Acoustic screens and noise reducing room dividers

What We Do

Panelscreens offers a wide range of acoustic office screens, acoustic office panels, acoustic room dividers, and acoustic office partitions.

We have a selection of economy and mid-range acoustic partitions, including standard flat floor-standing acoustic partition screens, curved acoustic partition screens, and shaped-top acoustic partition screens which are available with a straight or waved top.

The economy range is customisable. You can choose a top, half, or full-sized panel to create a stylish yet functional acoustic office screen solution.

What are acoustic office screens? 

Acoustic office screens are sound-absorbing barriers that absorb and dissipate sound energy. 

Panelscreens-manufactured acoustic screens are made from porous materials that contain thousands of air pockets. When sound waves hit these screens, they are absorbed. As the waves travel through the network of minuscule air pockets, the porous material vibrates. Here, the sound energy transforms into thermal energy, producing a small amount of heat. 

By the time a sound wave has travelled through one of our acoustic screens, it has less energy. The screen has absorbed a portion of the sound energy, effectively dampening background noise in your office. 

Sound-absorbing office panels are designed to reduce noise but are not fully soundproof. We specialise in noise-reducing furnishings, not soundproof panels. 

UK fire ratings

When we talk about fire ratings, we’re referring to the fabric our furnishings are upholstered in. 

For instance, Edge screens are upholstered in Mac 182 fabric from the Macflex range. The fire certificate shows that this fabric has undergone BS 5867-2: 2008 Type B testing, making it suitable for use in offices, schools, theatres, and more. 

Muffle and Hush screens are upholstered in Blazer fabric, which has undergone several fire safety tests and is suitable for use in offices. 

Acoustic vs. soundproof

By definition, the term ‘acoustic’ refers to the qualities of a room or space that determine how sound is transmitted within it. 

When we talk about acoustic office screens, we are referring to panels specifically designed to absorb and reduce sound energy. They can be installed on walls to absorb reverberations or placed in open-plan spaces to absorb ambient sound. 

The goal is to create a smoother soundscape by reducing and lessening the impact of unwanted sound, such as background chatter, applause, meetings or other distractions. 

Soundproofing is slightly different. It is the process of stopping sound from entering or leaving a room, which might be necessary for home offices, cinemas and spaces where music lessons are held. 

In most cases, offices do not require soundproofing. Instead, they need internal solutions that stop sound from travelling within confined spaces. 

Benefits of acoustic office screens

Office acoustic dividers come with several benefits, most importantly, increased personal wellbeing that many office workers experience as a result of: 

• Noise reduction: Acoustic screens absorb and dissipate sound waves, reducing distractions in the office. 
• Increased privacy: Employees can speak freely when acoustic panels are nearby — their conversations won’t escape the meeting space. 
• Flexible room division: Noise-reducing office screens have a dual purpose: they absorb and dampen sound, and they allow enterprising office managers to create unique spaces, even in large open-plan offices. 

Panelscreens’ exclusive ranges

Panelscreens is home to the UK’s best acoustic screen manufacturers, including three exclusive ranges. From fabric to filling, Panelscreens-manufactured acoustic office screens are designed to deliver effective sound absorption.

Edge range 

A premium range that includes acoustic desk screens, slide-on screens and freestanding acoustic partitions. Edge acoustic floor screens, desk screens, and baffles can be customised to suit your needs. 

Best sellers: 

• Edge 38 Desk Screen
• Edge 38 Push On 
• Edge 38 Floor Screen
• Edge 58 Pinnable Desk Screen
• Edge 58 Pinnable Floor Screen  

Hush range 

High-performance acoustic desk screens that create movable privacy booths. Hush 70 acoustic screens are a premium option ideal for offices and open-plan spaces with high footfall, and Hush 50 desk screens offer excellent noise-reduction at an affordable price point. 

Best sellers: 

• Hush 70 Desk Screen
• Hush 50 Desk Screen

Muffle range

This premium collection includes acoustic floor screens, desk-mounted panels and wall-mounted tiles that soften even the harshest soundscapes. 

Best sellers: 

• Muffle 70 Floor Screen
• Muffle 70 Desk Screen
• Muffle Wall Tile 

Flite 28

An affordable and effective option for those who want all the benefits of acoustic furnishings at a lower price point. 

Best sellers: 

• Flite Express 28 Desk Screen

Types of acoustic screens we offer 

There is an acoustic office screen to suit every space. 

Freestanding acoustic screens offer all the same noise-reducing qualities as their desk-mounted and wall-mounted counterparts. The unique benefit of purchasing a freestanding screen is the versatility. In as little as a few minutes, employees can create modular spaces that serve as productivity pods for individuals or temporary meeting rooms.

Acoustic panels and baffles are designed to combat echoes and reverberations on walls and ceilings. Harsh ambient sound has the power to disrupt deadlines and create an unpleasant working environment. But when unwanted sound waves hit acoustic wall panels, they are absorbed and dissipated, instantly softening your soundscape. 

Acoustic desk screens offer a more personal approach to sound management. Libraries, offices and community centres are open-plan: good for engagement, but bad for focus and productivity. Installing sound-dampening screens on each desk creates private spaces, lessening ambient noise and boosting productivity. 

Best uses in modern workspaces 

Many modern workspaces use acoustic office screens for: 

• Open-plan offices: Reduce the impact of abrasive background noise to create a more welcoming, productive workspace.
• Meeting rooms: Eliminate unwanted noises in meeting rooms with plush acoustic furnishings that absorb and dissipate sound waves. 
• Collaborative zones: Encourage collaboration by creating softer soundscapes in shared spaces. 
• Reception areas: Keep your stylish, sleek reception area free from frustrating echoes with wall-hung baffles. 
• Study or quiet focus areas: Create individual spaces for focus with a range of acoustic furnishings.  

Freestanding vs. desk screens vs. panel screens 

Why choose Panelscreens?

Any company can deliver a sound-absorbing panel, but few can offer the same high level of quality control, customer satisfaction, and customisation as Panelscreens. When you purchase our acoustic screens, you are investing in a streamlined, satisfying experience. 

Customer reviews 

Ally B - verified purchaser 

We are really happy with these screens! They look great and have really made a difference. The guys were really knowledgeable about the screens, too. Thank you!

Russel D - verified purchaser

Perfect, looks great, arrived very quickly. Very happy with it. I ordered this as I am working from home, so I needed to split my lounge into 2 spaces. Office space and TV lounge space - looks really neat.

Chris G - verified purchaser

Excellent, quality product combined with the best customer service: we had a query about how to fix a central screen divide and got a personal call with a detailed explanation within minutes of emailing. That’s service. Thanks, team.

You can read more customer reviews on our website.  

Delivery

Delivery is free on all Panelscreens acoustic furnishings, except for next-day DAMS screens. 

We do not accept returns.