frequency absorbers are often constructed from these materials as well.
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DIFFUSER AND SPECIALTY TREATMENTS
Diffusers, ceiling clouds, and other special treatments can enhance your room even more. Read manufacturers descriptions to determine if they’re right for you.
While absorptive treatment can be built on site or treated with pre-made panels, effective diffusers are scientifically engineered to precise height/space variations and reduce standing waves without absorbing sound energy. Acceptable ones should be ordered from a specialty company. Some are decorative in themselves, but many have no aesthetic appeal, thus requiring stretch-fabric covering for proper decor.
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FABRIC
Fabric for acoustical purposes must be woven textiles, (preferably polyester) as the tiny spaces between the weave allow air passage, which allows sound to pass through and get treated.
Pre-made acoustical panel manufacturers have already considered this, but your choices in size/shape/colors will be limited. If you choose the more uber of treatments, custom stretch-fabric systems, your choices will be unlimited, but your designer must consider this factor when choosing a fabric.
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PREMADE PANELS OR CUSTOM STRETCH-FABRIC SYSTEMS
Pre-made panels typically are rectangular in shape, typically hung on walls in symetrical order, and offer limited fabrics and sizes.
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CUSTOM STRETCH-FABRIC SYSTEMS
Track systems allow for curves, contours, unlimited design layouts and fabric selections, covering any acoustical treatment. Fabric can go around vents, obstructions, windows, doors, etc., and can even cover in-wall speakers.
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Right photo shows unlimited layout design possibility with track systems.
We’ve helped you analyze your room, identify the best treatments for optimal sound quality, and shown you where to purchase the materials. Now comes the hard part – installation! We can guide you through proper installation techniques, and offer elegant options for layout, colors, and fabric coverage—or even manage the entire project for you. Contact us to start the conversation.
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SOURCE LIST: Click on the product or service you would like to source.
Sound Absorption Infill Materials
Sound Absorption Premade Panels
Diffusers
Bass Traps
Corner Aborbers
Ceiling Clouds (Premade)
Stretch-Fabric Track Systems
Fabric (Acoustical)
Decor and Design
Installation and/or Project Management
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Soon to Come:
Seating
Lighting
Acoustical Projection Screens
Novelty Furnishings
