When dissecting the terms acoustic plasterboard and acoustic drywall, we come to conclusion that it can mean several things: Plasterboard or drywall as it is often called is commonly used in construction. Quite a lot of ceilings consists of a suspended plasterboard ceiling with mud on the joint lines, sanded smooth and then painted, giving a smooth, seamless, elegant appearance. On the negative side, it does not absorb sound very well, so the sound environment might not be so good, with long reverberation times and poor speech intelligibility, giving a low Speech Transmission Index (STI). As this induces a need

Not if you want to retain the ceiling’s ability to absorb sound. If you want to paint the ceiling, you must use paint that does not block the pores in the ceiling. There are specially developed products for this purpose, e.g. Even Better Acoustical Coating.

You have to ensure that the acoustic ceiling can hold the weight of what you want to hang and that the fixing points can handle the load in question. In addition, as a rule you will use a spacer to create a backstop in the system’s aperture. Contact us and we will be happy to advise you in specific cases.

Acoustic ceilings are generally used to absorb sound energy in order to create a better acoustic environment in the room. There are of course lots of different solutions that absorb sound, e.g. upholstered furniture, screens, wall decorations, carpets, etc. So there are certainly a number of possibilities for avoiding boring acoustic ceiling tiles. However, we would like to come with an alternative comment, as we have created an acoustic ceiling that does not look anything like an acoustic ceiling, where you as a customer should have full control over what the ceiling looks like. Take an extra look at Even

If the building is of historical value and protected, changes in design and selection of materials must be made in consultation with the authorities/organisations concerned. Most brands of seamless acoustic ceilings have very few, if any,  customization options. Fellert Even Better on the other hand, has practically unlimited customization options, which increases the opportunity for finding an approved solution. Often, a physical sample is needed as a reference when developing a customer-specific surface texture. Photos are of course helpful, but are usually not enough. We also recommend that you construct a test installation (Mock-Up) so that you can ensure that

It is very common for seamless acoustic ceilings to be considered when refurbishing existing buildings. Especially in cases where old buildings are to be reused for new purposes, e.g. an old industrial block that is to become an office hotel. So the answer is yes. Seamless acoustic ceilings can be suitably used in new build, conversions and refurbishment.

With recycling, we can only take responsibility for our own products. Usually the materials go to landfill, but if you want to recycle them, you can separate the plaster and board and use the board as short fiber insulation.

The lifetime of a seamless acoustic ceiling is expected to be approximately equal to a regular painted drywall ceiling. It will, however depend to a large extent on the environment in which the ceiling is installed, as well as the requirements for its finish. Most types of seamless acoustic ceilings have a matte, porous surface of acoustic plaster or acoustical coating, simply because it shall be able to lead the sound energy through the surface layer and down to the absorbing core. A matte and porous surface may need some regular maintenance and care to last longer. With regular maintenance,

Yes, that’s true. Studies show that taste sensations change if you are exposed to noise. Just as eating in complete darkness will affect your taste experience. So if you have high ambitions for your cooking, there are good reasons to adjust both lighting and sound in a room.

Once the need for acoustical performance has been determined, and it is generally speaking good to seek advice from an acoustic engineer, it will most of the time shake down to design intent vs cost. As a rule of thumb, the bigger design intent – the larger cost. Once you have rejected the directly inappropriate solutions, there will generally be several different solutions to choose from, so ultimately this will largely be a matter of preference and taste. But there are good reasons to contact the suppliers of the different systems and ask for advice before making the final decision.

The easiest way to achieve access is to install inspection panels in suitable places. Be sure to ensure that the inspection panels are intended for use in seamless acoustic systems, as these will often differ from, for example, those used in drywall ceilings or in suspension grids for acoustic panels.

There are a few different technologies here, but in very general terms, the acoustic ceiling works by converting sound energy into heat. The technology for achieving this varies at different sound frequencies. Few if any sound absorbers are able to absorb sound equally well across the entire audible sound spectrum and it is usually easier to absorb sounds with higher frequencies than with lower frequencies. The best effect is thus achieved by combining different types of absorbents.

Dirt and dust primarily affect the acoustic ceiling in terms of appearance. We have not noticed any noticeable reduction in sound absorption even if the surface is looks dirty and dusty.

Since virtually all seamless acoustic ceilings are built on site, the certification of installers is our way of ensuring that the quality of the ceiling installed is similar to that shown in the images and samples. Certification can be done in slightly different ways, but normally you attend a training course at the supplier’s premises to acquire the necessary knowledge.

Actually, a very big and wide-ranging question that is difficult to answer briefly, but please contact us and we will be happy to provide more extensive advice. First and foremost, start your preparations in good time. You want to have enough time for your chosen installer to carry out a test installation for approval before the actual work begins. In addition to a test installation, it will be important to clarify how all the details should look – flush lighting, vents, sprinklers, etc. or transitions to other surfaces, inspection hatches, etc. Do not take anything for granted, but ensure that

Ceilings generally require very little maintenance as the surface is well protected from mechanical damage. Normally the biggest problems come from dirt and dust circulated by air currents from the ventilation systems. Loose particles such as dust and dirt are most easily removed by vacuuming the surface with a soft nozzle. More stubborn stains can be removed with a special type of stain-removing sponge. As a rule, you cannot wash the surface with detergent or rub off stains and dirt with a cloth or ordinary sponge. The earlier you act, the better the result will usually be. Therefore, expect a

Good access is important in order to achieve a satisfactory end result, while at the same time there are major cost differences between full platforms and the various types of mobile solution. The choice of system will also play a major role here, as total installation times vary greatly. Generally speaking, the more demanding a surface structure you choose, the greater the scaffolding requirements will be. Feel free to contact us for help and advice when choosing scaffolding for your project.