Real wood veneer and colour slats on recycled acoustic felt. Every panel is 64cm wide and screws on through the felt gaps.
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This is the third time I have used these wall panels. I am really liking this product overall. They are easy to install. Cutting them is simple, if required, and they are a good looking finished product.
Aaron J.Verified buyer
On Natural Walnut
Get the house ready for summer
Friends over and long lunches. Have the wall finished before they arrive.
Acupanel Midnight Blue Slat Panels
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Real wood or matte colour. Oak, walnut and smoked oak veneer, oiled before it ships, or a smooth matte colour that wraps every side of the slat.
Acoustic felt. Sound passes between the slats into the felt behind them, so less of it bounces back into the room. NRC scores this from 0 (it all bounces back) to 1 (none does): about 0.5 fixed straight to the wall, up to 0.95 with 25mm rockwool behind.
Two halves, one panel. Each panel arrives as two 32cm halves. Fix the first to the wall, then slide the next in beside it. The join lands in a felt gap, so you never see it.
Hidden fixings. Screws go in through the felt between the slats and sit down in the shadow, out of sight.
Acupanel puts real wood veneer or a matte colour and acoustic felt into one panel, so the wall looks finished and the room sounds softer at the same time.
Sound passes between the slats and into the felt behind them, so the room stops echoing.
Each panel arrives as two halves in one box. Fix each half to the wall, side by side, with screws through the felt or adhesive on the back.
They come out cleanly and the holes fill like a picture hook. Construction adhesive takes the wall surface with it, so only use it with your landlord's approval.
A drill, a level and a fine-toothed saw for any cuts. No tradie needed.
Every Acupanel is 64cm wide, so most walls take only a handful. A 3.2 metre wide wall takes five.
A feature wall is a large area of material in a room you breathe in every day, so ours is tested for both.
Formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds are released slowly by some boards, adhesives and coatings. They are the reason a newly finished room can smell for weeks.
If you are comparing panels, it is worth asking for the same test result on any of them.
Tested to AS ISO 9705-2003, the room fire test for wall linings.
See the colour in your own light before you order.
Four decades in the trade is where the specification for this panel comes from.
Take the panels out and look at them properly in your own light, with the plastic left on. If they are not right, send them back for a refund or an exchange.
Verified customer reviews
I absolutely love this product. It really brought out a sleek, modern and unique look to my boutique real estate company. I’m now on my second office and getting ready to do another order for this product! I am a huge fan and love designing with this! Holly - HL Raymond Properties-
The panels are very professionally made. Ready to put on your new DIY project!
I am extremely pleased. First, the service and ordering process was amazing. I was able to discuss my design need and concerns. The advice given was on par. The quality of the material I can not express my delight and it is beyond my expectations. My order arrived in more then ample time and in perfect condition. I would highly recommend and will use again. Sincerely Proud owner of a dream bathroom.
Easy to install, served the purpose.
This completed our apartment!! It turned out so beautiful and unique and tied together our apartment.
Easy installation!
Please read our FAQs page to find out more.
Yes. Acupanel is designed to help reduce echo and soften sound within a space, creating a calmer and more comfortable environment.
Fixed directly onto a wall, Acupanel has an NRC rating of about 0.5, which makes a noticeable difference in rooms with hard surfaces such as home offices, media rooms and studios.
With 25mm rockwool installed behind the panels, Acupanel reaches an NRC rating of up to 0.95.
NRC runs from 0 to 1 and measures how much sound stops bouncing back into the room. It cuts echo; it does not stop sound passing through a wall.
Yes. Acupanel features a genuine wood veneer on the surface, which gives each panel its natural grain, texture, and variation.
This is part of what gives Acupanel its warmth and authentic finish.
Acupanel can be used in kitchens and bathrooms where it is not exposed to direct moisture, steam, or splash zones.
It works well in areas such as:
Acupanel is not designed for high-moisture areas or locations where water or steam regularly comes into contact with the surface, such as inside showers, behind basins, or near stovetops.
If you’re unsure whether Acupanel is suitable for your space, our team is happy to help assess the location and recommend the best option.
In many cases, yes, Acupanel can be installed behind or around a fireplace, particularly with modern fireplaces that have proper heat shielding and controlled heat output.
Many customers have successfully used Acupanel in these applications. As a general guide, we recommend keeping panels at least 300mm away from direct heat sources when installing behind a fireplace.
However, fireplace designs, heat output, and safety requirements vary. For this reason, it’s important to:
This guidance should be considered a general reference only. We always recommend doing your own research and confirming suitability for your specific fireplace before installation.
Yes. Acupanel wall panels are designed for straightforward installation using common tools, and many customers choose to install it themselves.
If you’re comfortable with basic DIY tasks, installation is very achievable. Panels can be fixed using screws or adhesive, depending on your wall type, and clear installation guides and videos are available to walk you through each step.
For larger projects or commercial spaces, some customers choose to use a professional installer, but it’s not required for most home installs.
A veneer simply means a thin surface layer that’s applied to a backing material. That surface layer can be made from different things, including real wood or composite and synthetic materials.
This is where the confusion often comes from.
Some products use printed or composite veneers that only imitate the look of wood. Others, like Acupanel, use a genuine wood veneer, sliced directly from real timber.
Because it’s real wood, a wood veneer has natural grain, texture, and variation, just like solid timber. The difference is thickness, not authenticity.
In furniture and architectural design, real wood veneers are widely used because they allow the beauty of natural timber to be applied consistently and responsibly, without the movement, cracking, or waste that can come with solid wood.
When we talk about veneer at WVH, we’re always referring to real wood veneer, not printed or synthetic alternatives.
Yes. Acupanel can be cut to size using standard woodworking tools.
For the cleanest result, we recommend using a fine-toothed saw blade. This applies whether you’re using a hand saw or a power saw such as a circular saw or track saw. A track saw will give the straightest cuts if you have access to one, but it’s not essential.
For smaller cut-outs around power points, switches, or fixtures, a multi-tool is especially handy and gives you good control.
The entire process is still achievable with basic hand tools if needed. Taking your time and using a fine-toothed blade will help ensure a clean, professional finish.
Many renters use Acupanel to upgrade their spaces.
Panels installed with screws can be removed later, with holes easily filled and repainted. Some customers have also had success using heavy-duty removable mounting solutions like 3M Command Strips.
We recommend checking your lease or speaking with your landlord before installing.
The best way to choose is to order samples and view them in your own space and lighting.
Samples ship quickly and let you see the true tone, grain, and finish before committing to a full install.
Installation guides and step-by-step videos are available on this page and in our Help Centre.
If you have a specific question, our support team is always happy to help.
