🧠 Introduction: Three Autex Icons, Three Unique Purposes
Autex offers a range of high-performing acoustic solutions, but the most commonly compared products are Quietspace®, Composition®, and Cube™. While all three reduce noise and improve comfort, they serve different functions based on design, surface use, and acoustic performance.
Here’s how to choose the right panel for your project.
🔊 Quietspace® Panel — Ultimate Sound Control
- Material: High-density polyester with a compressed face and cushioned backing for broadband sound absorption
- Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC):
- 25 mm thickness → NRC ~0.85
- 50 mm thickness → NRC ~1.00
- Applications: Ceilings and walls — ideal for conference rooms, open-plan offices, classrooms, and theatres
- Fire Rating: Group 1 (AS/NZS 3837) and compliant with BCA requirements
- Finishes: Can be used raw or upgraded with Autex Vertiface® fabric overlay for decorative colour options
Best for: Spaces where high-performance sound control is critical — like large meeting rooms, classrooms, or collaborative spaces.
🌈 Composition® Wallcovering — Acoustics Meets Pinning
- Material: Pinnable, self-healing polyester surface
- Thickness: 12mm (installed)
- NRC Rating: Approximately 0.45
- Functionality: Ideal for use as a pinboard, acoustic wallcovering, or collaborative surface
- Fire Rating: Group 1 fire rated
- Finishes: Available in a wide range of colours and can be installed full-wall or in panels
Best for: Classrooms, libraries, hallways, or staff breakout areas where both display functionality and moderate acoustic control are needed.
🧱 Cube™ Panel — Versatile and Design-Driven
- Material: Rigid 100% polyester panel, CNC-cuttable, printable, and highly customisable
- Thickness: 12mm or 24mm
- NRC Rating:
- 12mm → NRC ~0.45–0.60
- 24mm → NRC ~0.70–0.80
- Functionality: Versatile acoustic panel that can be printed, layered, or used for creative design features
- Fire Rating: Group 1 fire rated (depending on thickness and application)
- Finishes: Raw or printed finish; available in solid colours or custom designs
Best for: Feature walls, modular acoustic layouts, decorative ceilings, and spaces requiring both acoustic treatment and visual creativity.
📊 Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Quietspace® Panel | Composition® Wallcovering | Cube™ Panel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Function | High-performance absorption | Acoustic + pinnable surface | Decorative + acoustic |
| NRC Rating | 0.85–1.00 | ~0.45 | 0.45–0.80 |
| Thickness | 25mm / 50mm | 12mm | 12mm / 24mm |
| Pinnable | Optional with Vertiface® | Yes | Yes |
| Fire Rating | Group 1 | Group 1 | Group 1 |
| Design Flexibility | Basic colours or Vertiface® | Colour rollouts | Fully printable, shape-cut |
| Best For | Large, noisy rooms | Classrooms, display walls | Feature areas, custom work |
✅ When to Use Which
Use Quietspace® when:
- You need maximum acoustic performance
- You’re treating high ceilings or high-volume spaces
Use Composition® when:
- You need a functional pinboard wall with acoustic benefits
- You want full-colour, tactile finishes for everyday use
Use Cube™ when:
- You want creative freedom with design layouts
- You need acoustic treatment without fabric overlay
- You’re fitting out offices, schools, or hospitality interiors with branding potential
The NoSound Acoustics Approach
We supply and install all three Autex panel systems, tailored to:
- Room size, acoustic goals, and compliance requirements
- Schools, commercial offices, healthcare, and retail
- Cut-to-size and CNC customisation
Final Word: Right Panel, Right Purpose
There’s no single best acoustic panel — only the best for your needs. Whether it’s high-absorption Quietspace®, practical and pinnable Composition®, or customisable Cube™, we’ll guide you to the right solution.
📞 Contact NoSound Acoustics today for tailored acoustic guidance, samples, and installation quotes.
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