Acoustic felt is a popular solution for those who suffer from reverberation, echo, or poor acoustics in their home, office, or public spaces. But what exactly is acoustic felt, and why is it so often used in modern interiors? In this blog, we answer five frequently asked questions about this versatile material.

Acoustic felt is a special type of felt, usually made from PET fibers (40-60% recycled PET bottles), that is designed to absorb sound. Unlike decorative or hobby felt, this material is developed with a specific density, thickness, and fiber structure that ensures optimal sound absorption, including fire resistance.

When sound waves hit a surface, they are partly reflected and partly absorbed. Acoustic felt breaks up these sound waves, significantly reducing reverberation and echo. The thicker and denser the material, the better the absorption value (NRC value, Noise Reduction Coefficient). pet-felt 9 mm or thicker generally scores very well in this area.

Regular felt is often thin (1 to 3 mm) and is mainly used for craft projects, decoration, or as a soft underlay. It has little to no acoustic effect because it simply does not have enough mass or fiber density to effectively absorb sound vibrations.

Acoustic felt, on the other hand, is specially developed to absorb and diffuse sound waves. It is often 9 to 25 mm thick, thermally compressed for high density, and contains airy microstructures that 'capture' and neutralize sound. In addition, it is fire-resistant, dimensionally stable and sustainably produced.

The degree of sound damping depends on the amount of felt, the placement, and the space itself. One 50x50 cm panel will slightly improve the acoustics, but a full wall of acoustic felt can make the difference between a hollow, echoing space and a quiet, serene environment.

The damping value is often expressed in NRC (Noise Reduction Coefficient). A good acoustic application scores between 0.30 and 0.80, which means that it absorbs 70% to 95% of the incident sound. Maeven Art pet-felt scores highly thanks to the combination of material, thickness (9 mm or more), and smart placement on reflective walls.

Example: In a living room with many hard surfaces (concrete, glass, wood), just four to six panels can make a noticeable difference in speech intelligibility and peace of mind.

Acoustic felt is multifunctional and stylish at the same time. Thanks to the design value of the panels or schilderijen from Maeven Art, functionality is combined with aesthetics.

Maeven Art also offers a modular approach: combine multiple panels or acoustic framed art to create a unique work of art that also functions acoustically.

Yes, that is one of the biggest advantages of acoustic felt from Maeven Art. All panels are self-adhesive: you only need to remove the protective layer and press the panel against the wall. No drilling, no screws, no hassle.

Our Acoustic wall art comes with convenient hanging systems. This makes the system completely plug-and-play, allowing anyone to install it in just a few minutes. What's more, the panels are lightweight, making installation even easier.

Tip: For optimal performance, place the panels on “first reflection points”, such as opposite windows or on bare walls.

Acoustics is about how sound behaves in a space. Sound itself is a vibration of air molecules, which travel in waves. Hard materials reflect these vibrations, causing reverberation and echo. Soft or porous materials, such as acoustic felt, absorb the vibrations and make a room acoustically quieter.

In short: good acoustics is not about silence, but about control. And with acoustic felt from Maeven Art, you bring the right balance into your home.

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