Architectural Acoustic Systems

Architectural acoustic materials must do more than absorb sound.

They must:

  • Control reverberation
  • Improve speech clarity
  • Enhance privacy
  • Integrate with architecture
  • Comply with Saudi Building Code

We supply and install performance-certified architectural acoustic systems in Saudi Arabia, engineered for measurable results.

Wall Acoustic Panel Systems

Used where reverberation control and speech clarity are critical.

Material Composition

  • High-density fiberglass core (40–96 kg/m³)
  • PET acoustic core (recycled polyester option)
  • Mineral wool absorptive core
  • Fabric, vinyl, or perforated facing
  • Optional fire-rated backing

Typical Thickness

  • 25 mm
  • 40 mm
  • 50 mm
  • 75 mm (enhanced low-frequency absorption)

Acoustic Performance

Thickness

NRC Range

Frequency Focus

25 mm

0.65 – 0.80

Mid frequencies

40–50 mm

0.80 – 0.95

Broad spectrum

75 mm

0.95 – 1.00

Extended low-frequency control

Applications

  • Mosques and prayer halls (RT60 control)
    • Conference rooms
    • Schools and lecture halls
    • Hospital consultation rooms
    • Corporate offices
    • Government meeting rooms

 

Acoustic Ceiling Systems

Ceilings play the dominant role in room absorption.

System Types

  • Mineral fiber acoustic tiles
  • Perforated gypsum board with backing
  • Metal perforated ceiling with acoustic infill
  • Timber slat acoustic ceilings
  • Suspended acoustic baffles

Acoustic Performance

System Type

NRC Range

Key Benefit

Mineral Fiber Tile

0.70 – 0.90

General office control

Perforated Gypsum

0.60 – 0.85

Integrated architectural finish

Metal Perforated

0.75 – 0.95

Durable / commercial use

Timber Slat System

0.65 – 0.90

Aesthetic + absorption

Suspended Baffles

0.80 – 1.00

Large volume spaces

Applications

  • Classrooms
  • Hospitals
  • Open-plan offices
  • Atriums
  • Commercial lobbies
  • Religious spaces

Proper installation includes:

  • Void depth coordination
  • Service integration
  • Continuous backing absorption
  • Edge sealing

High-STC Partition Systems

Sound insulation is critical for residential and healthcare projects.

Build-Up Types

  • Double stud gypsum partitions
  • Resilient channel systems
  • Shaft wall acoustic systems
  • Mass loaded vinyl composite partitions
  • Cement board composite systems

Acoustic Performance

Partition Type

STC / Rw Range

Typical Use

Standard Double Gypsum

45–50

Offices

Double Stud Decoupled

55–65

Residential / Healthcare

MLV Composite

50–60

Retrofit upgrades

Shaft Wall System

50–60

Service risers

Key Detailing

  • Deflection head isolation
  • Electrical box backer control
  • Pipe penetration sealing
  • Flanking mitigation

Acoustic Doors & Glazing Systems

Doors and glazing are common weak points in acoustic assemblies.

Door Systems

  • Solid core acoustic doors
  • Steel acoustic doors
  • Timber acoustic doors
  • STC-rated door sets with seals

Performance range:

STC 35 – 55 depending on configuration

Glazing Systems

  • Laminated acoustic glass
  • Double-glazed acoustic units
  • Asymmetric glazing assemblies

Performance range:

Rw 35 – 50 depending on glass thickness and air gap

Critical installation details:

  • Perimeter compression seals
  • Drop-down acoustic seals
  • Threshold isolation
  • Airtight frame sealing

Impact & Floor Isolation Systems

Impact noise control is critical in villas and high-rise towers.

Material Types

  • Rubber crumb underlay
  • Cross-linked foam underlay
  • Mineral fiber impact layers
  • Spring-isolated floating floors
  • Composite resilient mat systems

Performance

System

ΔLw Improvement

Application

Basic Underlay

15–20 dB

Residential apartments

High Density Mat

20–28 dB

Premium residential

Floating Floor (Spring)

30–40 dB

Gyms / Studios

Installation considerations:

  • Edge isolation strips
  • Wall separation gap
  • Screed thickness compatibility
  • Load-bearing validation

Fire & Compliance Integration

All architectural acoustic systems are selected considering:

  • ASTM E84 fire rating
  • EN ISO 13501-1 classification
  • ASTM C612 mineral wool compliance
  • Project-specific fire strategy

Where required, we support:

  • ISO 3382 reverberation testing
  • ISO 16283 airborne and impact testing
  • SBC acoustic compliance documentation

Architectural acoustic systems must balance:

  • Performance
  • Aesthetics
  • Durability
  • Compliance

Material selection without engineering coordination leads to failure.

Performance-driven specification ensures predictable results across Saudi projects.