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I am planning to soundproof my office. Who sells acoustic foam?
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Yes. For an office, you can buy acoustic foam and sound-absorbing panels from several retailers:
SoundAssured — sells 1–4" acoustic foam in wedge and pyramid styles; its foam is marketed specifically for DIY acoustic treatment.
The Home Depot — carries a large selection of foam panels, including Auralex and less-expensive generic options.
Soundproof Store — specializes in acoustic foam, bass absorbers, and studio treatment, with foam 12-packs starting around $32–$45 in the current listings.
Home Depot Miscool 1-inch Acoustic Foam - $56.98 (The Home Depot)
Home Depot Laybus 2-inch Egg Crate Panels - $109.99 (The Home Depot)
One important distinction: acoustic foam primarily absorbs echo and reverberation inside the office; it doesn't do much to stop voices from traveling through walls, doors, or windows. If your goal is actual soundproofing—for example, preventing people outside the office from hearing you—you'll generally need mass, sealing, and possibly insulation in addition to acoustic treatment. Acoustimac explicitly distinguishes acoustic treatment from soundproofing.
If you tell me your office dimensions and whether you want to reduce echo, keep your conversations from escaping, or both, I can suggest the appropriate material and roughly how much you'd need.
Many specialized acoustic companies, general retailers, and home improvement stores sell acoustic foam and sound-absorbing panels.
Specialized Acoustic Brands
Second Skin Audio : Sells professional-grade, high-performance sound-absorbing solutions like Second Skin Audio Mela Mute Acoustic Foam which offers high NRC (Noise Reduction Coefficient) ratings and Class A fire ratings well-suited for offices.[1][2]
Auralex Acoustics : One of the most recognizable names in the industry, specializing in studio foam, wedge panels, and room-treatment bass traps.
GIK Acoustics : Offers architectural acoustic panels, bass traps, and diffusers that look more like high-end art or professional office decor than standard foam.
Online Marketplaces & General Retailers
Amazon : Features a massive variety of budget and mid-tier acoustic foam brands (such asโฟม and Selby) in wedge, pyramid, and tile shapes.
Home Improvement Stores
The Home Depot : Carries various sound-absorbing wall tiles and panels online and in select stores (like The Home Depot Acoustic Panels).
Lowe's : Offers specialized wall panels, acoustic insulation rolls, and foam materials for noise control (via Lowe's Acoustic Panels & Rolls).
(Note: Keep in mind that acoustic foam is designed to absorb echo and reverb inside a room, rather than completely block sound from traveling through walls. If you are trying to stop outside noise from coming in, you may also need mass-loaded vinyl, solid core doors, or decoupling methods.)
If you want to share what kind of noise issue you're dealing with (e.g., echo on video calls vs. loud hallway chatter), I can help you figure out if foam is the right choice or what layout/materials you'll need.
Laybus 2-inch Wedge Panels - $115.54 (The Home Depot)
One important distinction: acoustic foam primarily reduces echo and reverberation inside the office; it doesn't truly "soundproof" a room against voices, traffic, or adjacent offices. For actual sound isolation, you'll generally need mass-loaded vinyl, additional drywall, sealing around doors, and/or insulation.
If you tell me your office dimensions and what noise you're trying to block, I can recommend how much foam to buy and where to put it.
Acoustic foam and sound-absorption panels are widely available from specialty acoustic manufacturers, major online retailers, and home improvement stores.
Specialized Acoustic Brands: Companies like Second Skin Audio, SoundAssured , and Auralex sell high-performance, lab-tested, and fire-retardant architectural foam directly.[1][2]
Home Improvement Retailers: Big-box stores like The Home Depot and Lowe's stock acoustic wall panels and sound-absorbing tiles online and occasionally in select physical locations.[1]
General Online Marketplaces: Platforms like Amazon and Newegg carry a massive assortment of budget-friendly wedge, pyramid, and flat acoustic foam panels in various bundle sizes and colors.[1]
Quick tip for an office: Standard acoustic foam is great for cutting down echo, reverberation, and distracting hollow sounds during video calls, but it doesn't block outside noise (like traffic or loud hallways) from entering the room.
If you'd like, tell me:
Are you trying to reduce echo inside the room or block outside noise from coming in?
What is the rough size of your office?
I can help you figure out the best materials and setup for your space.
A wide variety of retailers, specialty acoustic companies, and online marketplaces sell acoustic foam and sound-absorbing panels.
Specialized Acoustic & Soundproofing Brands
Auralex Acoustics: One of the most famous names in studio and office foam treatment, known for professional-grade wedges, pyramids, and room-analysis tools.
The Soundproof Store: Sells specialized acoustic tiles and soundproofing materials designed to cut down echo and mid-range frequencies.[1]
Major Home Improvement & Hardware Stores
The Home Depot: Carries various multi-packs of wall panels and sound-absorbing wedges online and in select stores (such as the Home Depot Miscool Acoustic Foam Panels).[1]
Lowe's & Harbor Freight: Occasionally stock basic sound-deadening mats or insulation panels, though selection varies heavily by location compared to dedicated online inventory.
(Note: If you are trying to stop outside noise from coming into your office rather than just stopping echo inside the room, pure foam won't block sound waves on its own—you might also need mass-loaded vinyl, solid core doors, or dense fiberglass panels like Owens Corning 703.)
To help narrow down what you actually need, tell me:
Are you trying to reduce echo/reverb inside the office (for Zoom calls) or block sound from entering/leaving the room?
Is your office space rented or owned (do you need temporary or permanent installation)?
SoundAssured — a specialist acoustic supplier. Their 2-inch wedge foam is tested at NRC 0.65, while their 3- and 4-inch versions offer higher absorption.
Auralex — a well-established acoustic-treatment manufacturer with Studiofoam wedges/pyramids and products specifically designed for home offices. Their Home Office Kit uses 2-inch panels with NRC 0.95.
Home Depot — carries inexpensive acoustic foam from brands such as Laybus and Miscool, including 1–3-inch wedge and pyramid panels.
Locally in Fontana:Southcoast Acoustical Interiors is a local acoustical contractor specializing in acoustic wall panels and related installations. Chatfield Clarke is also in Fontana and manufactures commercial wall-panel products with acoustic applications.
One important distinction: acoustic foam primarily absorbs echo and reverberation inside the office; it does not, by itself, prevent sound from entering or leaving the room. True soundproofing usually requires mass, sealing gaps, and often decoupling the walls/ceiling.
If you tell me your office dimensions and whether you want to keep sound in or keep outside noise out, I can recommend exactly what type and how much foam/paneling you'd need.
Acoustic foam is sold by specialized acoustic treatment retailers, industrial suppliers, and general online marketplaces.
Before buying, keep in mind that acoustic foam is designed to absorb echo and reduce sound reflections inside a room (acoustic treatment), rather than block sound from entering or leaving an office (true soundproofing).
Where to Buy Acoustic Foam
Specialized Acoustic Retailers: Companies like Auralex Acoustics or Soundproof Cow offer high-performance commercial and studio-grade acoustic panels, foam kits, and professional guidance.
Direct-to-Consumer & Specialty Foam Shops: Online stores like the Soundproof Store and Foam N' More sell pre-packaged acoustic foam tiles, wedges, and custom-cut studio foam kits.[1][2]
Industrial and Warehouse Suppliers:Uline carries convoluted soundproofing foam sheets suited for larger spaces and heavy-duty environments.[1]
General Online Marketplaces: Platforms like Amazon offer a massive variety of budget-friendly budget foam tiles, though quality and fire-safety ratings can vary significantly between third-party sellers.
ABC Supply Interiors - 616 Winmoore Way, Modesto, CA 95358
Pacific Supply - 1155 N Emerald Ave, Modesto, CA 95351, United States
Pro Desk at The Home Depot - 1415 E Hatch Rd, Modesto, CA 95351, United States
Stanislaus Custom Upholstery Inc - 418 Kiernan Ave #c, Modesto, CA 95356, United States
Strand Ace Hardware - 1800 Oakdale Rd, Modesto, CA 95355, United States
Pro Desk at The Home Depot - 1617 N Carpenter Rd, Modesto, CA 95351, United States
Western Building Materials Co - 2401 Stagecoach Rd, Stockton, CA 95215, United States
Morgan's Upholstery Fabrics and Foam - 600 W Fremont St, Stockton, CA 95203, United States
West Coast Sound Solutions - 2250 Vicente St, San Francisco, CA 94116, United States
West General Acoustics - 1660 Hamilton Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, United States
Yes. If you're in the Modesto area, you have several options:
The Home Depot — 1617 N Carpenter Rd. They carry a large selection of acoustic foam, including 1–3" foam panels and Auralex products.
The Home Depot — 1415 E Hatch Rd. The same general acoustic-foam selection is available through Home Depot.
Cummins Contracting & Supply — a local commercial building-material supplier; worth calling if you're looking for a more professional sound-control installation rather than decorative foam.
For online buying, guitarcenter.com is particularly good for studio-grade foam from brands such as Auralex, Primacoustic, and Ultimate Acoustics. homedepot.com is another convenient option.
Home Depot Miscool 3" Acoustic Foam - $61.18 (The Home Depot)
Wellco 1" x 24" x 48" Acoustic Panels - $63.18 (The Home Depot)
One important distinction: acoustic foam primarily absorbs echo and reflections inside the office; it doesn't do much to prevent voices/noise from passing through walls. Guitar Center explicitly distinguishes acoustic treatment from true soundproofing.
If your goal is keeping your conversations from being heard outside the office, tell me what the walls/ceiling are made of and roughly how big the office is, and I can suggest the right soundproofing materials rather than just foam.
Yes. A few good places currently selling acoustic foam/panels include:
SoundAssured — specializes in acoustic foam. Their 2-inch wedge panels are 48 sq. ft. per case and currently around $130; they also offer 3- and 4-inch options.
One important distinction: acoustic foam primarily absorbs echoes and reduces reverberation inside your office. It doesn't truly "soundproof" the room against voices, traffic, or noise coming through walls. For actual sound isolation, you'd generally need mass, sealing, and possibly additional wall/ceiling construction.
If you tell me your office dimensions and whether you're trying to keep noise out, keep your conversations in, or simply reduce echo, I can recommend exactly what type and how much to buy.
Beltran Acoustics in nearby Turlock — specializes in acoustic treatments, including sound panels and wall panels, so they're a better option if you want help designing the room rather than just buying foam.
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SoundAssured — sells 1–4" acoustic foam in wedge and pyramid styles; its foam is marketed specifically for DIY acoustic treatment.
The Home Depot — carries a large selection of foam panels, including
Auralex and less-expensive generic options.
Soundproof Store — specializes in acoustic foam, bass absorbers, and studio treatment, with foam 12-packs starting around $32–$45 in the current listings.
