What is PET felt?
PET felt is a material made from recycled plastic bottles. The bottles are broken down into fibres, which are then heated and pressed into strong, dense panels. It has a soft texture, a clean modern look, and naturally absorbs sound. It's lightweight, durable, and available in a wide range of colours.
What is PET felt made from?
Our PET felt is made from 75% post-consumer recycled plastic bottles. The remaining 25% is new polyester fibre, which helps bind the material and maintain its structure.
Is PET felt sustainable?
Yes. Every panel is made from recycled plastic bottles that would otherwise end up in landfill. Once a PET felt product reaches the end of its life, it can be recycled again, supporting a circular economy.
Is PET felt safe?
PET felt is certified Class B-s1,d0 to BS EN 13501-1:2018, which means it has very low smoke production and no flaming droplets in the event of fire. It's non-toxic, non-irritant, and safe to handle without gloves or protective equipment.
Does PET felt absorb sound?
Yes. PET felt naturally absorbs sound, which helps reduce echo and background noise in busy spaces. The thicker the panel, the more sound it absorbs:
- 9mm panels: NRC 0.45 (Class D) — absorbs mainly mid to high frequencies
- 12mm panels: NRC ~0.55–0.60 — better performance in the mid-frequency range
- 24mm panels: NRC ~0.75–0.80 — strong absorption across a wider frequency range
NRC (Noise Reduction Coefficient) measures how much sound a material absorbs. A higher number means better absorption.
Does PET felt provide insulation?
Yes. PET felt has a thermal conductivity of 0.036 W/(m·K), which means it also helps retain warmth in a room.