Open-plan living, hard surface finishes, and minimalist interiors continue to dominate both residential and commercial design across New Zealand. While visually effective, these spaces often introduce excessive reverberation, reducing speech clarity and overall comfort.
Acoustic performance is no longer an afterthought; it is a core component of interior specification.

A balanced solution: performance and aesthetics

FibroTech Premium Acoustic Panels offer a practical way to integrate sound absorption into interior spaces without compromising architectural intent.

Each panel combines:

• A timber slat (wood) face for a refined architectural finish
• A recycled polyester acoustic backing designed to absorb sound energy
• A modular system suitable for both walls and ceilings

This dual-layer construction reduces reverberation by absorbing mid-to-high frequency sound, improving acoustic comfort in occupied spaces.

Designed for real-world applications

FibroTech panels are suited to a wide range of environments where both appearance and performance matter:

• Residential: Living rooms, hallways, media rooms, and bedrooms
• Commercial: Offices, meeting rooms, hospitality venues, and reception areas
• Education and public spaces: Areas where speech intelligibility is critical

The system allows designers to introduce acoustic control exactly where it is needed, rather than relying on full-surface treatments.

Simple installation, consistent results

Panels are manufactured in large-format sizes (up to 3000mm lengths), enabling efficient installation with fewer joins and a clean, continuous finish.

They can be:

• Installed over existing substrates
• Used as feature elements or full wall/ceiling linings

This flexibility supports both retrofit and new build applications.

Supporting compliance and performance expectations

FibroTech panels are designed to meet key interior lining requirements, including:

• Fire performance: Up to Group 2 classification for interior applications
• Acoustic performance: Superior acoustic absorption (NRC ~0.80)

This makes them suitable for projects where both compliance and occupant comfort must be addressed.

A considered approach to interior environments

As expectations around indoor environmental quality continue to rise, integrating acoustic performance into interior design is becoming essential.

FibroTech panels provide a straightforward way to enhance comfort, improve usability of spaces, and maintain a high-quality architectural finish — all within a single system.

For more information, visit FibroTech's new website, www.fibrotech.co.nz