THOMO Posted August 26 Share Posted August 26 (edited) Anybody used felt backed timber batten panels like Ridgeway Accupanel for ceiling mounting? Can't get link to technical information to work. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwje14PhvfmAAxU-mVYBHX6tAHQQFnoECBIQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.acupanel.com%2F&usg=AOvVaw1-V7sSmOTyHq2aKXTWiGLc&opi=89978449 Edited August 26 by THOMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deepthought Posted August 26 Share Posted August 26 No experience myself but I can't see any measurement data on their website and their reviews are all User reviews rather than objective testing. I guess they are going to be really expensive too. They do look very nice though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deepthought Posted August 26 Share Posted August 26 (edited) These guys have specs https://acoufelt.com.au/solution/timbertop-slat-acoustic-panel/ The panel system I linked to is suitable for walls or ceilings. It might be easier to install as it has a PET backing. They do have measurement data. The only possible issue is that they use MDF with laminate which potentially aesthetically won't be a nice as a solid timber or veneered timber slat. But if you get the right PET backing / laminate colour combo it could look really nice. https://hub.acoufelt.com/pdf/12mm-timbertop-slat-spec-sheet/ - acoustic data and mounting instruction (direct fix). On second thoughts - very expensive - https://www.orcasoundproofing.com.au/acoustic-timber-panels/timbertop-slats-acoustic-panels Edited August 26 by Deepthought Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THOMO Posted August 26 Author Share Posted August 26 Tempted to make some myself.6mm ply strips with black felt glued onto that and then western red cedar battens screwed or pinned through the ply.The felt board you can get at Bunnings. The Ridgeway Accupanels come with sound attenuation data but I can't get the link they sent me to work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deepthought Posted August 26 Share Posted August 26 (edited) If you want to DIY - get these or something similar- https://www.bunnings.com.au/2420-x-1220mm-9mm-acoustic-pinboard-grey_p0127917 https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/224365641063?chn=ps&_ul=AU&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=705-139619-5960-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=224365641063&targetid=1278430612776&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9068908&poi=&campaignid=19649531412&mkgroupid=146789074798&rlsatarget=aud-1721181090664:pla-1278430612776&abcId=9305371&merchantid=116470642&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3oOzv8L5gAMVkKeWCh1B1A3TEAQYBSABEgKvTPD_BwE PET has some really good acoustical absorption properties, at least at higher frequencies. For example, Echopanel which is recycled PET has some performance figures available: woven image echopanel 7mm acoustic reduced.pdf Edited August 26 by Deepthought 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POV Posted August 26 Share Posted August 26 (edited) One thing I recommend is to be mindful of styling as well as performance. Having treated a number of ceilings now it’s always interested me how much it tends to grab attention, much more so than would expect. If going DIY then also worth thinking about weight, as getting them up there is quite challenging! I had my room done professionally and they brought in an EWP and used acroprops! Edited August 26 by POV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deepthought Posted August 26 Share Posted August 26 More tests but again just PET panels so the measurements should be pretty consistent for other branded or unbranded products: https://www.sontext.com.au/acoustic-panels-thickness-counts/ - getting the PET off the wall behind will improve low freq absorption to some degree but fixing will become a much bigger deal. PET is is quite rigid and does pretty well when exposed to UV. Spread of Flame looks quite good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evette68 Posted September 5 Share Posted September 5 (edited) On 26/08/2023 at 1:32 PM, THOMO said: Anybody used felt backed timber batten panels like Ridgeway Accupanel for ceiling mounting? Can't get link to technical information to work. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwje14PhvfmAAxU-mVYBHX6tAHQQFnoECBIQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.acupanel.com%2F&usg=AOvVaw1-V7sSmOTyHq2aKXTWiGLc&opi=89978449 Gonna try these mate , they up in Brisbane quite reasonable. luxpanels.com.au Edited September 5 by Evette68 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neo Posted September 5 Share Posted September 5 IKEA https://www.ikea.com/au/en/search/?q=acoustic panel 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Full Range Posted September 5 Share Posted September 5 If you want a similar look It’s very close to vertical outdoor timber screen panels photos and products on link https://www.modinex.com.au/product-category/application/screening/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evette68 Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 2 hours ago, Full Range said: If you want a similar look It’s very close to vertical outdoor timber screen panels photos and products on link https://www.modinex.com.au/product-category/application/screening/ These look really great, not sure about the prices though.? Quality hand made timbers, would come at a price... The Luxpanels are $240 for a 2.4 metre panel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playdough Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 17 minutes ago, Evette68 said: $240 for a 2.4 metre panel IMHO looks like a reasonable price, considering how much you would be put out if DIY' ing something similar. Beautiful product, would get the clap echo mostly under control although you might need more than 4 panels. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evette68 Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 9 hours ago, playdough said: IMHO looks like a reasonable price, considering how much you would be put out if DIY' ing something similar. Beautiful product, would get the clap echo mostly under control although you might need more than 4 panels. I will be needing something in my room, builders finished today, and my specially built man cave is an echo chamber atm. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playdough Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 On 06/09/2023 at 8:51 PM, Evette68 said: I will be needing something in my room, builders finished today, and my specially built man cave is an echo chamber atm. Ah, I feel the pain . Load it full of mancave goodies that'll cut down the clap echo, a little. Love the look of the timber wall treatment though, beautiful. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP1 Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 Acupanel is designed to go on ceilings as well as walls according to this tech sheet. Acupanel-Technical-Sheet_FOR-DIGITAL.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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