Acoustic foam
Acoustic foam is a type of foam used for acoustic treatment. It makes sound waves in the air weaker, thereby reducing their amplitude. It is used to reduce or control noise.[1] Acoustic foams are typically softer and more lightweight than their sound blocking foams. The open and flexible cell structure of acoustic foam acts as a natural soundwave absorber and prevents noises from reverberating off hard surfaces like walls, floors and ceilings. It does this by converting existing sound energy to heat and reducing the ability of soundwaves to bounce back into the room. Depending on how it's used, this type of foam can also enhance the acoustics within a room. Sound absorbing foam cut into pyramid or wedge shapes can be used to manipulate vibrations in a way that improves sound quality.[2]
Acoustic foam can be attached to walls, ceilings, doors, and other places in a room to control noise levels, vibration, and echoes.[3]
Many acoustic foam products are treated with dyes and/or fire retardants.[4]
Acoustic Foam Media
A close-up image of acoustic foam.
References
- ↑ "Acoustical Foam | Sound Absorbers | Studio Foam". www.universalpowerconversion.com. Archived from the original on 2021-04-11. Retrieved 2020-10-23.
- ↑ "Sound Absorbent Panels Specialists | Sound Absorbing Panel Installers". Sound Absorbent Panels. Archived from the original on 2020-11-08. Retrieved 2020-10-31.
- ↑ "Effects of egg crate foam as acoustics panel". pfa. Archived from the original on 2019-04-14.
- ↑ "Fire Testing Data | Auralex Acoustics". auralex.com. Archived from the original on 2021-10-21. Retrieved 2020-10-23.
