What are acoustic panels for?
Sound panels are big, soft panels you can put in different spots in a room to improve the noise reduction. They work by soaking up echoes and sounds bouncing off walls.
These panels can be created from various things like foam and fabric mix, PET Eco Felt, Wood Wool, or natural elements like cork or moss. You can cut them into different shapes and sizes and adjust them to match your place's appearance.
The main job of sound panels is to eliminate extra sound in a room. When you set them up right, they can soak up or spread out sound starting from where it hits the walls. Good sound panels work so well that you only need a few. This way, you only place boards where necessary but still get meaningful results.
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What are acoustic panels made of?
The main component of acoustic wall panels is absorbent matter. Commonly popular acoustic wall and ceiling panels contain a mineral wool panel usually made from rock wool or fiber glass or melamine.
Rock wool panels work well for soaking up low-pitched sounds but don't do as well with high-pitched sounds. People paint or cover them in particular fabric to improve aesthetics. Some people also like using recycled PET acoustic products, and they cover these with materials like velvet or canvas to help with echoes and spreading out sound.
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What are the sound absorption ratings of acoustic panels?
Every material that soaks up sound gets a score between zero and one, where zero is not so good, and one is the best. But there's no perfect score because nothing can soak up all the sound it meets. You'll often see scores like 0.5 or 0.6.nThere are two principal scores: Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC) is the usual one, and Sound Absorption Average (SAA) is another.
Most materials will fall in between, and the NRC tells you how much sound they take in. Our 1-inch acoustic panels, for instance, have an NRC score of 0.85. So, they don't soak up as much as the 2-inch ones, but they still take in 85 percent of the sound they get, way better than the 0.15 NRC of regular drywall.
On the other hand, 1-inch foam acoustic panels might have an NRC of only 0.4 on average. This means they still bounce back about 60 percent of the sound waves.
You might need more to get the same sound-reducing effect if you go for cheaper foam panels. The number of boards you need depends on your space's size, what you use it for, and what other materials are in the room, like the floor, furniture, and walls.
How do panels impact the overall acoustics of the office space?
Loud noises can make people feel stressed and worried, which can make their mental health suffer. If we plan how things look and use products that soak up sound, we can make the place quieter.
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FAQ
Look for key adjustments: seat height, seat depth, backrest angle, and adjustable lumbar support. Advanced features like a synchronised tilt mechanism, adjustable armrests (in height and width), and a seat slide are also highly beneficial.
The main difference is the level of adjustability and the science behind the design. Ergonomic chairs are built with human posture and movement in mind, offering numerous adjustments to fit the individual. Standard chairs typically offer only basic height and tilt functions.
Lumbar support is a feature that supports the natural inward curve of the lower spine (the lumbar region). Proper lumbar support is crucial for preventing slouching and reducing stress on the spine, which is a common cause of lower back pain.
Yes, because they are so adjustable, ergonomic chairs are suitable for a wide range of body types. We offer models designed for different heights and weight capacities, ensuring almost everyone can find a chair that fits them properly.
A high-quality ergonomic chair from a reputable brand is a long-term investment. With proper care, they are built to last for many years, often backed by warranties of 5, 10, 15 years or more.
We offer an ergonomic chair trial service.. This allows you to test a chair in your own work environment to ensure it's the right fit. Please contact us for more information on our trial programme.
Absolutely. While they can have a higher initial cost, the investment in an ergonomic chair pays off through improved health, comfort, and productivity. It is one of the most important pieces of equipment for anyone who sits for extended periods.
