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FeltVibe® Polyester Fiber Felt
A versatile building and interior material made from recycled PET bottles, delivering high performance in acoustics, sound and thermal insulation.
✓100% PET fibre✓Min. 60% recycled✓3–24 mm panels✓NRC up to 0.90✓OEKO-TEX® Class 1★EN 13501-1 B-s1,d0
Overview
Felt that controls sound and frees design
FeltVibe® PET felt is produced by bonding polyester fibre, recovered from post-consumer plastic beverage bottles, through needle-punching and thermal bonding. Its open-cell structure absorbs sound effectively, reduces reverberation and improves speech intelligibility.
Lightweight, impact-resistant and easy to process, it is used in wall and ceiling systems, office dividers, furniture and building insulation. It can be cut, thermoformed, printed and patterned.
3–24 mmPanel thickness; 1.5 mm felt fabric option
0,90NRC value (24 mm, mounted with 20 cm air gap)
3,000 mmMaximum production width (Arketa)
100+Standard colours; custom colour production for projects
Product Family
FeltVibe® Collections
Each collection meets a different need: high acoustic performance, fire safety, moisture resistance or a decorative surface.
Acoustic PET felt panels
Core range
ARKETA
High-performance PET felt panel available in a range of thicknesses, densities and acoustic performance levels. 12 solid and 8 melange colours.
100% recycled
ARKETA ECOCO
All fibre, including the non-melting components, is recycled PET. No-melt technology provides high thermal stability and a natural, easy-to-clean surface.
Laminated
ICHOS Solid / Heathered
Combines the acoustic core of ARKETA with the soft texture of SATIS felt fabric, offering unlimited colour and texture combinations.
Fire safety
ARKETA-FR
Class A fire-rated panel tested to ASTM E84 (FSI 5, SDI 0). For projects with demanding fire regulations.
Moisture resistance
ICHOS-WR
Its hydrophobic structure repels water and resists mould and damp; for humid interiors and covered outdoor areas. AATCC 35 rain test.
Printed and patterned panels
Digital print
VIBE PRINT
High-resolution inkjet printing applies patterns, graphics and corporate imagery directly to the felt surface.
Ultrasonic pattern
PINSONIC PRINT
Seamless patterns and textures on felt using heat and ultrasonic technology. Three pattern options, numerous colours.
Felt fabrics (roll)
80 colours
SATIS
Decorative 1.5 mm PET felt fabric; 40 melange and 40 solid colours, in 30-metre rolls. Fast custom production in corporate colours.
Dot-coated
VIBE DOT
Dot-coated PET felt fabric; an acoustic and decorative covering applied directly to surfaces.
Natural wool
ARKETA WOOL
Premium felt made from organic sheep’s wool: naturally flame-retardant, chemical-free and biodegradable.
* NRC values depend on mounting conditions (adhesive fixing, air gap). Consult our technical team for project-specific values.
Technical Data
Specifications — ARKETA
General properties
- Raw material
- 100% PET, min. 60% recycled
- Production method
- Needle-punching + thermal bonding, adhesive-free
- Production width
- 250 – 3,000 mm
- Thickness tolerance
- ±0.5 mm · weight ±10%
- Fire classification
- EN 13501-1 B-s1,d0 (adhesive-bonded)
- Upholstery fire test
- EN 1021-1 (cigarette)
- Emissions
- Free from VOCs, formaldehyde, phenol and phthalates
- Health certification
- OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, Class 1
Thickness, weight and performance
| Thickness | Weight | Sound absorption (NRC) | Thermal conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 mm | 550 g/m² | — | — |
| 5 mm | 700 g/m² | — | — |
| 6 mm | 1,100 g/m² | — | — |
| 9 mm | 1,100 g/m² | 0.30 (no air gap) | 0.0446 W/m·K |
| 9 mm | 2,000 g/m² | — | — |
| 12 mm | 2,400 g/m² | 0.45 (no air gap) · 0.85 (20 cm air gap) | 0.0507 W/m·K |
| 18 mm | 3,000 g/m² | 0.85 (20 cm air gap) | 0.0429 W/m·K |
| 24 mm | 3,700 g/m² | 0.90 (20 cm air gap) | 0.0411 W/m·K |
Acoustic tests were carried out at BLX Acoustic Research Laboratory to ISO / ASTM standards. Test reports and technical data sheets for other collections are available on request.
Colour Card
Colours
The ARKETA standard collection comprises 12 solid and 8 melange colours. Extended to 80 colours with SATIS, the palette can be expanded further with custom colour production.
ARKETA Solid
R-1 GravelR-2 Sand BeigeR-3 ApricotR-4 Chinese RedR-5 KiwiR-6 Indigo BuntingR-7 BlackR-8 Celery GreenR-9 Classic WhiteR-10 Light GrayR-11 GrayR-12 Dark Gray
ARKETA Melange
M-1 Ecru GrayM-2 Taupe StoneM-3 Golden OchreM-4 Brick RedM-5 Moss GreenM-6 Ocean BlueM-7 Sage GrayM-8 Pistachio Green
On-screen colours are indicative. For final colour selection, request a physical sample card or download the technical data sheet and colour card (PDF) for reference.
Applications
Where is it used?
Wall
Acoustic wall panels
Flat, V-cut, 3D-formed and printed panels; reverberation control in offices, education and hospitality spaces.
Ceiling & Office
Baffles, dividers, lighting
Ceiling baffles, canopies, suspended and desk dividers, and acoustic lighting for comfortable acoustics in open-plan offices.
Building
Thermal and acoustic insulation
Impact sound and thermal insulation under screeds and floors, in heavy and lightweight walls and in ceiling systems.
Key Features
Why FeltVibe®?
Acoustic
Open-cell structure absorbs sound and reduces reverberation.
Fire-resistant
B-s1,d0; ASTM E84 Class A for the FR range.
Thermal insulation
Thermal conductivity of 0.041–0.051 W/m·K.
Durable
Resistant to impact, abrasion and deformation.
Recycled
Made from PET bottles; production waste is reused.
Healthy indoor environment
Free from VOCs, formaldehyde and phthalates.
Antibacterial
Surface suitable for hygiene-sensitive areas.
Pinnable
Can be used as a pin board and presentation surface.
Printable
Suitable for digital printing and ultrasonic patterning.
Lightweight
Easy handling, fast and clean installation.
Easy to process
Can be cut, CNC-routed and thermoformed.
Easy to clean
Low maintenance, long service life.
Sustainability
From waste to high-performance material
The production process uses no adhesives and generates no wastewater or emissions. Cutting offcuts are 100% recycled back into production.
CollectionPost-consumer plastic beverage bottles are collected and diverted from landfill.
Conversion to fibreThe bottles are cleaned, shredded and melted into natural white fibre.
Felt productionClean, odourless fibre is turned into adhesive-free felt by needle-punching and thermal bonding.
Colour and formThe felt is coloured, printed and processed into products such as panels, baffles and dividers.
For more information, visit our Sustainability page.
Quality and Compliance
Certificates and Test Reports
| Document / Test | Scope |
|---|---|
| OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 | Class 1 — free from harmful substances (Annex 6) |
| EN 13501-1 (SBI) | Fire classification B-s1,d0 (adhesive-bonded application) — Efectis |
| ASTM E84 | Class A, FSI 5 / SDI 0 — ARKETA-FR |
| EN 1021-1 | Ignitability of upholstery materials (cigarette test) |
| Sound absorption tests | ISO / ASTM — BLX Acoustic Research Laboratory |
| Thermal conductivity | 9 / 12 / 18 / 24 mm test reports |
| VOC & formaldehyde emissions | Emissions test report |
| HPD v2.3 · EPD | Health Product Declaration and Environmental Product Declaration |
| AATCC 35 | Water resistance / rain test — ICHOS-WR |
All certificates and test reports are shared on request for your project file.
Gallery
From Our Projects
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FeltVibe® felt made of?
It is made from 100% polyester (PET) fibre; in the ARKETA range at least 60% of the fibre comes from recycled PET bottles. ARKETA ECOCO is made entirely from recycled PET.
What thicknesses are available?
Acoustic panels are available in 3, 5, 6, 9, 12, 18 and 24 mm; SATIS and VIBE DOT felt fabrics in 1.5 mm; ARKETA WOOL in 2.5–3.5 mm.
What is the sound absorption performance?
Depending on thickness and mounting, the NRC value ranges from 0.30 (9 mm, no air gap) to 0.90 (24 mm, 20 cm air gap).
What is the fire classification?
ARKETA is classified B-s1,d0 (adhesive-bonded) to EN 13501-1. For higher requirements, ARKETA-FR achieves Class A to ASTM E84.
Can it be used in humid areas?
Yes. ICHOS-WR has a hydrophobic structure that repels water and resists mould and damp; it is suitable for wet rooms and covered outdoor areas.
Are custom colours or prints possible?
Yes. VIBE PRINT offers digital printing and PINSONIC ultrasonic patterning; SATIS can be produced in your corporate colour.
Ordering
Orders & Samples
Minimum order
Minimum order quantities depend on the product and the degree of customisation. We confirm them together with your quote.
Samples
Samples are available on request. Tell us which product and specification you would like to test.
Lead time
Lead times depend on order size and specification and are confirmed in our offer.
Customisation
Ask us about custom sizes, colours, packaging or private label – we will check what is possible for your product.
Let’s choose the right felt for your project together
Share your space, acoustic targets and fire requirements; we will recommend the right collection and send samples and a colour card.