Cost Effective Solution!

EchoTouch has higher absorption ratings than foam products, and is as affordable as fiberglass.  Plus EchoTouch can be left as an exposed finish so there is no need for fabric or other expensive finishes.

Compared to Fabric-covered Fiberglass

The sound absorbing performance of EchoTouch is generally comparable to fiberglass and even demonstrates a slight acoustical advantage. In the area of costs, EchoTouch has a distinct advantage insofar as it can be used as a finished product in its basic form that may not require an additional decorative covering.

Fiberglass acoustical core materials on the other hand, require additional facing materials in most cases for aesthetics and to protect and contain the fragile glass fibers. EchoTouch is available in 8 colors, where as fiberglass is a drab yellowish color.

While 2" fabric covered Fiberglass demonstrates similar acoustical performance to 2" EchoTouch, the relative cost of the fabric covered Fiberglass panel is more than 3 times as much. EchoTouch is a cost-effective, environmental and people safe, alternative to fabric covered fiberglass acoustical panels.

Compared to Melamine Foam

1" Melamine Foam acoustical panels cost more than 1" EchoTouch panels but only provide half as much acoustical absorption. Fabric covered 2 " Melamine panels on the other hand, can cost almost 2-1/2 times as much.

Thus EchoTouch compares very favorably from a cost performance perspective.  2" EchoTouch costs 25% (40% if painted) less than melamine foam but also provides 25% more acoustical performance. EchoTouch is also much more durable than melamine.

Compared to CWF

Cementitious Wood Fiberboard (CWF) is generally considered to be an impact and abuse resistant acoustical material. When applied directly to wall however, it’s acoustical performance is very low. While the acoustical performance can be improved dramatically with the addition fiberglass behind it, the increase in cost significantly surpasses the cost of 1" EchoTouch applied directly to the wall. EchoTouch is a user friendly, non-abrasive and non-shedding, Class A high performance acoustical absorber that weighs 80% less than Cementitious Wood Fiberboard, and sheds no potentially dangerous debris upon impact.

EchoTouch's eight color options eliminate painting costs associated with CWF.