Start With the First Reflection Points
In a home theater, the biggest win is treating the side walls where sound first bounces toward your ears. Place wood slat panels at ear height on both sides of the listening position.
Coverage Targets
- Front and side reflections: 2 panels per side
- Rear wall: full-width absorber to kill echoes
- Ceiling: 2-4 clouds above the seats
Why Slats on Walls, Felt on Ceiling
Slats look intentional on the walls you see; lightweight PET felt panels are safer and cheaper on the ceiling. Together they cover reflections without making the room dead.
Bass Traps
Room corners collect bass. Thicker panels or dedicated corners help. If budget is tight, prioritize the rear wall and first reflections first.
Plan Before You Buy
Sketch the room, mark the seat, and measure. Then order a matched set so colors and edge profiles line up. A coherent layout beats randomly stuck tiles.