Curved walls and rounded features can give an interior a softer, more continuous feel. Flexible acoustic panels offer a way to carry a surface treatment around these forms, creating a coordinated transition between flat and curved areas.
The result depends on choosing a panel designed for the intended application. Flexibility varies with construction, backing and the direction of the bend. Check the permitted bending radius and fitting instructions before planning a curved wall, column or other feature; a panel described as flexible is not necessarily suitable for every curve.
A considered finish from edge to edge
Think about the position of joints, exposed ends and adjoining materials early in the design. Colour and texture should work with both the curved feature and the wider room. Acoustic ratings, where available, relate to the tested product and installation method.
In Maltese homes, reception areas and hospitality interiors, a carefully detailed curved feature can bring warmth and a more fluid sense of space.