Cloud9 100cm Ceiling Suspended Acoustic Panel

Cloud9 100cm Ceiling Suspended Acoustic Panel | 1000mm diameter | NRC 0.75 | Class C

The Advanced Acoustics Cloud9 100cm Ceiling Suspended Acoustic Panel is a large-format circular acoustic panel from the Advanced Acoustics Designer Range, designed to hang from the ceiling on steel wire rope. The 100cm diameter makes it the most visually impactful format in the Cloud9 suspended range, creating a bold circular form suspended below the ceiling surface. The panel consists of a 25mm open-cell acoustic foam core mounted on a rigid 6mm MDF backing board, wrapped in a 100% recycled open-weave polyester cloth available in 31 colours.

The Cloud9 100cm has a diameter of 1000mm, providing 0.78m² of panel face area — the largest coverage of any Cloud9 suspended format. The suspended format treats reverberation from both faces of the panel simultaneously, increasing the effective absorption per panel relative to a surface-mounted installation of the same size. The large circular format is suited to feature suspended installations, open-plan environments, and hospitality spaces where a bold visual statement is required alongside effective acoustic absorption. The 25mm foam core achieves NRC 0.75 (Sound Absorption Class C), providing effective absorption of mid and high frequencies.

Please note that this product is made to order for your space, each product is crafted to your chosen specification from our wide range of options, with a lead time of 2–3 weeks. Suspension components (wire rope and loop clamps) are available separately.

Applications

• Large-format feature suspended installations. The 100cm diameter makes this the statement format in the Cloud9 suspended range. A single panel creates an immediate focal point suspended below the ceiling surface; a composed arrangement of multiple 100cm panels, or a mixed-size cluster combining 100cm, 80cm, and 60cm suspended formats at varied heights, creates a large-scale three-dimensional acoustic feature with significant visual impact and meaningful absorption coverage.
• High-ceiling spaces where surface fixing is impractical. Suspended panels are the appropriate specification for spaces with high, vaulted, or structurally complex ceilings where direct surface fixing is not feasible. Wire rope suspension allows panels to be hung at an appropriate height within the room, bringing acoustic absorption closer to the occupied zone where it is most effective. The 100cm format is particularly well suited to large-volume high-ceiling spaces where a panel of significant visual scale is required.
• Open-plan offices — reverberation and echo control. Suspended panels treat reverberation from both faces simultaneously. The 100cm Cloud9 provides 0.78m² of panel face absorption per panel, making it the most efficient Cloud9 suspended format for achieving target coverage areas with fewer panels and suspension points. The circular format integrates naturally into contemporary office interiors.
• Hospitality and commercial interiors. The Cloud9 100cm's large circular format and soft profile make it particularly suited to hospitality environments — restaurants, bars, hotel lobbies, and reception areas — where acoustic treatment is required alongside a premium interior finish. Suspended at varied heights, the 100cm panels create a bold, three-dimensional ceiling feature that works as both an acoustic and decorative element.
• Mixed-size Cloud9 suspended cluster arrangements. The 100cm panel anchors large mixed-size Cloud9 suspended clusters, with 80cm and 60cm panels arranged around and between the larger format at varied heights to create organic, asymmetric three-dimensional compositions. The scale variation between the three Cloud9 suspended sizes creates visual depth and movement in the installation.

Product Benefits

• NRC 0.75 — effective mid and high frequency absorption, both faces exposed. The 25mm foam core achieves NRC 0.75 (Sound Absorption Class C), with strong absorption from 500Hz upward: 0.65 at 500Hz, 0.94 at 1000Hz, 1.13 at 2000Hz, and 0.99 at 4000Hz. The suspended format exposes both panel faces to the room, increasing effective absorption relative to a surface-mounted installation. Low-frequency absorption is more limited (0.30 at 250Hz).
• Class '0' fire-rated construction — compliant for commercial use. The acoustic foam core is Class '0' rated to BS 476 Parts 6 and 7, and C s1, d0 to EN 13501-1, meeting commercial fire safety requirements for suspended acoustic treatment in offices, schools, and public buildings.
• 100% recycled open-weave polyester cloth — 31 colour options. The open-weave polyester cloth is produced from 100% recycled fibre, maintaining full acoustic transparency while providing a durable surface finish. Available in 31 colours — download the swatch card for the full range.
• Wire rope suspension — compatible with Advanced Acoustics suspension components. Designed for use with the Advanced Acoustics 1.5mm steel wire rope and loop clamp suspension components, available separately. Wire rope suspension allows panel height to be adjusted during installation and provides a clean, minimal fixing detail suited to the Cloud9's circular profile.
• 100cm diameter — largest Cloud9 suspended format, maximum coverage and visual impact. At 1000mm diameter and 0.78m² per panel face, the 100cm is the largest and most impactful format in the Cloud9 suspended range, providing the greatest absorption coverage per suspension point and the strongest visual presence of any Cloud9 panel.
• Handmade in the UK — consistent quality across every panel. All Designer Range panels are handmade in the Advanced Acoustics UK facility using consistent materials and construction methods, ensuring uniform acoustic performance and finish quality across every panel in an installation.

Installation

Plan the suspended cloud composition on paper or digitally before marking suspension points on the ceiling. Vary the height of panels to create a natural, three-dimensional arrangement. Ensure ceiling fixing points are located on solid ceiling structure or appropriate noggins — do not fix into plasterboard alone without appropriate cavity fixings. Check for concealed services (electrical cables, pipework) before drilling into the ceiling. Due to the panel size, two people are recommended for installation.

Determine the desired suspension height for each panel and cut the wire rope to the appropriate length, allowing for the loop clamp fixing at the ceiling and the panel attachment point. Thread the wire rope through the loop clamp and fix the clamp to the ceiling at the marked position. Attach the wire rope to the panel suspension fixing point and adjust the panel height as required before securing the wire rope in position.

For mixed-size Cloud9 suspended clusters, use a tape measure to set out the centre points of each panel accurately before installing any suspension points.

Frequently Asked Questions

What ceiling height is needed for suspended panels?

There is no minimum ceiling height requirement, but suspended panels work best in rooms where there is enough clearance between the suspended panel and head height to avoid the panel appearing too low. In a standard 2.4m ceiling, a suspension drop of 200–300mm positions the panel visually and acoustically without intruding on the usable space. The wire and clamps can be adjusted to any length to suit your ceiling height.

Are there complementary products to use alongside these panels?

For rooms where both echo control and visual impact are goals, the SoundControl rectangular panels and the Designer range (Cloud9, HexaPanel, Barracuda, and others) can be combined — rectangular panels for broad coverage, designer panels as focal points or accent pieces. All products are available in the same 31 fabric colours, allowing a coordinated scheme across both ranges. If the room also has a noise transmission problem — sound travelling through walls, floors, or ceiling to adjacent spaces — acoustic panels treat the reverberation within the room but do not address sound passage through the structure; that requires a separate soundproofing approach.

Can I see the fabric colours before I order?

A PDF swatch card showing all available fabric colours is available to download here. If you would like a physical fabric sample before committing to a colour, contact us and we will send one out. Given the 2–3 week lead time on all made-to-order panels, confirming the colour against your interior before ordering is worthwhile.

Will acoustic panels actually make a noticeable difference to our office?

In a hard-surfaced office with plasterboard walls, a solid ceiling, and a concrete or hard floor — the standard construction of most commercial fit-outs — reverberation times are typically well above the recommended level for speech intelligibility. Acoustic panels absorb the reflected energy that accumulates in those surfaces, reducing reverberation time and improving clarity. The result is a room where conversations are clearer, background noise feels less intrusive, and sustained concentration is easier. The improvement in a standard office environment is significant and immediately noticeable.

I need panels for a specific project date — can you accommodate a deadline?

Contact us before ordering with your required delivery date and we will confirm whether it is achievable. Lead times are typically 2–3 weeks, but where a project deadline is tight we will do our best to accommodate it. Get in touch and we'll help in any way we can. 

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