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Improving the acoustics in your hallway

Do voices and the sound of the door keep ringing on in your hallway? Explore solutions for free walls and ceilings, even if you have little space.

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Improving the acoustics in your hallway
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Solutions for your hallway

Look for a free wall that does not get in the way of doors, coat hooks and the walking route.

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Understand the echo

Why does a hallway echo so easily?

A hallway often has a hard floor, smooth walls and little furniture. Sound from doors, voices and footsteps is therefore barely dampened.

  • Less distracting echo and fewer harsh reflections
  • Clearer voices and a more comfortable room
  • Better acoustics without compromising your interior
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Open wall

Use a large open wall to absorb reflections while keeping the room visually calm.

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Ceiling

The ceiling is a practical option when wall space is limited or you prefer a discreet solution.

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Near the sound source

Place absorption close to where voices, play or appliances create the most sound.

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Frequently asked questions about acoustics in your hallway

How much acoustic material do I need?

That depends on the room size, its furnishings and the amount of hard surface. Start with the largest open reflective area and ask for advice if you are unsure.

Where should I place acoustic panels?

Choose an open wall or ceiling area near the main sound source. The best position depends on the layout and how you use the room.

Can I compare PET felt colours at home first?

Yes. Samples let you compare colours and textures in your own interior, in both daylight and evening light.

Assessing echo in the hallway and stairwell

Including a high or connected space

In a hallway, tiles, doors and bare walls bounce sound back. An open stairwell can connect the hallway to several floors. Pass on that height and those connections when you discuss the problem. The floor size of the ground-floor hallway alone then says little about the whole space.

Choosing free mounting spots

A narrow hallway needs attention to doors, coats, radiators and the walking route. Wall panels or an arched Wall Arch can make use of a free wall. A ceiling island needs a suitable suspension and enough free height. Choose the product surface and the mounting spot together, without obstructing the passage.

Recording your situation for advice

Take photos from the front door and by the stairwell and measure the free wall and ceiling surfaces. Also note where the sound originates and where it keeps ringing on. Look at felt panels for the product constructions and discuss a high or hard-to-reach spot via contact.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to include the whole stairwell if the hallway echoes?

With an open connection, height and adjoining floors are relevant. Pass on the overall situation and do not automatically treat the stairwell as a closed, small hallway.

Can panels remove the sound of footsteps on the stairs?

They can absorb reflected sound in the space. They do not change the stair construction or the transmission of impact sound. The source and the reverberation need a separate assessment.

What matters in a narrow hallway?

Keep door movements, walking space and everyday use areas free. Compare the thickness and fixing of a panel with the space that is actually available.

Can I put up a panel high in the stairwell myself?

Agree accessibility, substrate and fixing in advance. A product that suits an ordinary wall needs a suitable installation plan in a high or hard-to-reach spot.