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Rug for room ascoustics

Hi all,

I recently put in new laminate flooring in my family room and I have some nasty echo's and reflections. My speakers are 6 ft apart from end to end and are 5ft out from my couch. I was curious what kind of rug size would be ideal for acoustics? Will I want something that overlaps these dimensions or something that is within the borders of these dimensions?
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warnerwh
539 posts
 
The larger and thicker the better. Reflections can really screw up the sound. If there's no other acoustic treatment in the room then thick and large is definitely the smartest move.
cytocycle
1,043 posts
 
Get a natural fiber that absorbs and not acrylic or polyester. Get a Natural fiber pad, not a rubber pad for under the rug to provide more absorbtion.

if you haven't treated your ceiling corner joints do it!
schipo
1,268 posts
 
Wool is prefered because it is a natural material. But also be aware that it can cause major static build up.
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