How to Measure Acoustic Panels for Your Living Room

When you’re upgrading your living room with acoustic wall panels, accuracy is everything. A few extra minutes with a tape measure now can save you from under-ordering or being left with unnecessary waste later. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the exact process our Easy Panels team recommends so you can measure confidently and get the perfect fit.

Our premium acoustic panels are designed to make a difference to your everyday comfort. In a living room, they:

• Reduce echo and unwanted noise — ideal for open-plan spaces.

• Improve sound quality for TV, films, and music.

• Add a stylish finish with a textured, high-end look.

Decide whether you want to cover:

• One wall — usually the wall with the TV or main seating area.

• Multiple walls — for better sound control in large rooms.
  
  

Full height or partial height — full wall coverage has maximum effect, but partial height can create a design-led style while still improving acoustics. Our 120 x 60cm acoustic panels are designed for these types of projects.

• 5m+ measuring tape (steel tape for accuracy)

• Pencil and notepad (or your phone)

• Spirit level (useful if your home has older walls that aren’t perfectly straight)

• Stepladder for high ceilings

Living rooms often include large walls, alcoves, or areas around fireplaces. Taking careful measurements ensures panels sit neatly without gaps or uneven edges.

1. Measure the Wall Width

• Start at one corner and measure to the other at skirting board height.
• Repeat at mid-wall and near the ceiling to check for any variation — walls are rarely perfectly straight.
• For acoustic panels with a felt backing, the MDF and veneer face is rigid, so it’s safer to work from the smallest measurement you record. This prevents the panel from jamming in tighter spots. The felt can compress slightly, but the front surface can’t, so cutting to the largest measurement risks damaging the panel during installation.

2. Measure the Wall Height

• Measure from the top of the skirting board to the ceiling.
• If you’re only covering part of the wall, measure from the skirting to your desired height.
• Take measurements in at least two or three spots and again use the smallest figure. Leave a 1–3 mm expansion gap at the top or bottom, which you can cover with trim for a clean finish.

3. Note Any Obstacles

• Record the size and position of doors, windows, sockets, radiators, or other obstructions.

• For each, note the height from the floor and the distance from the nearest corner.

• Having this info will make cutting easier and reduce costly mistakes.

4. Calculate How Many Panels You'll Need

Our acoustic panels come in four standard sizes (height × width):

• 120 × 60 cm — covers 0.72 m²

• 240 × 60 cm — covers 1.44 m²

• 260 × 60 cm — covers 1.56 m²

• 280 × 60 cm — covers 1.68 m²

Here’s the calculation:

1. Multiply your wall’s width × height (in metres) to get the total surface area.

2. Check the coverage for your chosen panel size from the list above.

3. Divide the total wall area by the panel’s coverage.

4. Always round up to the nearest whole panel — it’s better to have extra than to fall short.

Example:
If your wall is 3 m wide × 2.4 m high, the total area is 7.2 m².

Using 240 × 60 cm panels (1.44 m² each): 7.2 ÷ 1.44 = 5 panels needed.

Tip: When calculating height for full wall coverage, always use the smallest height measurement from Step 2. This ensures your panels fit across the entire wall without having to shave too much off the top or bottom.

• Plan your joins — decide if you want the panels to run perfectly vertical or in a specific pattern.
  
  

• Check your wall surface — the smoother it is, the easier installation will be. Fill large holes or uneven areas before starting.
  
  

• Dry-fit first — lay the panels out on the floor to visualise the final look and confirm the order before fixing them to the wall.

Once you’ve got your measurements, simply select the number of panels you need from our Acoustic Panels Collection and don’t forget the end trims designed for acoustic panels and adhesive. If you’re unsure, our customer service team can check your measurements before you order, making sure you’re getting it right the first time.