NY Panels
  • Home
  • Sound Ratings
  • More
    • Home
    • Sound Ratings
NY Panels
  • Home
  • Sound Ratings

Sound Ratings

STC ratings measure how much sound a movable wall blocks. Higher numbers mean better sound control and more privacy.

STC 35 — Basic Separation

Conversations can be heard and understood.
Best for multi-purpose spaces and low privacy areas. 

STC 45 — Standard Privacy

Voices are audible but difficult to understand.
Common for offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, synagogues, and most event spaces. 

STC 52 — Strong Sound Control

Conversations are hard to understand through the wall.
Ideal for conference rooms, boardrooms, healthcare spaces, and simultaneous events. 

STC 55–56 — Maximum Privacy

Speech is barely noticeable.
Best for executive spaces and areas requiring the highest level of speech privacy.

Important: Sound Control Depends on the Entire Opening A high STC wall only performs properly when the entire opening is sealed correctly. Sound leaks through: Gaps around the wall Unsealed ceilings Poor floor seals Doors Windows HVAC openings Adjacent walls or construction Even one small unsealed area can dramatically reduce sound performance.

NY Panels

Copyright © 2026 NY Panels - All Rights Reserved.

Powered by

This website uses cookies.

We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.

Accept