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Where to Install Acoustic Panels?

Learn where and how to install acoustic panels, as well as how to pick the best ones for your room.

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TL;DR – Summary

Acoustic panels are one of the most effective ways to improve sound quality in a room, but many people ask: where should acoustic panels be installed for the best results?

The short answer is: panels should go on the main surfaces where sound reflections cause echo—typically walls and ceilings at the first reflection points.

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Key Places to Install Acoustic Panels

  • Walls
    Panels work best when placed on large wall areas where sound bounces back into the room.
  • Ceilings
    Hanging baffles or ceiling panels absorb sound in open-plan offices, restaurants, or classrooms.
  • Corners
    Adding bass traps or corner panels helps reduce low-frequency build-up in studios or small rooms.
  • Behind Speakers or TVs
    In media rooms or studios, panels behind speakers reduce reflections and improve clarity.

Acoustic Panel Placement Tips for Different Spaces

  • Offices → Use wall panels near workstations and suspended ceiling panels to reduce overall noise.
  • Restaurant & Cafes → Spread panels across walls and ceilings to lower background chatter.
  • Home Studios → Place panels at first reflection points (sides, behind monitors, ceiling) for accurate sound.
  • Classrooms & Halls → Combine wall panels with ceiling baffles for even coverage.

In most cases, we would combine wall and ceiling treatments to ensure a perfectly balanced acoustic environment.

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How many panels do you need?

  • Small rooms often need 4-6 panels for noticeable improvement
  • Large open spaces may require a combination of wall panels and ceiling baffles.
  • Coverage should typically be around 20–30% of the room’s surface area for balanced results.

Are acoustic panels removable?

Acoustic panels are usually removable, although there may be some that are not. This will depend on the type of acoustic panel and the installation method. If the acoustic panel is glued or screwed into place, then it is not going to be as easy to remove as one that is simply hung on the wall or installed using a split batten bracket.

Our Tenso system can also be removed, but the walls will need some repairing to restore them to their former state.

Ceiling panels which are suspended can easily be un-clipped and removed, although the wire hangers are hard fixed mechanically into the ceiling above.

The Bottom Line

To get the best results, acoustic panels should be installed on walls and ceilings where sound reflections are strongest. The right placement depends on the type of room and its purpose, but strategic coverage will significantly improve comfort and clarity.

The Bottom Line

To get the best results, acoustic panels should be installed on walls and ceilings where sound reflections are strongest. The right placement depends on the type of room and its purpose, but strategic coverage will significantly improve comfort and clarity.