Why Acoustic Panels Matter in Commercial Interiors
Learn how acoustic treatment enhances sound quality, wellbeing, and brand perception in modern open-plan spaces.
Acoustic Panels for Commercial Interiors
In many contemporary commercial designs—offices, retail, education, hospitality—clean lines and hard finishes dominate. While visually appealing, these environments often suffer from excessive reverberation and poor speech clarity. Acoustic panels absorb unwanted noise and reduce echoes, creating more comfortable and functional spaces.
The Acoustic Challenge in Open-Plan Spaces
Open layouts, hard floors, and glass surfaces amplify noise levels, leading to distractions, lower productivity, and a degraded user experience. Acoustic treatment is essential to counterbalance these effects.
How Acoustic Panels Help
Designed to absorb sound at specific frequencies, acoustic panels improve speech intelligibility, reduce echo, and help create environments that support wellbeing and effective communication.
Decrasound Solutions for Varied Interiors
- Ceiling baffles and hanging clouds: Ideal for open ceilings and reducing overall reverberation.
- Wall-mounted panels and screens: Effective in offices and meeting rooms for speech clarity.
- 3D carved and PET panels: Combine acoustic performance with decorative appeal.
Local Design and Sustainable Practices
Decrasound panels are locally manufactured and built from PET with a minimum 65% recycled content. This eco-friendly approach offers both performance and sustainable design value.
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | 100% polyester fibre (PET), low VOC, fully recyclable |
| Standard Panel Size | Size depends on selected cloud design |
| Thickness Options | 9mm, 12mm, 24mm (stocked colours) |
| Weight | 12mm – 2.4 kg/m² (200 kg/m³); 24mm – 3.5 kg/m² (145 kg/m³) |
| Fire Rating | AS 5637 (Group 1) ASTM E84 (Class A) EN 13501-1:2007+A1:2009 (Class B) |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.036 W/(m·K) |
| Thermal Resistance (24mm) | R = 0.599 (m²·K)/W |
| NRC Rating | Sound Absorption Level | Typical Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| 0.30 – 0.50 | Basic sound absorption | Minimal acoustic treatment – entryways, corridors |
| 0.60 – 0.75 | Moderate absorption | Offices, classrooms, shared spaces |
| 0.80 – 0.90 | Excellent absorption | Speech clarity areas – meeting rooms, lecture halls |
| 0.95 – 1.00 | Maximum absorption | Theatres, studios, music practice rooms |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where should acoustic panels be installed in commercial interiors?
Common placement includes ceilings, walls, and partitions. High-noise areas like open offices, meeting rooms, and lobbies benefit most from sound-absorbing panels.
Do acoustic panels affect the look of a space?
Modern acoustic panels are available in a range of colours, textures, and shapes, so they can improve both acoustics and interior aesthetics.
Can acoustic treatment improve productivity?
Yes. Reducing ambient noise and echo can help employees focus, improve speech clarity, and reduce fatigue in high-use spaces.
What are the best acoustic solutions for open-plan offices?
Ceiling baffles, suspended clouds, and wall-mounted panels are all effective in managing reverberation in open environments.
Are Decrasound panels sustainable?
Yes. Decrasound panels are made from PET fibre with at least 65% recycled content, low VOCs, and can contribute to green building certifications.
Download Decrasound Brochures
Get all the technical documentation you need to specify or install our acoustic panels.
| 📘 Decrasound Product Catalogue | Download (PDF, 2.1MB) |
| 🎨 Decrasound 2025 Colour Range | Download (PDF, 1.8MB) |
| 🧱 3D Acoustic Wall Panels | Download (PDF, 1.2MB) |
| 💡 Acoustic Lighting Brochure | Download (PDF, 1.6MB) |
| 📄 Acoustiscreen Brochure | Download (PDF, 1.5MB) |
| 📊 Decrabaffle Technical Data Sheet | Download (PDF, 1.1MB) |
| 📊 Acoustiscreen Technical Data Sheet | Download (PDF, 1.3MB) |
| 🖼️ Acoustiscreen Hanging Screens | Download (PDF, 1.4MB) |
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+971 (0)4 409 6863
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27071 Cabot Road, Suite 125
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
+1 949 215 7979
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