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Common acoustic mistakes in workshops

The errors we see most often in workshops, and how to avoid them.

2 minute read · Updated Nov 2026

Most disappointing results in workshops come from a few predictable mistakes.

  1. Expecting panels to lower the noise right next to a machine
  2. Soft faces where forklifts pass
  3. Buying by the panel instead of by the absorption the room needs.
  4. Confusing absorption with soundproofing.

Avoid all of these by starting with the panel count and the placement guide.