Premium Architectural Acoustic Finishes
Leather, Suede & Specialist Architectural Finishes
Ace Acoustics (UK) engineers bespoke acoustic wall treatments finished in leather, suede and other specialist architectural surfaces for premium, design-led interiors. The selected facing is incorporated into a project-specific acoustic wall system, with the acoustic build-up considered in relation to the characteristics of the chosen finish.
These specialist finishes are offered as an alternative to conventional acoustic textiles where the project calls for a premium architectural surface, incorporated into a project-specific acoustic wall system.
Specialist Finish Options
Premium Architectural Facings for Acoustic Wall Systems
Leather, suede and engineered architectural finishes can be incorporated into bespoke acoustic wall treatments where the interior design requires a distinctive premium surface. The acoustic behaviour of each facing differs, so the material and acoustic build-up are considered together as part of the complete specified system.
Natural Leather
Natural leather provides a premium architectural finish for suitable bespoke acoustic wall applications. Natural leather is not acoustically transparent, so the standard absorber classifications associated with conventional acoustically transparent fabric-faced Whisper Walls® systems must not automatically be applied.
Natural Suede
Natural suede provides a softer tactile architectural surface for suitable specialist applications. Natural suede is not acoustically transparent, so acoustic performance is considered against the complete system build-up rather than assumed from the absorber alone.
Engineered Leather
Engineered leather options can be considered where the project requires a leather-type architectural finish. Acoustic suitability depends on the construction and characteristics of the particular material specified.
Engineered Suede
Suitable engineered suede can provide a suede-type architectural finish with an acoustically transparent construction, allowing sound energy to pass through the facing to the acoustic absorber behind. Engineered suede used for this purpose is typically polyester-based.
Perforated Leather Acoustic Finishes
Where a leather finish is required together with greater acoustic openness, perforated leather can be considered. The perforations allow sound energy to pass through the facing towards the acoustic absorber behind.
Acoustic performance depends on the perforation pattern, percentage open area and complete panel construction. For this reason, perforated leather systems are considered on a project-specific basis rather than assigned the standard absorber class of an equivalent conventional fabric-faced system.
System Integration
Specialist Finishes Integrated with Bespoke Acoustic Wall Systems
The facing material and acoustic construction are developed together. The selected leather, suede or engineered finish must be suitable for the intended panel configuration, architectural detailing and acoustic requirement of the project.
Site-fabricated construction allows the treatment to be coordinated around room dimensions, junctions and architectural features while maintaining the specified premium finish.
Material & Architectural Design Options
Acoustic Performance
Performance Depends on the Selected Facing
Leather, suede and engineered architectural facings do not all behave acoustically in the same way. Natural leather and natural suede are not acoustically transparent. Suitable engineered suede can provide an acoustically transparent facing, while perforated leather can allow sound energy to pass through according to its perforation pattern and open area.
For this reason, the standard absorber classifications associated with conventional acoustically transparent Whisper Walls® fabric facings should not automatically be applied to leather, suede or other specialist-facing configurations. Acoustic performance is considered against the complete specified construction.
Where an acoustic consultant has established a minimum absorption requirement, the proposed facing, acoustic build-up and extent of treatment can be reviewed against the stated project criteria. Relevant technical information can be provided during specification.
Fire Performance
Fire Performance Selected to Suit the Specification
Fire-performance requirements are considered against the complete specified configuration, including the selected facing material. Where a particular Euroclass requirement applies, an appropriate material and tested configuration can be selected and relevant classification information provided during specification.
Specialist Architectural Finishes Across Design-Led Interiors
Commercial, Office & Financial
Boardrooms, executive areas, reception spaces and other premium commercial interiors.
Hospitality & Dining
Hotels, restaurants, lounges and other design-led hospitality interiors.
Theatre, Performing Arts & Places of Worship
Specialist interiors where acoustic treatment forms part of the architectural material scheme.
Residential & Home Cinema
Home cinemas, media rooms and other premium residential interiors.
Marine
Specialist marine interiors where project-specific acoustic and finish requirements apply.
Discuss Your Specialist Acoustic Finish Requirements
Tell us about the proposed finish, approximate dimensions, acoustic requirements and architectural design intent. Ace Acoustics can advise on a suitable acoustic system and specialist facing configuration for the project.