What are acoustic wall panels?

Acoustic wall panels are interior wall panels designed to reduce echo and sound reflection while enhancing interior aesthetics. They are commonly used in living rooms, bedrooms, media walls, and home offices.

Do acoustic wall panels really reduce echo?

Yes. Acoustic wall panels absorb sound waves rather than allowing them to bounce off hard surfaces, helping to reduce echo and improve overall room acoustics.

Where can acoustic wall panels be used?

Acoustic wall panels are suitable for living rooms, bedrooms, media walls, home offices, dining areas, and commercial interiors where sound control and design are important.

Are acoustic wall panels decorative or functional?

They are both. Acoustic wall panels improve sound quality while also acting as decorative feature walls, available in different finishes to suit modern interiors.

Installation Guide

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1. Acoustic Wall Panels | 2. Outdoor Cladding | 3. Outdoor Decking

Professional Results, Simplified. Churchill Panels are designed for straightforward installation across our entire architectural range. Whether you are creating a modern interior feature wall or a durable outdoor living space, our products are engineered to achieve a premium, seamless finish.

1. Acoustic Wall Panels (Indoor)

Ideal for Media Walls, Bedrooms, and Home Offices.

Preparation

Surface Check: Ensure the wall is clean, dry, and structurally sound before beginning.
Acclimatisation: We recommend allowing panels to sit in the room for at least 24 hours to adjust to local temperature and humidity.

Installation Methods

Adhesive Fixing: For a clean, screw-free finish on smooth surfaces, apply a strong grab adhesive evenly to the back of the PET felt and press firmly against the wall.
Mechanical Fixing: For added security, secure panels by driving screws through the black felt backing directly into the wall or timber battens.

Cutting & Adjustments

Slats: Use a fine-tooth saw for precision trimming of the wood slats.
Felt: The PET felt backing can be easily cut to size using a sharp utility knife.

2. Outdoor Cladding

Premium exterior protection for residential facades and feature walls.

Preparation

Airflow & Drainage: Install a sub-frame of treated timber or aluminium battens at 300mm–400mm intervals. A 20mm cavity is required to allow essential ventilation behind the panels.
Expansion Gaps: WPC materials expand and contract. Always allow a 5mm–8mm gap at all junctions, corners, and window frames.

Installation

Starter Clips: Secure your first row using starter clips to establish a perfectly level base.
Hidden Fasteners: Use our interlocking T-clip system between boards. This allows for natural thermal movement and ensures a clean, screw-free aesthetic.
Alignment: Check every third board with a spirit level to maintain perfect vertical or horizontal alignment.

3. Outdoor Decking

High-performance, anti-slip flooring for gardens and terraces.

Sub-Frame Setup

Joist Spacing: Joists should be spaced no more than 300mm apart to ensure a solid, stable foundation.
Drainage Gradient: Ensure the sub-frame has a slight 1% slope to allow water to run off the boards and prevent pooling.

Installation

Side-Clip System: Use the specialized clips to secure boards to the joists. These clips automatically set the required 5mm drainage gap between boards.
End-to-End Joins: When joining boards end-to-end, use double joists at the meeting point and leave a 3mm gap for expansion.
Finishing: Use color-matched edge trims or bullnose boards to cover exposed joists for a professional finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to treat, paint, or seal the panels? A: No. All Churchill products are pre-finished and UV-stabilized. They do not require staining, painting, or oiling.

Q: Can I install Acoustic Panels in a bathroom? A: Our Outdoor WPC range (Cladding/Decking) is fully waterproof. For Acoustic Panels, we recommend installation in well-ventilated areas and avoiding direct contact with water.

Q: How do I clean the products? A: For Indoor panels, an occasional dusting or vacuuming is sufficient. For Outdoor products, use warm soapy water and a soft-bristled brush.

Q: What is the recommended waste margin? A: We recommend ordering 10% extra to account for cuts, corners, and architectural details.