Replacing a wooden slat wall? Here's why PET felt works
Wooden slat walls have shaped interior design for years. They provide a warm appearance, suit many styles, and contribute to acoustic comfort. Nowadays, you see them everywhere, making the effect predictable. Therefore, designers are looking for something new. Acoustic wall coverings made from PET felt offer more tranquility, design freedom, and a contemporary look that meets today's demands.
Why felt wall covering is a better choice than wooden slats
What sets PET felt apart from wooden slatted walls:
1. Better acoustics
A wooden slatted wall looks nice, but it usually consists of hard materials that hardly absorb sound. PET felt works the other way around: it is soft and damping. As a result, the sound quality in a room improves and more tranquility is created, whether it's an office, hospitality venue, home workspace, or educational environment.
2. A modern look with maximum design freedom
Steel stud walls have been used in many places and are becoming increasingly predictable. Additionally, they often impose a fixed rhythm on the design. PET felt offers a fresh, contemporary appearance and provides much more design freedom. From sleek panels to cut-out patterns or organic shapes, available in various colours. This way, you can fully tailor the wall to your design vision and create a unique appearance that suits the space.
3. Quieter, warmer and more comfortable
PET felt creates a soft and warm atmosphere, without appearing or sounding harsh. It increases comfort in the space and contributes to a pleasant experience. Its tactile quality invites use and touch, resulting in a more human and enjoyable interior, both visually and acoustically.
4. Durable and robust
PET felt consists of recycled PET bottles and remains beautiful for years. It is sturdy, low-maintenance, and less susceptible to damage, making it a sustainable choice for modern interiors. Additionally, the product is also recyclable, so it can be reused as a raw material even after use and contributes to a circular interior design.
How to switch from slats to PET felt works
The transition is simple and does not need to be a major renovation. PET felt can be applied directly to an existing wall. For example, you may choose to remove the wooden slats and then place felt wall covering on (part of) the wall where the slat wall was.
In many projects, PET felt is mounted directly onto the existing wall. Additionally, it is possible to replace only part of a slatted wall with a felt accent. This way, you combine wooden slats with sound-absorbing wall covering made of felt and specifically improve the acoustics. For a complete renewal, you can opt for a full felt wall or a custom pattern. This way, you quickly create a renewed wall without having to change the entire interior.
Custom PET felt solutions
Acoustic wall paneling is about more than just acoustics for us. Each design is tailored to the space, the purpose, and the desired look. Whether it's large wall surfaces, subtle acoustic accents, or cut-out patterns in specific colors: PET felt offers endless possibilities. This creates a wall solution that not only brings calm but also contributes to a recognizable and future-proof interior.
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