How much do curtains really improve the acoustics?
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A heavy, fully pleated acoustic curtain can noticeably reduce the reverberation in a living space. Curtains are not a recording-studio solution, but they noticeably improve everyday sound — especially when you cover hard surfaces such as glass and walls with them.
A heavy, fully pleated acoustic curtain can noticeably reduce the reverberation in a living space.
Welcher Fabric schluckt am meisten Schall?
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The heavier and more porous, the better: velvet, chenille and densely woven linen work strongest, ideally with an additional acoustic or molton lining. Equally important is the fullness — that is, how much fabric is laid in folds.
The heavier and more porous, the better: velvet, chenille and densely woven linen work strongest, ideally with an additional acoustic or molton lining.
Do pleated blinds or roller blinds also help against echo?
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A honeycomb pleated blind (Duette) dampens sound directly at the window thanks to its air chambers and is a good, space-saving solution for smaller rooms. Classic roller blinds of thin fabric, by contrast, have only a small acoustic effect.
A honeycomb pleated blind (Duette) dampens sound directly at the window thanks to its air chambers and is a good, space-saving solution for smaller rooms.
How much area should I cover with textiles?
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As a rule of thumb: the more hard surface you replace with soft, porous materials, the quieter the room. Curtains over the full wall width, combined with a rug and upholstered furniture, bring the greatest effect. During the home consultation we look at your room together.
As a rule of thumb: the more hard surface you replace with soft, porous materials, the quieter the room.