Why Are Restaurants So Noisy? How to Fix It

Noise is one of the top complaints from diners in the UK. When restaurants are too loud, it drives customers away and leads to negative reviews. But why do restaurants get so noisy, and what can you do about it? Common Causes of Restaurant Noise Hard surfaces: Bare walls, floors,...

Why Square Acoustic Tiles Aren't Always Enough for Office Corners

Office spaces can get noisy. With plenty of hard surfaces, sound tends to bounce around and create echoes. Acoustic tiles are a good place to start for improving sound clarity, especially across flat surfaces like walls and ceilings. But sound doesn’t behave the same way in every part of the room. Corners are a different story.

Guide to Choosing the Right Acoustic Foam Panels for Studio Setups

Good sound makes a big difference in how a studio feels and works. Whether you're recording voice, music, or podcasts, echo and background noise can get in the way. That's where acoustic foam panels help. They soften hard reflections in the room so the sound is clearer and cleaner. No...

The Advanced Acoustics Difference: 20 Years of British Manufacturing Excellence

Discover what sets Advanced Acoustics apart: 20 years of UK manufacturing, recycled materials in 5+ product lines, and the trust of clients like BBC, McLaren F1, and Pinewood Studios.

Office Acoustic Regulations and Fire Safety: What You Need to Know

When you’re installing acoustic panels in an office, it’s not just about how they look and how well they absorb sound. You also need to be confident they meet the relevant fire safety requirements and are suitable for commercial use. In this article we’ll explain why fire ratings matter, what...

Simple Ways to Boost Privacy in Offices Using Ceiling Panels

It doesn't take much for sound to travel farther than it should in an office. Conversations meant to stay between two people often end up reaching the next desk or even across the room. When walls are low and the layout is open, keeping things quiet and private becomes difficult....

Best Acoustic Panel Options for Modern Office Design (UK Guide)

Acoustic panels don’t have to look like grey slabs stuck on the wall. With the right design, they can become a feature of your office – adding colour, texture and interest while quietly improving the acoustics. In this guide we’ll look at the best acoustic panel options for modern UK...

What Causes Poor Sound Absorption in Ceiling Mounted Office Panels?

Office design often focuses on what’s at eye level but forgets one spot that can carry a lot of noise: the ceiling. We’ve worked with many people looking to cut back on distractions in shared spaces, and ceiling-mounted office acoustic panels seem like an easy fix. They’re meant to soak...