Today, designers are not only creating a “look” but an interior that feels as well. Today, more and more homeowners, designers, contractors, and business owners are seeking to have spaces that are aesthetically pleasing, comfortable and functional. Acoustic wood slat wall panels can help to accomplish both by utilizing the acoustics and aesthetics of naturally inspired wood.
Acoustic wood slat wall panels for interior spaces, where modern design, together with improved room acoustics are equally important, are offered at NewGen Depot. These panels can be made from wood veneer finishes, modern vertical slats and acoustic felt backing to create a beautiful architectural piece and help to eliminate unwanted echo in walls and ceiling areas.
Acoustic Wood Slat Wall Panels Are?
Acoustic wood slat wall panels are decorative interior panels that are made up of an acoustic backing material and evenly spaced wood slats. The vertical slat design provides for a clean and well organized look and the backing absorbs the reflected sound in a room.
Acoustic slat panels are not just a painted wall or decorative wood panel, but actually have two functions. They add to the interior's visual appeal and can control excess reverberation that is caused by reflections from hard surfaces.
NewGen Depot acoustic panels come in a variety of finishes including Natural Oak, Light Oak, Royal Oak, White Oak, Ash Wood and Black, as well as modern finishes, allowing designers to coordinate features on the wall with other wall coverings, flooring, furniture, lighting and other decor.
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How Acoustic Wood Panels Help Create Quieter Spaces
Many hard surfaces like drywall, glass, tile and hard flooring can cause echo in rooms.
Acoustic wall panels help to control these reflections. The wooden panels on NewGen Depot are built with high density acoustic felt behind the slats to absorb unwanted noise and minimise echoes in interior spaces.
It can be helpful in a room where a discussion, entertainment, meeting or concentrated work is essential.
Acoustic Treatment should not be equated with total soundproofing. The acoustic properties in the room will be enhanced, but to get full soundproofing, other construction techniques are needed to prevent any sound transmission between rooms.
A Stylish Architectural Feature for Modern Interiors
The unique look of wood slat acoustic panels is one of the factors that makes them popular. The vertical lines they create in the surface are repeated, which creates rhythm and depth in otherwise flat walls.
Wood stains, as well, add a natural warmth to modern interiors, which can be very cold and toned down with neutral paint, concrete, metal and glass.
Acoustic slat walls can match a number of interior designs, such as:
- Modern interiors
- Minimalist spaces
- Scandinavian-inspired rooms
- Contemporary offices
- Transitional interiors
- Warm industrial designs
- Luxury commercial environments
Natural oak finishes will often create more of a light and warm look, darker finishes will often make more of a visual contrast and more dramatic feature wall.
Create an Eye-Catching Living Room Feature Wall
One of the ideal areas to install an acoustic wood slat wall feature is in the living room.
The panels can be mounted on the rear of a entertainment console, television, sofa, fireplace space or other architectural focal point. Wood slats add texture and dimension, instead of using paint or wallpaper.
The acoustics side is another benefit in living rooms as the audio from the TV, conversations, music, and the surroundings may lead to reflections in an open-plan area.
The carefully positioned acoustic panel wall can thus be part of the design and acoustic comfort of the room.
Improve Home Offices and Workspaces
Home and hybrid working has become more important than ever for acoustics in the home office.
Reflected sound in a workplace can make it more distracting than it needs to be, and bare walls can cause a problem in video calls.
Reflecting off a primary wall or behind a desk, acoustic wood wall panels can provide a more professional background and can help to manage room reflections.
The overall scene looks designed, not temporary, and is a workspace.
The same concept can be applied to the commercial office in conference rooms, collaborative spaces, meeting rooms, reception areas, and private offices.
Add Warmth to Bedrooms
Bedrooms should be comfortable, relaxing and well balanced in visual appeal.
Wood slat wall panels can be used behind beds, and serve as an alternative or addition to a headboard. Slats can also be extended upwards to the ceiling to make the wall seem taller.
Acoustic panels can also aid in the absorption of reflected sound, therefore can help to create a calmer acoustic environment.
Soft furnishings, including curtains, carpets, furniture and bedding can also be used to enhance the acoustic treatment.
Use Acoustic Panels in Commercial Interiors
Decorative acoustic wall panels aren't just for use in homes.
Many commercial spaces, such as restaurants, hotels, retail stores, studios, conference rooms, reception areas, and more make use of a combination of large open spaces and hard architectural surfaces.
This combination can add to the reverberation.
Acoustic wood slat panels add another sound absorbing surface, and are a stylish finish to an architectural design. NewGen Depot thinks about the potential applications for its acoustic wall panels as homes, offices, restaurants, hotels, studios and conference rooms, and retail environments.
Walls Are Not the Only Option
Another benefit of acoustic slat panels is that they can be installed in various ways.
There are a lot of designs that can be installed on interior walls and ceilings, so that they can be a part of a bigger architectural concept, and not used in a traditional feature wall. NewGen Depot states its acoustic panels are appropriate to mount on walls and ceilings in an interior environment.
Ceiling installations are particularly beautiful in offices, for entertainment areas, restaurants, studios or large rooms where the addition of extra visual texture is desired.
Choosing the Right Wood Slat Panel Finish
The type of finish chosen will depend on the design of the area.
When decorating in a bright, warm Scandinavian style, light oak and natural oak will complement the decor well. Dark or black finishes can add a sense of contrast in modern spaces, while sturdier wood hues can add a sense of luxury to any space.
Before you make your decision, take the floor, cabinets, furniture, light temperature, wall colors and overall design into consideration.
Panel placement also is important. In some instances, a single accent wall can be sufficient, in others wider areas can be accented through the covering of walls and/or ceiling.
Installation and Maintenance
Acoustic wood slat panels can also be an attractive choice for renovations since the panels do not have to be added to an entire room.
NewGen Depot's panels are easy to install in the interior and some products can be installed on both walls and ceilings.
Prior to installation, carefully measure surface areas and plan panels carefully. Before cutting or mounting panels, all electrical outlets, switches, wall mounted televisions, lighting features, trims, and corners should be taken into consideration.
They can be dusted regularly and cleaned of dust with the proper cleaning agents to preserve the look.
Conclusion
Acoustic wood slat wall panels are an ideal solution for a modern interior design with increased acoustic comfort. The vertical wood detail provides them with texture, warmth and architectural interest, with acoustic backing to help minimise unwanted echo and sound reflections.
They can be found in living rooms, bedrooms, home offices, entertainment spaces, meeting rooms, studios, restaurants, hotels, retail interiors and so many other residential or commercial spaces.
Our customers who are wanting to make their interior as polished as they can see it, can choose from a variety of acoustic wood slat wall panels at NewGen Depot. From a new feature wall to a new office design, an upgrade to a media room, to a larger commercial project, there's no better way to combine style, texture and better room acoustics into one interior solution than with acoustic wood panels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do acoustic wood slat wall panels reduce noise?
They are intended to absorb the reflected sound and to minimize echo in a room. But sound absorption should not be confused with a complete soundproofing of the structure.
Where can acoustic wood panels be installed?
They can be installed in any living room, bedroom, home office, studio, conference room, restaurant, hotel, retail, or other interior of a residential or commercial building.
Can acoustic slat panels be installed on ceilings?
Yes. A large number of the acoustic wood slat panels, such as the ones offered by NewGen Depot, are intended for use on walls and ceilings indoors.
What is the best wood panel colour for today's interior rooms?
Any natural oak, light oak, white oak, black, ash wood, or other finishes will do. This will depend on the type of floor, furniture, lights, colors on walls and the overall theme of the interior.
Are acoustic wood wall panels suitable for feature walls?
Yes. They are an ideal choice for TV walls, bedroom accent walls, office backgrounds, reception areas and other focal points of a building due to their vertical slat design and wood finish.
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