Room acoustics guide

Understand the problem. Make better decisions.

Clear guidance on reverberation, speech intelligibility, noise, sound insulation and suitable measures for different types of rooms.

  • Clear language
  • Room-specific
  • From problem to next step
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Where should I start?

Start with your room — not with a product.

The same symptom can have different causes. The guides help you distinguish common acoustic issues before choosing a solution.

01

Too much reverberation

Voices and noises remain in the room and overlap.

02

Poor intelligibility

Conversations become tiring even at short distances.

03

Noise transmission

Sound reaches neighbouring rooms or the outside — a different task from room acoustics.

04

Unbalanced sound

Music lacks clarity, balance or reliable low-frequency response.

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Knowledge for specific rooms and situations.

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Rehearsal room too loud? What music clubs need to know about insulation, soundproofing, and room acoustics.

The rehearsal room is too loud – but does it need to be insulated, soundproofed, or acoustically treated? This guide explains the terms clearly and shows when sound insulation is...

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Room Acoustics in Canteens, Staff Restaurants, and Dining Halls

Too loud in the canteen, cafeteria, or dining hall? Find out how room acoustics, acoustic measurement, wall absorbers, and acoustic ceilings can help to sustainably reduce noise and reverberation.

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Room acoustics in restaurants: What helps against noise and reverberation

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Room acoustics in restaurants: What helps against noise and reverberation

Why do restaurants get so loud – and what really helps against reverberation? This guide explains causes, DIN 18041, suitable sound absorbers, and how to plan effective acoustic optimization.

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When the room plays too loudly: Why room acoustics in daycare centers change everyday life

Nursery noise often comes not only from lively children, but also from rooms that amplify sounds. Hard surfaces, reverberation, and a lack of absorption can make speech less clear and...

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