Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers about choosing acoustic panels, reducing room echo, planning quantities, and installing Lubad products.
What types of acoustic panels does Lubad offer?
Lubad offers felt acoustic panels, wood-slat panels, fabric acoustic systems, and decorative acoustic wall art. Explore the collections to compare materials, colours, dimensions, and designs for your home, office, or commercial interior in Kuwait.
Will acoustic panels stop noise from my neighbours or the street?
Acoustic panels mainly absorb sound reflections inside a room, helping reduce echo. They do not, on their own, soundproof walls or windows or reliably block noise from neighbours and traffic. External noise may require treatment of walls, doors, windows and gaps where sound enters.
Lubad also offers Mass Loaded Vinyl (MLV), a dense, flexible sound barrier used within soundproofing systems to help reduce sound transmission. Its effectiveness depends on the complete construction, installation and other paths through which noise can travel. Contact us to discuss a suitable approach for your space.
Can acoustic panels help with echo during video calls or meetings?
Acoustic panels can help reduce room echo, which may make conversations and microphone recordings clearer. Results depend on the room’s surfaces, panel placement, and amount of treatment. They will not correct microphone faults, poor internet connections, or every source of background noise.
How many acoustic panels do I need?
First, decide whether you want to cover a wall for its appearance or treat a room’s echo. For wall coverage, divide the wall area by the selected panel’s coverage and round up. Allow separately for cuts and layout. Acoustic treatment also depends on the room’s purpose, surfaces, and installation.
For example, a rectangular panel measuring 240 × 60 cm covers 1.44 m². A 3 × 3 m wall therefore needs at least seven of these panels by area, before considering the installation layout.
Do I need to cover every wall with acoustic panels?
No. Covering every wall with sound-absorbing panels is generally not recommended for everyday living and working spaces, a room needs some natural liveness to feel comfortable. The aim is to control excess echo without making the space sound overly dead.
An acoustic calculation estimates the panel quantity needed based on the room’s dimensions, use, existing furnishings and the panels’ absorption performance. Placement should balance effective sound absorption with the appearance of your interior. Use our acoustic panel calculator for an initial estimate.
Where should I place acoustic panels?
Placement should address the surfaces reflecting sound into the areas where people listen, speak, or record. In speaker-based rooms, first-reflection points are often important. For meeting rooms and other shared spaces, consider the seating arrangement and reflective surfaces rather than placing panels only where they look convenient.
Can I install acoustic panels behind my television?
Yes. Acoustic panels behind a TV can reduce sound reflections from that wall, helping improve the clarity of TV and media audio for a more comfortable viewing experience. The benefit depends on your speakers, panel coverage and room layout.
However, treatment behind the TV alone will not resolve strong room echo and may not be the most effective starting point for that problem. Placement should address the reflective surfaces contributing to the problem, including those around seating and areas where people talk. Keep the TV’s ventilation openings and required clearances unobstructed.
What are Lubad’s wood-slat panels made from?
The Acoustic Slat Wood Panels listing specifies MDF boards with natural wood veneer. Check the selected product’s specifications for its dimensions and finish. A wood-slat panel and a felt panel have different constructions, so compare their installation requirements and acoustic information before ordering.
How are acoustic panels installed?
Installation depends on the product, its weight, the mounting surface, and whether it is being fitted to a wall or ceiling. Check the specific installation instructions and confirm which adhesives, fixings, or mounting components are required. Do not assume that one mounting method is suitable for every panel.
Can I use acoustic panels in a rented property?
Check your landlord’s permission and the condition of the mounting surface before installing panels. Adhesives and fixings may leave marks or damage paint during removal. If drilling or permanent mounting is not allowed, contact Lubad to discuss whether a suitable alternative is available for your project.
Can wall panels also be installed on a ceiling?
Only use a product on a ceiling when that application and its mounting method have been confirmed. Ceiling installation has different fixing requirements from wall installation. Check the product’s suitability, supporting surface, and installation instructions before purchasing.
How do I clean and maintain acoustic panels?
Regular gentle vacuuming with a soft brush attachment is the main cleaning method for Lubad felt panels. If needed, wipe gently with a soft cloth lightly dampened with plain water. Avoid soaking the material or rubbing hard, as friction can pull fibres out of the felt.
Our wood-veneer panels have a natural veneer surface. Remove dust gently and, when needed, wipe with a soft cloth lightly dampened with plain water, then dry gently. Use a light touch to avoid scratches, and avoid abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals and excess moisture.
Can Lubad provide custom colours, dimensions, or commercial project solutions?
Lubad’s business services include custom acoustic design and options for project-specific colours and dimensions. Contact the business team to discuss your requirements. Available materials, sizes, installation scope, pricing, and lead times should be confirmed for your individual project.
What information should I provide when asking for help choosing panels?
Please share the room’s length, width and height, how the space is used, and the sound problem you want to address. Photos or a floor plan, your preferred colours and finishes, and the approximate area you want to treat will also help.
Let us know whether your priority is decorative wall coverage, reducing room echo or limiting sound travelling between spaces. For custom or commercial projects, include your company name, project location, approximate quantities and required timeline. Send your details through our Contact Us page.
Why choose felt acoustic panels?
Felt acoustic panels combine decorative design with sound absorption to help reduce echo and reflected sound inside a room. Available in different shapes and colours, they can complement your interior while making conversations and everyday activities more comfortable. Results depend on the product, panel coverage and placement. Acoustic panels alone do not soundproof a room.
Are acoustic panels suitable for homes and offices?
Yes. Acoustic panels can help reduce echo in living rooms, home offices, meeting rooms and shared workspaces. They are particularly useful where bare walls, glass and other hard surfaces cause sound to reflect, making conversations or calls less clear.
Choose the panel material, coverage and placement according to the room’s purpose and installation requirements. Lubad’s decorative acoustic panels are intended for suitable wall applications, or approved ceiling installations, not for use as flooring.
Can acoustic panels be removed and reused?
Some acoustic panels can be relocated and reused, depending on their mounting system and condition. Panels installed with removable mechanical fixings may be easier to relocate than those bonded with adhesive. Removal can damage the panel, paint or wall surface, so reuse cannot always be guaranteed. If you plan to move your panels later, confirm a suitable installation method before fitting them.
