Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Find the Technical Reports for My Acoustic Panels?
Testing reports for Acoustic Testing Report: Laboratory Measurement of Sound Absorption and CAN/ULC S102.2-18 Testing Report: Standard Method of Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of Flooring, Floor Covering and Miscellaneous Materials and Assemblies
How do I Compare Brands and Types of Acoustic Products?
When creating a comparison budget for your project, calculate the total cost of products needed meet your reverberation time targets. Comparing the price of one panel vs. the price of another panel is only useful if the panels have the same NRC rating.
What is a NRC Rating?
The higher a NRC rating is to 1.0, the better it performs acoustically. The lower the NRC rating, the poorer it performs acoustically. Most fiberglass acoustic panels have an NRC varying from 0.8 to 1.0, depending upon the thickness.
Do Acoustic Panels Help Soundproof?
Soundproofing is a term often incorrectly used to describe acoustic panels and baffles. These products have a NRC Rating (noise reduction coefficient) that indicates how effective they are at reducing reverberation (echo). True soundproofing blocks sound, rather than absorbing echo.
Do Acoustic Panels Actually Work?
The quick answer is yes, depending upon the acoustic problem you are experiencing and the number of panels you will be using.
If your main concern is sound quality acoustic panels and/or baffles are going to help.