In the hospitality business, every aspect of your guests’ comfort determines your success. That’s why you need to consider how acoustics impact your guests’ experiences and explore your options for acoustical ceilings in your hotel.
How Acoustic Ceiling Panels Help
Acoustic ceiling panels are the single best way to ensure that sound doesn’t transmit to places where you don’t want it. Whether it’s keeping noise from moving between rooms or dampening echoes in a large space, acoustical ceiling tiles are installed to control noise. Acoustic tiles are made from a variety of materials, like wood, metal, and PVC, and are designed to absorb sound waves. Traditional ceiling materials have some absorptive properties, but they don’t do nearly enough to keep sounds like voices or activity from spreading. The materials used in acoustic ceilings are configured to be porous, meaning they absorb and diffuse sound waves. When you choose to install an acoustic ceiling with Ozburn-Hessey, we review the products that we have available for your specific needs. Acoustical ceiling contractors are used to working with the somewhat complex rating system these tiles sometimes have, so we can help you make sense of what you’re looking for. Each product that we handle is tested by the manufacturers and given a score on how much sound it absorbs, which is called the noise reduction coefficient or NRC. Acoustic tiles designed for sound absorption usually start at .70 NRC and go up from there, depending on your needs. NRC is calculated based on the transmission of speech, making it ideal for determining what you need. Now that you have a firmer understanding of how acoustic ceiling panels work, let’s talk about all their benefits in a hotel or other hospitality setting.
Why You Need Acoustical Ceilings in Your Hotel
The hospitality industry is a massive, encompassing sector that sees a great deal of competition. If you’re looking to achieve the highest level of customer satisfaction, you need to be looking into acoustic ceiling tiles. Guest privacy is of the utmost importance in hotels, and that need extends far beyond individual rooms. If your hospitality venue has meeting rooms, convention floors, or other places where individuals are frequently having conversations, you need to ensure they can feel comfortable in your space. Acoustical ceiling installation in places where your clients and guests expect privacy is the best way to ensure you get great reviews and repeat customers
If you have a somewhat negative idea about the aesthetics of acoustic ceilings, you’re not wrong. Many associate the drab drop ceilings of offices as bland and devoid of much flair, and that’s fair. Fortunately, acoustic panels come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and designs to give your space a unique look while remaining highly functional. At Ozburn-Hessey, we work with a number of acoustic ceiling producers who value both form and function, meaning we’re able to provide you with stylish options for any interior design. Acoustic panels do cost more than traditional ceilings, but their positive impact on your business far outweighs the initial cost. With proper maintenance and cleaning, your acoustical ceilings can last for years and provide your customers with quiet and privacy.
Embrace a Quieter Guest Experience
Ready to explore your options for full acoustic ceilings or acoustic panel installations for your hotel? Ozburn-Hessey has been serving Nashville for decades by installing flooring and acoustic ceilings, and we’re ready to help you with a free consultation and estimate.
