The printer is running at full speed, the phones are in constant use, and two colleagues are engaged in an intense work discussion – these sounds, along with numerous other sources of noise, are part of everyday office life. Continuous noise exposure can have a negative impact on the working atmosphere and productivity. A moss room divider can reduce the noise level in a particularly stylish way.
This is why offices are particularly susceptible to noise
Around 15% of all office employees work in open-plan offices. Another twenty percent share their workspace with up to five other people. In addition, numerous other employees go about their daily work in spacious lobbies or reception areas. They all share the challenge of working with concentration in a noisy environment. The sources of noise – from typing on a keyboard to the buzzing coffee machine and all the conversations taking place – are often amplified by modern office architecture. Trends such as industrial design and minimalism in furnishings reflect sound instead of absorbing it. Hard surfaces made of concrete and glass also transmit noise unfiltered.
When all these factors come together, the so-called Lombard effect occurs. This phenomenon states that people surrounded by acoustic sources of interference automatically raise the pitch and volume of their voice when speaking – even if this would not be necessary to be understood by their counterpart. A vicious circle develops in which everyone present subconsciously escalates their speaking volume, thus additionally contributing to the poor room acoustics. Furnishing tricks such as a sound-absorbing office partition wall can prevent the Lombard effect and even reverse it: low background noise automatically leads most people to speak with a quieter voice.
The severe consequences of poor acoustics in the workplace
An increased noise level in the office has an almost immediate negative impact. Employees find it difficult to concentrate, take longer to complete their tasks, and are more prone to errors. In the long term, constant noise has much worse consequences. Due to the constant noise in the office, the stress level rises, and other burdens such as deadline pressure or difficult customer calls on the phone are multiplied by the noise factor. Dissatisfaction with the job grows, and a permanently noisy office can also be detrimental to health. Studies, for example, attribute an increased risk of sleep disorders and cardiovascular diseases to stress caused by noise.
As an entrepreneur, the well-being of your employees is doubly important to you. In addition to the important human component, good room acoustics are also the best decision for optimal productivity and the growth of your company. Satisfied and relaxed employees work with greater concentration, are sick less often, and stay with the team longer. Even with small changes in your office space, you can significantly improve the acoustic corporate climate.
Acoustic room dividers with moss: The insider tip for a quiet open-plan office
Transforming an echoing open-plan office into an oasis of calm – with the right furnishings, this is no magic trick! There are many ways to improve room acoustics. These include, for example, acoustic ceiling sails, acoustic curtains, and classic partition walls. Definitely the greenest option – which also brings several other benefits in addition to better room acoustics – is an acoustic partition system made of moss.
The trendy moss partition wall absorbs up to 100% of the incident sound in the speech-relevant frequency range, depending on the type of moss, thanks to a miracle material from nature. Preserved ball moss shows the best effect here. But walls made of Iceland moss and forest moss also contribute to better acoustics. The certified measured values of all moss types can be found in the article Improving room acoustics with moss. The experts at Greenfinity will be happy to help you choose the acoustic wall greening suitable for your office needs.
The placement of the dividing elements is also crucial for success. Many modern companies opt for so-called office islands. The room dividers with sound-absorbing moss are integrated in such a way that they visually and acoustically separate different teams while simultaneously ensuring seamless communication within an island team.
A moss room divider: These are the advantages!
Installing one or more green walls in the office might initially sound like extra work and a lot of effort. But this impression is deceptive! An acoustic and privacy screen wall made of moss from Greenfinity requires no maintenance. The moss, preserved through a special process, needs neither water nor special lighting conditions. Even dust hardly settles on the moss. Nevertheless, it is 100% natural and looks exactly like it.
Another advantage: As a freestanding element, a room divider works from both sides and absorbs sound from multiple directions. Reducing noise sources is not the only positive effect on the working climate. Natural materials, the use of moss, and the color green are proven components of a first-class office atmosphere, subconsciously providing good mood and serenity. Greenfinity products combine these aspects in a particularly stylish and simultaneously practical way.
More than an office soundproofing solution: The moss room divider as a visual highlight of your corporate premises
All moss room dividers from Greenfinity are custom-made and individually manufactured according to your requirements and wishes. In addition to size and color, you also decide whether the natural office room divider should be covered with moss on one or both sides, and whether it will have a fixed place or practically sit on castors for even more flexibility in room division. Additionally, the moss wall for acoustic improvement can be branded with the lettering or logos of your company. This combination gives your company a young and trendy visual appeal. Especially if clients regularly visit your office space, a moss wall with a logo makes a great impression that will be remembered.
With these tips, working in the office becomes even more pleasant!
Installing a moss partition wall is the first and most important step towards less noise in the office. A few additional tricks further enhance the positive effect:
- Felt glides for chairs and coasters for coffee cups eliminate annoying background noises
- Decorate cold, empty walls with pictures – whether classic motifs or another moss creation like a moss picture, a hexagon wall panel set, or similar
- Use additional plants to further absorb sound
Conclusion
The green room dividers from Greenfinity combine practical utility with cool design. They are the first choice for office furnishings that demonstrably improve room acoustics. Your employees and clients will immediately appreciate the quiet atmosphere.
If you would like to purchase one of our moss room dividers, we are happily at your disposal for an individual consultation.
