Schools, colleges, and universities in Jordan are increasingly incorporating modern architectural materials to create comfortable, functional, and visually engaging learning environments. However, classrooms, lecture halls, libraries, laboratories, corridors, and multipurpose spaces can become acoustically challenging when they contain large areas of glass, concrete, gypsum board, tile, and other hard surfaces.
Excessive reverberation can make teachers difficult to hear, reduce speech clarity, and create distractions for students. PET acoustic panels offer a versatile solution by combining sound absorption with modern interior design.
DeSound supplies acoustic materials for projects across Jordan, including PET acoustic panels suitable for educational and institutional buildings. Its Jordan offering is aimed at contractors, consultants, developers, and project teams working on schools, universities, offices, hotels, healthcare facilities, and public-sector projects.
Why Acoustic Treatment Matters in Jordanian Educational Buildings
Good acoustics are an important part of an effective learning environment. When sound repeatedly reflects from walls, ceilings, floors, and furniture, speech can become less clear and background noise can accumulate.
Acoustic treatment can help educational spaces achieve:
- Better speech intelligibility
- Reduced reverberation
- Fewer distracting sound reflections
- More comfortable classroom environments
- Improved acoustic conditions in lecture rooms
- Better conditions for presentations and discussions
- A more attractive interior
Educational acoustic guidance commonly recommends addressing classrooms, lecture halls, libraries, music rooms, and common areas according to their individual acoustic requirements rather than applying the same treatment everywhere.
What Are PET Acoustic Panels?
PET acoustic panels are manufactured from polyester/PET fibre and are designed primarily to absorb reflected sound energy inside rooms.
DeSound’s PET panels are made from high-density PET felt and are available in standard and custom dimensions. The company’s published specifications include thicknesses of 9 mm, 12 mm, and 24 mm, with acoustic performance depending on thickness and installation configuration. DeSound states an NRC of up to 1.00 for its PET panel range.
The panels can also be manufactured in different colours and customized for architectural applications.
1. PET Acoustic Wall Panels for Classrooms
Classrooms are among the most important applications for acoustic treatment.
Teachers need their voices to reach students clearly, while students need to communicate with teachers and classmates without excessive background noise. PET wall panels can be positioned strategically on rear and side walls to absorb reflected sound.
They can be designed as:
- Rectangular panels
- Vertical strips
- Geometric shapes
- Grooved panels
- Layered patterns
- Educational graphics
- Custom CNC-cut designs
2. PET Ceiling Baffles for Schools
Ceilings provide an excellent opportunity for acoustic treatment, particularly when wall space is limited.
Suspended PET acoustic baffles can be installed beneath ceilings to add sound-absorbing surfaces while creating a distinctive architectural feature.
They are particularly suitable for:
- Large classrooms
- School cafeterias
- Lecture rooms
- Multipurpose halls
- Student activity areas
- University common spaces
3. Acoustic Solutions for University Lecture Halls
University lecture halls can have large volumes and numerous reflective surfaces. Without appropriate acoustic treatment, sound can continue reflecting around the room and reduce speech clarity.
PET wall panels and ceiling solutions can be incorporated into lecture halls to provide additional absorption.
Potential locations include:
- Rear walls
- Side walls
- Ceiling areas
- Areas behind presentation screens
- Lecturer backgrounds
- Upper wall sections
The acoustic design should be based on room size, occupancy, surface finishes, ceiling height, sound system requirements, and the desired reverberation characteristics.
4. PET Acoustic Panels for Libraries
Libraries require a quieter acoustic environment than many other educational spaces.
Students need to read, study, research, and work for extended periods without excessive background noise. PET panels can be incorporated into walls, ceilings, study zones, and collaborative areas.
For example, designers can combine:
PET wall panels + acoustic ceiling treatment + soft furnishings
to create a more balanced acoustic environment.
5. PET Screens for Flexible Learning Spaces
Modern universities increasingly use flexible classrooms and collaborative learning spaces. Fixed partitions are not always practical because room layouts may need to change.
PET acoustic screens can provide lightweight visual separation while helping reduce unwanted noise between adjacent activities.
DeSound’s PET screens are manufactured from PET felt and are specifically positioned for applications including educational facilities, collaborative environments, offices, and commercial interiors.
They can be used to create:
- Study zones
- Collaborative work areas
- Individual workstations
- Flexible classrooms
- Student discussion areas
- Temporary divisions
6. Acoustic Treatment for School Corridors
School corridors can become noisy because students, teachers, and staff move through these areas throughout the day.
Hard corridor surfaces can cause sound to reflect along the length of the space. Decorative PET panels can be installed on selected wall sections to introduce sound absorption while adding colour and visual interest.
For schools, panels can even incorporate:
- School colours
- Educational graphics
- Numbers and letters
- Geometric patterns
- Maps
- Nature-inspired artwork
- School logos
This transforms acoustic treatment into part of the school’s interior design.
7. Custom Printed PET Panels for Universities
Universities often want their buildings to communicate institutional identity.
Custom printed PET panels provide an opportunity to combine acoustic treatment with branding and visual communication.
DeSound offers custom printed PET panels including branded, decorative, Arabic-pattern, calligraphy, geometric-pattern, wood-texture, and other custom designs.
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A university could use custom panels featuring its logo, colours, architectural motifs, or artwork in reception areas, lecture halls, student centres, and libraries.
8. PET Panels for Cafeterias and Student Common Areas
Cafeterias and student common areas can be particularly noisy because many people are talking simultaneously.
PET ceiling baffles and wall panels can introduce sound absorption without requiring major structural changes.
Suitable applications include:
- School cafeterias
- University dining halls
- Student lounges
- Breakout areas
- Student centres
- Activity rooms
A combination of ceiling baffles, wall panels, furniture and other acoustic elements can be planned according to the room’s size and use.
9. Sustainable Acoustic Material for Educational Projects
Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important consideration when selecting interior materials for new schools and university buildings.
DeSound states that its PET acoustic panels are manufactured using recycled PET materials, are recyclable, and have low VOC emissions.
The company’s broader PET range is positioned as a sustainable acoustic solution, with its published product information stating that PET felt uses recycled content.
For projects pursuing specific green-building targets, architects and consultants should request documentation for the exact product, including recycled content, VOC data, fire testing, and other applicable certifications.
10. Durable and Flexible for Educational Interiors
Schools and universities experience significant daily use. Acoustic products therefore need to be selected with durability, maintenance, installation, and impact exposure in mind.
PET felt provides design flexibility because it can be:
- Cut into custom shapes
- CNC-machined
- Printed
- Fabricated into screens
- Used as wall panels
- Suspended as ceiling elements
- Manufactured in multiple colours
DeSound also describes its PET felt as lightweight, flexible, moisture- and mildew-resistant, and suitable for educational interiors.
11. Fire Performance and Project Specifications
Fire performance is an important consideration when selecting acoustic materials for schools and universities.
DeSound’s PET panel specifications list B-s1, d0 classification under EN 13501-1, with low smoke emission and no flaming droplets stated for the specified product.
However, the appropriate classification should always be confirmed for the exact panel thickness, construction, installation system, and project specification before procurement.
Recommended PET Acoustic Solutions for Schools and Universities
| Educational Space | Suitable PET Solution |
|---|---|
| Classroom | PET wall panels + ceiling treatment |
| Lecture hall | Wall panels + ceiling baffles |
| University auditorium | Large-format PET panels |
| Library | Wall panels + acoustic ceiling elements |
| Computer lab | PET wall panels |
| Cafeteria | Ceiling baffles + wall panels |
| Student lounge | PET panels + acoustic screens |
| Corridor | Decorative PET wall panels |
| Reception | Custom printed PET panels |
| Seminar room | Wall panels + ceiling treatment |
| Flexible classroom | PET screens + wall panels |
| Music/activity room | Purpose-designed acoustic treatment |
Why Choose DeSound PET Panels for Jordan Educational Projects?
DeSound’s Jordan acoustic supply offering is intended for contractors, consultants, developers, schools, universities, healthcare facilities, offices, hotels, and public-sector projects. Its Jordan product range includes PET acoustic panels alongside other acoustic materials.
For educational projects, PET panels can provide:
- Acoustic absorption
- Modern architectural aesthetics
- Custom colours
- Custom dimensions
- CNC-cut patterns
- Printed designs
- Wall and ceiling applications
- PET screens
- Recycled-material options
- Project-specific supply support
DeSound’s PET range also offers more than 100 colour variations according to its published product information, providing designers with considerable flexibility for school and university interiors.
Conclusion
Creating an effective learning environment requires more than attractive furniture and modern architecture. Acoustic comfort is an important part of classroom and educational design.
PET acoustic panels provide schools and universities in Jordan with a flexible way to control reflected sound while adding colour, texture, patterns, branding, and contemporary architectural detail.
From classrooms and lecture halls to libraries, cafeterias, corridors, student lounges, and university reception areas, PET wall panels, ceiling baffles, screens, and custom printed solutions can be adapted to different educational environments.
By considering acoustic requirements during the early design stage, project teams can select the appropriate panel thickness, coverage, positioning, fire classification, and installation method for each space.
DeSound PET Panels provides customizable PET acoustic solutions for educational and institutional projects, helping architects, contractors, consultants, and developers create more comfortable and visually engaging learning environments across Jordan.