When starting an acoustic project, it is important to know what types of acoustic materials are available on the market and what the specific function of each of these materials is. In this blog we explain in detail what the different types are and in which situations you can best use them.
Sound insulation: avoid external noise
When we talk about sound insulation, we are talking about materials that are intended to repel sounds coming from outside the room or outside the building so that they cannot enter the space. A good example of such a material is the Akomass EPDM panel, a flexible mass board in a heavy, sound insulating plastic with a high flexibility and density. Thanks to the combination of these different properties, this insulation material lends itself very well to as floor insulation, partition insulation and as a casing for machines, in vehicles, etc.
Sound absorption: capture sounds in the room
While sound insulation blocks out external noise, sound absorbing material absorbs sounds from the room so that they do not remain in the room. We are all familiar with the experience of the reverberation in an old church. By applying soft, sound absorbing materials, you can avoid this scenario in your own space. An example of a sound absorbing material is the Akopol sound absorbing polyester wool panel. This panel is not only dimensionally stable and elastic, we can also pre-cut it for you in any size or shape. Moreover, it is not only sound insulating but also thermally insulating.
