Acoustic panel ideas: What you need to install

Acoustic panels are real all-rounders – they bring silence and style into the house. Whether in the bedroom, living room, hallway, kitchen or home office: they can do more than just dampen sound. Below you will find inspiration for creative design options with acoustic panels as well as practical tips for installation.

Instead of creating a classic bedhead a modern, soft wall design behind the bed. Choose panels in harmonious colors – such as earth tones, sand, gray or taupe – that match the bedding and the room concept.

Think about different arrangements: A rectangular area that spans the entire width of the bed creates a calming base. Or let the panels rise in layers, like waves on the wall. The acoustic panels absorb noise, making the bedroom appear quieter – a place to relax and recharge your batteries.

Tip: Combine panels of different heights and widths. This gives the wall structure and depth.

Transform a living room wall into an acoustic work of art. Take advantage in different colors, shapes and materials. A creative arrangement of square, rectangular and diamond-shaped panels can look like a wall mosaic. Darker colors such as anthracite or fir green give an elegant touch, while bright color accents bring lightness.

An asymmetrical design with panels that protrude from the wall to varying degrees creates a play of light and shadow. These layers turn simple acoustic panels into a three-dimensional art installation. Particularly for larger wall surfaces, installation across the entire wall height is recommended and ensures a successful mix of decoration and function.

Tip: Consider whether you have small between or behind the panels. This enhances the 3D effect and provides atmospheric lighting in the evening.

In the kitchen, noises often echo off walls and cabinets. A as a backsplash behind the work surface brings calm and looks modern. Look for easy-care, wipe-clean surfaces that repel dirt and spills. One makes the sensitive oak more dirt-resistant.

The color can either be subtle and fit harmoniously into the kitchen concept – something a soft gray or cream – or you can deliberately use a strong accent in dark green or petrol (painting is permitted). The acoustic panel absorbs the typical kitchen noises such as clattering and ringing and creates a more pleasant soundscape when cooking.

Tip: Use panels with a stain-resistant coating or splash guard sealant to ensure long life. Or seal the wood with it .

Hallways are often echoey, unused spaces that deserve an upgrade. can fulfill a dual function here: dampen sound and visually enhance the hallway. Place the panels horizontally along the wall to emphasize the length of the hallway and make the room appear larger. Or vertical to create more height.

A large panel also has an exciting, inviting effect as an accent surface on a wall, for example opposite the entrance door. This means that the hallway appears as a harmonious space that reflects the style of your apartment right from the entrance area.

Tip: Choose colors that match the front door and floor color so that the design in the hallway looks inviting and radiates calm. For a homemade wardrobe made of acoustic panels, use special hooks.

Help in the home office helping to create a quiet work environment. Especially behind the desk, they create a structured back wall that soothes the eye and makes the room appear more professional. Choose a color palette that is neutral and clean – gray, white or soft blue – or add an invigorating touch with an accent color of blue or green.

The arrangement of the panels can be playful or simple: arrange them evenly spaced to create an even surface that absorbs sound. Alternatively, you can choose a geometric arrangement that serves as a subtle focal point behind you in the video background for Zoom meetings. Acoustic panels not only promote peace and quiet, but also concentration and a professional ambience in the work area.

Tip: If your home office is in an open space, acoustic panels help reduce sound throughout the room. This means you won’t disturb your roommates or neighbors. Below we show which one you need for installation.

To assemble the panels you will need:

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