Can metal improve acoustics? The answer is yes!

Most people associate metal with something hard and cold - certainly not something linked to soft and pleasant acoustics. But with the right design, metal can actually be one of the most effective solutions for improving the acoustics of a room.

At DAMPA, we have spent more than 70 years working with perforated metal combined with acoustic felt, creating acoustic metal ceilings and wall panels that are robust, elegant, and sound-absorbing in acoustic class A, B, and C.

How can metal be acoustic?

It may seem counterintuitive that a hard material such as steel can reduce sound, but the secret lies in the construction:

1. Perforation in the metal plate
   The perforated surface of the metal panel functions as a resonance and membrane absorber, capturing sound waves.
2. Movement and vibrations
   As the sound passes through the perforations, small vibrations occur, helping to absorb even low-frequency sounds. 
3. Porous acoustic felt behind the panel
   Finally, the sound meets a soft absorber - our acoustic felt - which effectively dampens the remaining noise.

The result is class A acoustic panels, creating pleasant sound environments in everything from private homes to offices and public spaces.

DAMPA Silent Board and Silent Board Flex

On our webshop you will find two wall solutions:

•    DAMPA Silent Board - a robust and elegant acoustic wall panel.
•    DAMPA Silent Board Flex - a flexible solution that can be adapted to the shape and needs of the room.

Both panel types can be customised with:

•    All RAL and NCS colours
•    The option of digital printing directly onto the panels

This way, you get acoustics and design in one panel, perfectly matching your interior.

Read more about the many design possibilities here.

Why choose acoustic metal panels?

•    Durability: Metal lasts for many years and withstands daily use.
•    Design freedom: Choose colours and expressions that suit your project.
•    Surprisingly good acoustics: Documented sound absorption in acoustic class A.

So next time you ask: “Can metal be acoustic?” - the answer is clear: Yes, and it can be one of the most effective solutions on the market.

Read more about our acoustic wall panels here.

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