4x8 acoustic panels are the fastest way to treat a large wall. Each panel measures 48 inches by 96 inches and covers 32 square feet, so a large gymnasium, auditorium, house of worship, or corporate space reaches full acoustic coverage with fewer panels and fewer seams. Every 4x8 panel is built to order in the United States, wrapped in Class A fire-rated fabric, and made for the demands of a commercial room.
What is a 4x8 acoustic panel?
A 4x8 panel is a large-format fabric-wrapped acoustic panel that measures 4 feet by 8 feet (48 in x 96 in). It is the largest standard size we build. Because a single panel covers 32 square feet, large-format panels are the practical choice when you need to treat hundreds of square feet of wall or ceiling without lining up dozens of smaller tiles. They are not foam. Each panel is built on a high-density acoustic core and faced with acoustically transparent fabric.
Why choose large-format 4x8 panels
- Fewer seams, cleaner look. One 4x8 panel does the work of eight 2x2 tiles, so a big wall reads as an intentional surface rather than a grid of small squares.
- Faster to specify and install. Fewer panels means fewer mounting points and a shorter install on tall or wide walls.
- Built for big rooms. Rooms above 300 square feet benefit from larger panels. Gymnasiums, sanctuaries, lecture halls, and warehouses were the reason we added the 4x8 format.
- Strong absorption where it counts. Our 2 inch 4x8 panels reach NRC 1.0, absorbing essentially all of the sound energy that reaches them.
Specifications
| Panel size | 48 in x 96 in (4 ft x 8 ft), 32 sq ft per panel. Custom sizes available. |
| Thickness | 1 inch or 2 inch. The 2 inch panel reaches NRC 1.0; the 1 inch panel is ideal for speech clarity and mid to high frequency control. |
| Core | High-density acoustic core. Never foam. |
| Fabric | Burch Fabrics Prime Time, the Made in the USA equivalent of Guilford of Maine (a Canadian company) Anchorage and FR701. Extensive color and texture selection. |
| Fire rating | Class A per ASTM E84. Fabric and core are fire-retardant for commercial code compliance. |
| Mounting | Impaling clips, Z-clips, or adhesive depending on the wall. Ceiling mounting is available. |
| Made in | United States, built to order. |
Where 4x8 acoustic panels are used
- Gymnasiums and fieldhouses
- Auditoriums, theaters, and lecture halls
- Houses of worship and sanctuaries
- Corporate lobbies, boardrooms, and open offices
- Warehouses, manufacturing floors, and multipurpose rooms
- Home theaters and large listening rooms
Custom sizes and custom printed art
If a full 4x8 is not the right fit, we build panels to your exact wall dimensions. For spaces that want the treatment to look like design rather than hardware, our custom printed acoustic art panels carry your image, logo, or artwork at full resolution while still absorbing sound. It is one of the most popular upgrades for lobbies, worship spaces, and branded rooms.
Order a fabric swatch sample first
Color matters on a wall this size. Order a refundable swatch sample to see and feel the Burch Fabrics Prime Time options in your own light before you commit. The sample cost is credited back when you place your order.
Get a large-format quote
Send us your room dimensions, use, and target look, and we will put together a 4x8 or custom-size plan with volume pricing for commercial and institutional orders. Call 888-923-5777 or request a free room analysis and we will build a plan for your space.
