Acoustic Tiles

Acoustic tiles are mainly used to maximize the quality of sound produced in the area where the tile is installed. They are also believed to decrease unwanted sound transmission coming from outside. Most, if not all acoustical tiles make the surface softer which tends to deaden the echo and noise that a hard surface would produce. They are supposed to eliminate exterior noise such as traffic or your neighbor’s loud music. These tiles are highly recommended for schools and offices where people are trying to concentrate, they won’t be distracted either by the sound of others in adjacent rooms.

You can see acoustical tile installed in large public areas such as theaters, concert halls and churches. It effectively makes the nuances of the auditory experience more pleasing to the ears. It has gained popularity over the years for residential settings as well as it enhances the at-home media experience. You can install acoustic wall tile in your basement to reduce the echo and other vibrating sounds. Acoustic tiles have come a long way. Forget about boring white walls and ceilings because today’s tiles come in patterns designed to resemble stone, stucco and fabric.

-Cutting Acoustic Tile

Cutting should be easy because these tiles are soft, light and easy to break. You have to be extra careful thought because they can tear as you’re cutting them. The best technique that you can ever implement is to use perfectly sharp blades in your razor knife or very sharp fine-toothed drywall saw for curved cuts.

Your first step is to measure the cut and mark it on the face of the tile. Use a pencil and straightedge. Be careful in pressing the pencil so deeply because it might leave a dent to the surface of the tile. As I mentioned earlier, the tile are a little bit fray. Next step will be to set the tile face up, use a piece of cardboard or plywood. Use your fine-toothed drywall saw to make curved or angle cuts. Again, do this lightly and take your time.

-Installing Acoustic Ceiling Tiles

Measure the ceiling and then mark off 3 feet from the center line (on line of the lines) and 4 feet on the adjacent line. Connect these points and make sure that the connection line measures 5 feet to be exact. Don’t forget to scrape away any loose paint and fill in holes with ceiling spackle, sand until smooth. Don’t apply a dab of adhesive larger than a sizable nut onto the corners and directly on the center of the tile. Go ahead and position the tile along the guide line located on the edge of the ceiling. Make sure you get it exactly right before pressing it into place.

Now work your way towards the center line you drew on the ceiling, install one row of tile at a time. Complete each succeeding row until half the ceiling is completed. At this point, start again from a corner in the half of the room. Install all complete tiles.

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