Description

Shaped Wood Wool Panels available at Gitco-sa.com offer unparalleled design flexibility within the eco-friendly and high-performance Wood Wool acoustic panel category. These cementitious wood-fiber panels go beyond standard forms, allowing you to liven up rooms with unique shapes and create visually striking interiors while effectively reducing echo and reverberation. Transform the aesthetics and acoustics of any space with these versatile wood wool boards.

These acoustic wall and ceiling panels are ideal for any space where good speech privacy or speech intelligibility is desired, with the added benefit of creative design potential.

Applications of Shaped Wood Wool Panels:

• Offices
• Schools
• Meeting Rooms
• Hotels
• Auditoriums
• Recording Studios
• Conference Halls
• Broadcasting Studios

Crafted from a core of wood fiber, Portland cement, and water, these eco-friendly panels offer excellent sound absorption (NRC 0.40 – 0.95, varying with thickness and mounting). They are available in thicknesses of 15mm, 25mm, 35mm, and 50mm, with custom thickness options to suit specific acoustic needs. Standard sizes range from 610 x 610 mm to 610 x 1220 mm, with a significant emphasis on other custom sizes and shapes to bring your design vision to life. Edges are available in Square and Tegular options, with edge finishes including Primed Clear, Primed White, and Painted. Choose from a wide range of standard colours, with custom colour options also available. Installation is designed for a lay-in system using E-400 mounting.

Key Features of Shaped Wood Wool Panels:

• Unleash creative design possibilities with various custom shapes
• High sound absorption performance
• Eco-friendly composition: wood fiber, Portland cement, and water
• Available in various thicknesses and custom sizes
• Wide range of standard and custom colours
• Multiple edge finish options (Primed Clear, Primed White, Painted)
• Fire resistant properties
• Suitable for various interior design concepts
• Durable and long-lasting
• Easy Lay In installation

Understanding Shaped Wood Wool Panels:

1. What are shaped wood wool panels?
   • They are acoustic panels made from compressed wood fibers (wood wool) and a binder, formed into diverse shapes like circles, hexagons, triangles, organic forms, or even custom designs, rather than just squares or rectangles. 
2. How do shaped wood wool panels work acoustically?
   • Like standard wood wool panels, their porous, fibrous structure absorbs sound waves, reducing reverberation, echo, and noise levels within a space, regardless of their shape.
3. What are the primary benefits of using shaped wood wool panels?
   • Excellent sound absorption, unique and visually appealing designs, enhanced design flexibility and creativity, the natural texture of wood wool, good thermal insulation, fire resistance (depending on the binder), and often sustainable material composition.  
4. Where are shaped wood wool panels commonly used?
   • Offices, creative studios, schools, kindergartens, restaurants, cafes, retail spaces, residential interiors, and any environment where both effective acoustics and distinctive aesthetics are desired.  
5. What materials are shaped wood wool panels made from?
   • Typically, they consist of shredded wood fibers (often sustainably sourced) and a binder, most commonly Portland cement, but sometimes other mineral binders.  
6. What kinds of shapes are commonly available for wood wool panels?
   • Common shapes include circles, hexagons, triangles, trapezoids, and various curved or organic forms. Custom shapes based on specific design requirements are also frequently offered. 
7. Do different shapes of wood wool panels offer different acoustic properties?
   • The shape itself has a minimal direct impact on the sound absorption coefficient (NRC). The primary factors determining acoustic performance are the material (wood wool), thickness, and density of the panel. However, the arrangement and spacing of different shapes can influence sound diffusion in a room.
8. Are shaped wood wool panels available in different thicknesses and colors?
   • Yes, similar to standard wood wool panels, shaped versions are available in various thicknesses, affecting their acoustic performance. They can also be left in their natural wood tone or painted in a wide range of colors.  

Selecting and Specifying Shaped Wood Wool Panels:

9. How do I choose the right-shaped wood wool panels for my project?
   • Consider the room’s acoustics, the desired visual style and impact, the specific shapes that complement the design concept, the required NRC, and any budget constraints.
10. How do I determine the number of shaped wood wool panels needed?
    • The calculation depends on the room’s volume, existing absorptive surfaces, and the target reverberation time. Consider the total surface area covered by the shaped panels, regardless of individual shapes.
11. Can shaped wood wool panels be combined with standard square or rectangular panels?
    • Absolutely! Combining different shapes and sizes of wood wool panels can create dynamic and visually interesting acoustic treatments.
12. What are the common mounting methods for shaped wood wool panels?
    • Depending on the shape and size, they can be directly screwed to the wall or ceiling, adhered with construction adhesive, mounted using specialized clips or mounting hardware, or suspended as baffles.  
13. Are there any limitations to the shapes that can be created with wood wool?
    • While wood wool is relatively versatile, very intricate or delicate shapes might be challenging to manufacture and maintain structural integrity. Consult with the Gitco team about specific design possibilities.
14. Can shaped wood wool panels be used to create logos or custom patterns?
    • Yes, with careful planning and often by working with Gitco’s custom fabrication services, shaped wood wool panels can be used to create logos, abstract patterns, or other unique visual elements on walls or ceilings.

Installation and Maintenance:

15. Is the installation of shaped wood wool panels more complex than standard panels?
    • Installation complexity can vary depending on the shape and the desired arrangement. Intricate patterns or non-uniform shapes might require more careful planning and precise installation.
16. Can shaped wood wool panels be cut or modified on-site?
    • Yes, they can be cut using standard woodworking tools, but it’s important to consider how the cut edge will look, especially for non-symmetrical shapes.
17. How do I clean and maintain shaped wood wool panels?
    • Maintenance is similar to standard wood wool panels: regular vacuuming with a soft brush attachment is usually sufficient. Light stains can sometimes be carefully wiped with a slightly damp cloth.

Purchasing and Cost:

18. Where can I buy shaped wood wool panels?
    • Gitco is a specialized acoustic material suppliers and manufacturers that offer custom shaping or a range of non-standard wood wool panel designs.
19. How does the cost of shaped wood wool panels compare to standard panels?
    • Shaped wood wool panels often have a higher cost than standard square or rectangular panels due to the additional manufacturing steps and potential for customization.
20. Can I get custom-shaped wood wool panels designed and manufactured for my specific project?
    • Yes, Gitco offers custom design and fabrication services for shaped wood wool panels. Be prepared to provide detailed specifications and potential CAD drawings of your desired shapes.

Bring your unique design ideas to life with the creative potential of Shaped Wood Wool Boards from Gitco-sa.com. Explore the possibilities of custom shapes, sizes, and colours to create acoustically sound and visually stunning spaces.