Whether building a new home or renovating an existing room into a residential home theater, the acoustic characteristics of the room are something that should not be overlooked. A question we get asked often is “How many sound panels should I install in my home theater?” The recommended coverage of acoustic wall panels in a residential home theater depends on various factors, including the size of the room, its shape, the materials used in construction, and the desired level of sound quality. However, a general guideline is to aim for around 30% to 50% coverage of the total wall surface area w ..read more

Acoustic panels are used to reduce background noise in large rooms by absorbing sound energy, thereby minimizing echoes, reverberation, and overall noise levels. Here’s how they work and are used: Absorption of Sound Waves: Acoustic panels are designed to absorb sound waves that would otherwise bounce off hard surfaces. They are typically made of materials with high sound absorption properties, such as fiberglass and foam, which may or may not be wrapped in acoustically transparent fabric, Installation on Walls and Ceilings: The sound panels are strategically placed on walls and ceilings in ..read more

NetWell Noise Control is excited to introduce FELT Baffles, part of our all new Poly-Tone line of PET polyester acoustical products. FELT Baffles have been designed to transform indoor spaces into acoustically enhanced havens. Whether you’re seeking to create a serene workspace, a tranquil hospitality environment, or a dynamic educational atmosphere, FELT Baffles are your ultimate solution for achieving exceptional sound quality and comfort.     Unveiling Unmatched Acoustic Excellence Say goodbye to echoes and reverberations that hinder clarity and tranquility. Our FELT Baffles have ..read more

Comparing the difference between the two main types of room dividers and the pros & cons of each. Accordion-style room dividers and operable walls are both popular options for creating flexible spaces and dividing larger areas into smaller sections. While they serve similar purposes, there are some differences in terms of benefits and functionality. Here are the advantages of an accordion-style room divider compared to an operable wall: Ease of Installation: Accordion-style room dividers are generally easier and quicker to install compared to operable walls. For example, Curtitions from N ..read more

PicturePanels by NetWell offer a visually appealing way to resolve reverberant noise problems, while improving both the aesthetics and acoustics of your existing space. PicturePanels can feature custom graphics, photos, logos, artwork, and more. The design options are virtually limitless.  The panels are available in sizes up to 4′ x 10′, and they can be mounted on walls or ceilings. The imagery can print onto a single panel, carry across multiple panels, or even be dropped into a ceiling tile grid system to create a decorative mural that expands across the ceiling. NetWell client&nb ..read more

Charlie Mann, Director of Operations at Alvord ISD in Texas, reached out to NetWell Noise Control looking for help with reducing the reverberation time in their school’s large gymnasium. Gyms are notorious for being echo chambers due to their tall ceiling heights and hard reflective surfaces. The NetWell team gathered information about their gym (size & surface finishes) which was used to calculate the reverb time (RT60) of the gym. The longer the reverb time, the more “echo” there is in the room, as it takes longer for sound energy to dissipate. This results in a loss of speech intelligib ..read more

Noise Reduction for Pickleball Courts:  How-to Pickleball has become one of America’s leading participation sports programs, entertaining kids from ages 8 to 108.   The increase in the popularity of the sport especially holds true for the senior population, as the activity tends to generate both an enjoyable social environment as well as a good deal of fun and physical fitness for its members.   And while some Pickleball Courts are retrofit into existing tennis courts, many of today’s Pickleball Courts are being constructed just for playing Pickleball.   If t ..read more

Soundproofing Room Dividers Social distancing in today’s commercial marketplace places a premium on the design and function of commercial space.  The ability to take a larger room and sub divide it into two smaller rooms that remain sound protected from one another is a popular means by which to stay social distanced while making the most of the existing space.    From Sunday school classrooms to restaurant seating, office meeting rooms, telehealth call centers  or professional office buildings, sound barrier room dividers have never been more popular.   Or n ..read more

Controlling Echoes In Your Fellowship Hall Similar to other social gathering venues, Fellowship Halls are faced with the common issue of sound reflections (echoes) interfering with the quality of acoustics within the room. When a group converses in a Fellowship Hall, particularly one containing several hard, reflective surfaces, the collective voices create reverberations that affect the quality of acoustics throughout the area.  As these reverberations elevate background noise, they begin to interfere with speech clarity.   As a result, people begin speak more loudly, creating ..read more

Kennel noise is generated by barking dogs and their impact sounds reflecting off all the hard, washable, reflective surfaces our clients find in a kennel environment.   Concrete floors, hard reflective walls, block, brick, metal, washable surfaces that combine to reflect up to 97% of the bark of the dog.   The repercussions of this echo carry throughout the room, forcing excessive exposure to unwelcome noise levels.   The key to soundproofing a kennel is to understand that the acoustical treatment doesn’t make the “dogs” less loud, the treatments make the “room” l ..read more