Acoustics

Sound absorption relates to the control of sound reflections within a room. When a ceiling efficiently absorbs sound, occupants can enjoy more comfortable conditions for speaking and listening.

Sound attenuation (also known as sound flanking transmission) refers to the control of sound travelling between adjacent rooms. A continuous suspended ceiling can help reduce sound transmission, ensuring occupants enjoy privacy without being disturbed by noise from next door.

Reverberation time is a measure of how long decaying sound persists in a room, affecting the quality of interior acoustics. The optimum reverberation time range for a room depends on its size and function.

Our experts can calculate the ideal range for your space and propose acoustic ceilings that ensure the perfect vibe in any interior – from quiet offices to lively music halls.

Acoustic correction is the term given to materials and techniques adopted to optimise a room's acoustics for enhanced intelligibility, concentration, and privacy. This is particularly important in spaces where people assemble to participate in speech or music, such as places of worship, theatres, or concert halls.

The cocktail party effect occurs in enclosed spaces where crowds talk in small groups. The 'hubbub' produced by many different conversations results in people raising their voices to make themselves heard above other groups. This leads to a gradual transition from normal to almost shouting speech, and a consequential rise in background noise.