Acoustic foam
Acoustic foam tames echo and harsh reflections inside a room. It does not block sound between rooms.
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How it works
What acoustic foam is
Porous foam that soaks up mid and high reflections inside a room. It does not block noise.
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Find your problem
What do you want to do?
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The project for your room
Stop echo with acoustic foam
Treat the first reflection points before you chase full coverage.
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What to buy
The first picks of our buying guides, by the job they do.
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Foam panels
When you treat the first reflection points with foam.
Auralex Studiofoam Wedgies
Thickness: 2 in
Pack: 24 pieces
Shape: Wedge
Coverage: 24 sq ft
NRC 0.75 UL 94 HBF burn test report on 2-inch Studiofoam Charcoal only
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Foam Factory Acoustic Foam Wedge Tiles
Thickness: 2 in
Pack: 24 pieces
Shape: Wedge
Coverage: 24 sq ft
Class A under ASTM E84 Average NRC of 0.65 The lowest stated NRC of the 2-inch picks
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TroyStudio 2-Inch Acoustic Foam Panels
Thickness: 2 in
Pack: 18 pieces
Shape: Groove
Coverage: 18 sq ft
NRC 0.8, with absorption figures by frequency 18 groove-cut tiles, 2 x 12 x 12 inches Adhesive and tape sold separately Ships compressed, so it needs time to recover
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JBER Wedge Acoustic Panels
Thickness: 2 in
Pack: 24 pieces
Shape: Wedge
Coverage: 24 sq ft
24 tiles of 2-inch polyurethane wedges Expands in a few seconds Glue, tape or push pins not included
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Foam for recording
When you record vocals or instruments at home.
Foamily 12-Pack Acoustic Wedge Panels
12x12x2 inch
12 Pack
Wedge Shape
Excellent value Good absorption Basic appearance Tip: pair with fabric panels for aesthetics
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4-Pack 48 x 24-Inch Foam Panels
Pieces: 4
Size: 48x24x2 in
Profile: Egg crate
Four large panels cover 32 square feet Fewer seams than small tiles Foam won't control bass
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12-Pack 2-Inch Pyramid Foam
Pieces: 12
Size: 12x12x2 in
Profile: Pyramid
2-inch pyramid foam Enough for a compact recording corner Bigger rooms need two packs
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TroyStudio Thick Acoustic Foam Panels
12x12x2 inch
36 Pack
Wedge Shape
Great price-to-performance Good thickness for vocals Large pack size Tip: measure your walls before ordering
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Glue and mounting
When the foam has to stay on the wall.
3M Super 77
Budget-friendly size Same 3M quality
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Auralex Tubetak Pro
Designed specifically for acoustic foam Professional studio quality
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3M Super 77
Industry standard for foam Flexible bond handles temperature changes
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Gorilla Heavy Duty Spray Adhesive
Strongest bond available Works on difficult surfaces
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Projects
Grouped by the part of the room or the kind of job. Each guide takes the job in order.
What foam is made of, and the kinds to buy.
Arranging foam in a studio or a room.
Cutting, cleaning, painting, and foam and fire.
What foam does, and how it compares with other fixes.
Check your numbers
Before you buy, work out what the job needs.
Every guide in Acoustic foam
All 59 guides, grouped. Open a group to see its guides.
Foam types and buying
7 guides
- How to Stop Echo With Acoustic Foam (Without Covering Every Wall)
- DIY Acoustic Foam Panels: Build Better Sound Treatment at Home
- What Is Acoustic Foam Made Of? Materials, Chemistry & Manufacturing
- Is Acoustic Foam Reusable? How to Remove, Store & Reinstall Panels
- Can Acoustic Foam Get Old? Lifespan, Degradation & When to Replace
- How to Decorate With Acoustic Foam: Colors, Patterns and Frames
- Does Acoustic Foam Make a Room Warmer? The Honest Answer
Foam for rooms and studios
4 guides
Fitting foam
8 guides
- How to Put Acoustic Foam on a Wall: 5 Mounting Methods
- Best Adhesive for Acoustic Foam: 7 Products That Hold
- How to Attach Acoustic Foam to a Ceiling: Permanent or Removable
- Can You Put Too Much Acoustic Foam? Yes, and Here’s What Happens
- How to Apply Acoustic Foam to Brick (Without Ruining It)
- Best Way to Put Acoustic Foam on Cinder Blocks, Bare or Painted
- How to Install Acoustic Foam on Windows (Without Wrecking the Glass)
- How to Install Auralex Acoustic Foam: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Care and safety
6 guides
- Is Acoustic Foam Dangerous? The Real Risks (and How to Use It Safely)
- How to Cut Acoustic Foam (Clean Edges, Straight Lines, No Tear-Out)
- How to Clean Acoustic Foam: Safe Methods That Won’t Damage It
- Can You Paint Acoustic Foam? No, Here’s What to Do Instead
- How to Decompress Acoustic Foam (Make Flat Panels Expand Faster)
- Can You Put Acoustic Foam in the Dryer? Why Heat Ruins Panels
Does foam work
27 guides
- What Are Acoustic Foam Panels? Complete Beginner’s Guide
- Best Acoustic Foam Panels: Picks by Thickness and NRC
- Is Foam Board Acoustic? Why Rigid Insulation Doesn’t Work for Sound
- Acoustic Foam vs Acoustic Panels: Which One Do You Actually Need?
- Acoustic Foam vs Rockwool: Stop Buying the Wrong Treatment
- Acoustic Foam vs Blankets: Which Actually Works Better for Sound?
- Acoustic Foam vs Normal Foam: Why Regular Foam Fails
- Does Bubble Wrap Work as Acoustic Foam? The Truth About This DIY Myth
- How Many Decibels Does Acoustic Foam Reduce? Reverb, Not Wall Noise
- What Can I Use Instead of Acoustic Foam? Rockwool, Blankets, Curtains
- Acoustic Foam vs Cork: Which One Fixes Your Noise Problem?
- Isolation Shield vs Acoustic Foam: Treating the Mic or the Room
- Acoustic Foam vs Diffusers: Which One Does Your Room Actually Need?
- Acoustic Foam vs Insulation: Room Surfaces vs Wall Cavities
- Acoustic Foam vs Vocal Booth: Which Fixes Roomy Vocals Faster?
- Bass Traps vs Acoustic Foam: Why You Usually Need Both
- Does Acoustic Foam Help in an Apartment? Echo vs Neighbor Noise
- Sound Deadening Material vs Acoustic Foam: Block Noise or Absorb Echo
- Acoustic Foam vs Mattress Foam: Why They’re Not the Same
- Best Budget Acoustic Foam: Top Cheap Panels That Actually Work
- Does Acoustic Foam Work? (Echo vs Soundproofing Explained)
- How to Choose Acoustic Foam: The Only Specs That Matter
- Is Acoustic Foam Worth It? Honest Answer
- Should You Put Acoustic Foam in Bedroom? Pros, Cons & Considerations
- What Are Some Cons About Acoustic Foam? Bass, Soundproofing and Wear
- Where Can I Buy Acoustic Foam? Sellers Compared by Policy
- Will Acoustic Foam Improve Recording? Yes, in Most Untreated Rooms