Timber Fin & Slatted Acoustic Panels

100mm wide timber slatted acoustic panels integrated on Whisper Walls® acoustic wall system in a commercial and leisure environment

Timber Fin & Slatted Acoustic Panels form a premium architectural acoustic solution within the Ace Acoustics (UK) portfolio, combining high acoustic performance with natural materials and refined visual detailing.

Delivered through the Whisper Walls® Acoustic Zone, these systems allow timber fins or slatted panels to be integrated into engineered acoustic wall build-ups, creating feature walls that meet both aesthetic and acoustic requirements for the construction sector.

Engineered Acoustic Integration – Whisper Walls® Acoustic Zone

The Whisper Walls® Acoustic Zone can be designed to incorporate finished timber fin or slatted panel installations, offering a sophisticated acoustic solution for architectural interiors.

While Ace Acoustics does not supply or install the hardwood timber components, the Whisper Walls® framework — of any shape or configuration — is fully engineered to receive and accommodate timber fin or slat systems supplied by others.

This approach provides architects and designers with maximum flexibility in material selection, while retaining full acoustic control and system reliability.

Timber slatted acoustic panels installed to a curved Whisper Walls® surface in a lecture theatre environment

Acoustic Performance Behind Timber Fin & Slatted Systems

Behind the timber fins or slats, Ace Acoustics provides a high-performance acoustic backing system designed to control reverberation without visually dominating the space.

Key performance features include:

Engineered acoustic absorption concealed behind timber elements
Predictable reverberation control across speech-critical frequency ranges
Compatibility with large wall elevations and feature zones
Integration within wider Acoustic Wall Systems

This ensures the timber installation functions as both a visual feature and an effective acoustic solution.

200mm deep timber fins integrated with Whisper Walls® acoustic panels in a lecture theatre to control reverberation and improve speech clarity

200mm deep timber fins integrated with Whisper Walls® acoustic panels at Lecture Theatre, University of Sussex, Brighton

Architectural & Design Flexibility

Timber fin and slatted acoustic panels are frequently specified where visual warmth, rhythm, and material authenticity are required.

Typical design benefits include:

Natural materials enhancing architectural character
Vertical or horizontal fin and slat layouts
Integration with curved, angled, or feature wall forms
Seamless transitions to adjacent Whisper Wall Systems

The Whisper Walls® Acoustic Zone allows these feature areas to be incorporated without compromising acoustic continuity across the space.

Timber fin acoustic ceiling treatment installed in a reception area to reduce reverberation and maintain architectural openness

Timber fin acoustic ceiling treatment at Reception, Royal College of Radiologists, London

Education, Commercial & Specialist Applications

Timber fin and slatted acoustic panels are commonly used in:

Education Acoustic Solutions – lecture theatres, libraries, and breakout spaces
Corporate & Office Acoustic Solutions – reception areas, boardrooms, and feature walls
Theatre & Performing Arts Acoustic Solutions – auditoria and performance venues
Hospitality & Dining Acoustic Solutions – restaurants, hotels, and public spaces

In each case, the system is engineered to meet acoustic, durability, and visual requirements.

Timber slatted acoustic panels integrated alongside non-acoustic timber slats to create a continuous architectural wall finish

Performance, Compliance & Specification

Timber fin and slatted acoustic panels are commonly used in:

Education Acoustic Solutions – lecture theatres, libraries, and breakout spaces
Corporate & Office Acoustic Solutions – reception areas, boardrooms, and feature walls
Theatre & Performing Arts Acoustic Solutions – auditoria and performance venues
Hospitality & Dining Acoustic Solutions – restaurants, hotels, and public spaces

In each case, the system is engineered to meet acoustic, durability, and visual requirements.

Timber slatted acoustic panels installed to a double-height Whisper Walls® system in a reception space to reduce reverberation

Timber slatted acoustic panels to double-height Whisper Walls® system at Reception, Canada Water Leisure Centre, London

Sustainable Acoustic Backing Options

Where sustainability is a project driver, the acoustic backing system can be specified with:

PVC-free track systems
Low-VOC materials to support healthy indoor environments
Red List-free components aligned with green building standards
100% recycled fabrics

This allows timber feature walls to contribute to environmentally responsible building strategies.

Coordination with Timber Suppliers & Contractors

Ace Acoustics works collaboratively with architects, timber suppliers, joinery contractors, and acoustic consultants to ensure seamless coordination between the acoustic backing system and the timber fin or slatted installation.

Detailed build-ups, tolerances, and interface details are provided to support accurate specification and installation.

Full technical information is available via our Technical Specifications section.

Specify Timber Fin & Slatted Acoustic Panels

For projects seeking a premium acoustic solution that integrates natural timber finishes without compromising acoustic performance, the Whisper Walls® Acoustic Zone provides a proven and flexible platform.

To discuss acoustic backing design, interface coordination, or specification requirements, please Contact Us to speak with the Ace Acoustics technical team.