So funktioniert es

How textiles improve the room’s acoustics

Sound is movement in the air. When it hits hard, smooth surfaces it is reflected almost completely — the typical reverberation arises. Soft, porous and pleated textile surfaces absorb part of this sound energy and convert it into minimal heat. Three things are decisive: Masse (schweres Gewebe), Struktur (porous, open surface) and Faltenreichtum (the more fabric, the more effective surface).

Sound is movement in the air. When it hits hard, smooth surfaces it is reflected almost completely — the typical reverberation arises.

Masse
Heavy, densely woven fabrics such as velvet, chenille or double-lined curtains slow low and mid frequencies most effectively.
Struktur
Porous, open surfaces and cavities — such as the air chambers of a honeycomb pleated blind — trap sound instead of reflecting it.
Faltenreichtum
The more fabric is laid in folds (fullness), the larger the effective surface — a fully pleated curtain dampens significantly more than a flat one.

Our solutions

These products improve the acoustics

The dots show how strong the sound-absorbing effect typically is — depending on fabric, size and drape.

Roman blinds and day curtains also contribute somewhat to sound dampening depending on the fabric. For a noticeable improvement we recommend combining several textile surfaces in the room — we’re glad to advise you on this on site.

Roman blinds and day curtains also contribute somewhat to sound dampening depending on the fabric.

Where it pays off

Typical rooms with an echo problem

Wherever hard surfaces dominate, a textile solution brings the greatest effect:

  • Open living-dining kitchens with stone or parquet floors
  • Home office & video calls without disruptive echo
  • Offices, meeting and conference rooms
  • Rooms with large glass fronts or high ceilings
  • Stairwells, galleries and loft apartments
  • Restaurants, practices and reception areas

Audibly calm your room

We bring sample books, assess the acoustics at your place on site and recommend the right textile solution — free and without obligation.

Free home consultation

Frequently asked questions

Acoustics — what you should know

How much do curtains really improve the acoustics? +

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? +

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? +

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? +

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.

Customer testimonials

What our customers in Switzerland say

5,0★★★★★
Google reviews
✓ Verified
Real customers
G
Gaetano Calleri
4 reviews · 2 photos
★★★★★ Nov. 2024

I can only warmly recommend Maiko! From the first consultation to the final installation, everything was professional and friendly. He took the time to understand my individual needs and offered me tailor-made solutions. The quality of the products is excellent and the workmanship first-class. Many thanks for the great collaboration, Maiko!

J
J. S.
11 reviews
★★★★★ Nov. 2024

Great service and wonderful made-to-measure curtains.

S
Soilah Kesier
Google review
★★★★★ 2024

I had an excellent experience with Maiko! He responded quickly to all my questions and was incredibly polite and helpful throughout the entire process. The curtains arrived exactly as described and the quality is outstanding. Highly recommend this seller to anyone looking for great products and great service!