Frequently Asked Questions

Soundproofing (also called "sound blocking") prevents sound from passing through a surface — wall, floor, or ceiling. Sound absorption reduces reflections and reverberation inside a room. Most acoustic panels — foam, fabric-wrapped, bass traps — are absorbers, not soundproofers. If your goal is to stop noise coming from outside the room, you need mass-loaded vinyl, decoupling, or dedicated soundproofing panels. If your goal is better sound quality inside the room, acoustic absorbers are the right choice.

A good rule of thumb is to treat 15–25% of the total wall surface area with absorption. For a 10'×12' room (576 sqft of wall+ceiling surface), start with 80–120 square feet of acoustic panels. Prioritize the primary reflection points: the wall behind your speakers/screen, the side walls at the listening position, and the ceiling above. For recording vocals or instruments, treat more of the room for a drier sound. Our quote form helps us calculate exact coverage for your specific room.

NRC stands for Noise Reduction Coefficient — a number from 0.0 to 1.0 measuring how much sound a material absorbs. An NRC of 0.85 means the panel absorbs 85% of the sound that hits it and reflects only 15%. Higher NRC = more absorption. Bare concrete has NRC around 0.02; our acoustic foam panels range from 0.75 to 0.95 depending on thickness and material.

Start with the four primary reflection points: (1) the wall directly behind your monitor speakers, (2) the left side wall at the mix position, (3) the right side wall at the mix position, and (4) the ceiling above the listening position ("cloud"). Then add bass traps in every corner — floor-to-ceiling if possible. Finally, treat the rear wall to control rear reflections. This basic setup will transform room acoustics even in a small bedroom studio.

Yes. All our acoustic panels except the entry-level peel-and-stick tiles carry a Class A fire rating per ASTM E84, meaning they have the lowest possible flame spread and smoke contribution. Class A materials are approved for commercial and residential installation without special permits. The peel-and-stick foam tiles are Class B — suitable for home use but not commercial occupancy.

Absolutely — home theaters benefit enormously from acoustic treatment. First-reflection points, rear-wall absorption, and bass trap corners are the most impactful placements. Fabric-wrapped panels in neutral or dark colors are the preferred choice for home theaters because they look professional, offer NRC up to 0.95, and are available in custom colors to match your room. Many home theater installers specifically request our 24"×48" fabric panels.

Yes — we ship to all 50 states via ground freight and parcel carriers. Shipping cost and lead time depend on product type and destination. Large bundles and bass traps typically ship via LTL freight; smaller foam packs ship UPS/FedEx. Shipping details and estimated lead times are confirmed with every quote, before you commit to an order.

Prices shown on this site are indicative market ranges. Our catalog is in its launch phase — final pricing, availability, and shipping cost are confirmed per-order. To get an accurate quote: use the Request a Quote form or email [email protected] with your room dimensions, product interest, and ZIP code. We respond within one business day with a firm price and shipping timeline, no commitment required.

Yes — our fabric-wrapped panels are available in custom sizes (up to 4'×10' per panel) and a wide range of fabric colors and textures. Custom orders require a minimum quantity. Describe your project in the quote form and we will provide custom pricing. Lead time for custom panels is typically 2–3 weeks from order confirmation.