Schools

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Applications
Classrooms, auditoriums, gymnasiums, music and media rooms, computer labs, libraries, cafeterias and chapels.

Acoustic Challenges

Poor classroom acoustics can negatively affect children’s learning, especially children with learning disabilities or those learning in a second language.
The hard wall and floor surfaces typical in classrooms, gymnasiums and other student spaces cause echo and long reverberation times, decreasing speech intelligibility.
A 2007 study by Canadian Language and Literacy Research Network revealed: “one in six words is not understood by the average Grade 1 student due to excessive background noise and poor acoustics in Canadian classrooms”.

Solutions and Implementation
Choose Forward Acoustics absorptive wall panels or ceiling system.

Reduce reverberation time, echo and primary reflections, increasing the intelligibility of speech and clarity of sound and music.
Impact resistant, sturdy and lightweight.
Choose from hundreds colours and fabric styles.
Custom screen printing available – your image or logo.
Standard and custom sizes available.
Easy to maintain with simple brushing.
Panels are available in any size.
Easy mounting to walls and ceilings, no glue or harmful chemicals.
Tackable panels available.
Ceiling system sized to fit into standard 2’x2′ or 2’x4′ drop ceilings.

Acoustic Elements

Aim for 30% – 50% of total surface area of walls and ceiling.
Place panels on the back wall opposite the instructor for optimal effect.
Use L-brackets for easy, durable mounting, and no messy glue or damage to walls or ceilings.

Standard Sizes – Custom Sizes also available