How does lounge seating affect office acoustics?

Upholstered lounge seating is one of the most effective passive acoustic treatments in an office — fabric and foam absorb mid-to-high frequency sound that hard surfaces reflect. A lounge cluster with an upholstered sofa, two club chairs, and a fabric area rug can reduce reverberation time noticeably in an open plan. High-back lounge chairs and booth seating provide additional acoustic separation. At OfficeFurniture2go.com, we can pair lounge seating recommendations with acoustic panel suggestions — call 1-800-460-0858.