Indoor Sound Absorbing Panels Market Report 2026

The indoor sound absorbing panels market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.59 billion in 2025 to $2.78 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing use of acoustic panels in offices and studios, rising demand for speech intelligibility improvements, growth in theater and auditorium installations, expansion of residential soundproofing, adoption of modular panel designs.

The indoor sound absorbing panels market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.62 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing development of eco-friendly acoustic materials, rising automation in panel manufacturing, growth in smart building acoustic management, expansion of high-performance noise reduction solutions, increasing integration of connected acoustic monitoring systems. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of AI-driven acoustic design tools, adoption of eco-friendly acoustic materials, expansion of automated panel production systems, development of smart noise monitoring platforms, use of connected building acoustic management.

The rise in construction activities is expected to drive the growth of the indoor sound absorbing panels market going forward. Construction activity refers to the total value of building, infrastructure, and renovation projects carried out across residential, commercial, and public sectors. This increase is fueled by higher investments from governments and private developers in new housing, commercial buildings, and public infrastructure. Indoor sound absorbing panels support the construction sector by offering essential acoustic solutions that improve comfort and sound quality in workplaces, schools, healthcare facilities, and residential environments. For example, in June 2025, Eurostat, a Luxembourg-based statistical office of the European Union, reported that construction production in April 2025 increased by 3% in the euro area and by 2.5% in the EU compared to April 2024. Therefore, the growth in construction activities is contributing to the expansion of the indoor sound absorbing panels market.

Leading companies in the indoor sound absorbing panels market are focusing on innovative acoustic solutions that enhance sound quality, reduce noise, and integrate aesthetically into residential, commercial, and institutional spaces. Acoustic solutions refer to materials or systems designed to manage, absorb, or reduce sound, thereby improving indoor acoustic comfort. For instance, in May 2025, Singapore-based Klar launched customizable luxury acoustic panels that combine high-performance sound absorption with tailored aesthetics for modern interiors. These panels can be fully customized in size, shape, color, materials, and finishes to suit various residential and commercial environments. Made from high-quality materials such as natural wood and soft textiles, they effectively reduce noise and echo while enhancing the space’s aesthetic appeal. Designed for easy installation and durability, the panels are developed using sustainable and eco-friendly practices, making them both functional and environmentally responsible acoustic treatments.

In May 2024, Catalyst Acoustics Group, a U.S.-based manufacturer of engineered acoustical solutions, acquired Madrid Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Catalyst Acoustics Group aimed to enhance its architectural acoustics product portfolio and expand its reach within the interior specification market. Madrid Inc. is a U.S.-based manufacturer of indoor sound-absorbing wall and ceiling panels.

Major companies operating in the indoor sound absorbing panels market are Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., Owens Corning, Knauf Insulation GmbH, Armstrong World Industries Inc., Sound Seal LLC, GIK Acoustics LLC, Abstracta AB, BuzziSpace NV, Acoustical Surfaces Inc., Audimute Soundproofing, Kirei USA LLC, Celenit S.p.A., Topakustik AG, Quietstone UK Ltd, Acoustics First Corporation, Arturel Ltd., Vicoustic Innovative Acoustic Solutions S.A., Baux AB, Woven Image Pty Ltd, Texaa S.A.S.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are influencing the indoor sound absorbing panels market by increasing costs for imported polyester fibers, wood, fiberglass, and foam materials used in panel manufacturing. Offices, recording studios, theaters, and educational institutions in regions dependent on imported materialsparticularly North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacificare most affected. However, tariffs are encouraging local material sourcing, domestic production of acoustic panels, and innovation in sustainable soundproofing solutions, enhancing supply chain stability and long-term product performance.

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Indoor sound absorbing panels are acoustic materials designed to reduce noise, control reverberation, and enhance sound quality within enclosed spaces such as offices, studios, and auditoriums. They are extensively used in commercial buildings, educational institutions, recording studios, and residential interiors to minimize echoes and improve speech clarity.

The main types of indoor sound absorbing panels include foam panels, fabric panels, wooden panels, fiberglass panels, and others. Foam panels are made from open-cell or closed-cell polyurethane or melamine-based foams that absorb sound by trapping air and converting acoustic energy into heat. These panels are distributed through various channels such as online stores, specialty shops, supermarkets, and more. They find applications across residential, commercial, industrial, and other sectors, serving end users including offices, recording studios, theaters, educational institutions, and more.North America was the largest region in the indoor sound absorbing panels market in 2025. The regions covered in indoor sound absorbing panels report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the indoor sound absorbing panels market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The indoor sound absorbing panels market consists of sales of modular panels, polyester fiber panels, and polyester fiber panels. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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