Black Sound Absorbing Panels

Dakota Panels are economical black acoustic panels designed to seamlessly integrate into commercial spaces with black ceilings, such as restaurants featuring black corrugated metal decks or wood grille drop ceilings. These panels effectively reduce noise while preserving the aesthetic integrity of your venue.

Key Features

  • Dimensions: Each panel measures 4’ x 8’ x 2” thick.

  • Color: Matte black finish designed to visually disappear into black ceiling systems.

  • Mounting: Panels mount flush to the ceiling using heavy-duty construction adhesive and insulation stick pins (not included).

  • Durability: Dimensionally stable. Will not shrink, warp, rot, or corrode.

  • Fire Rating: Class A fire-rated per ASTM E84.

Questions?  Call 1-800-638-9355

How Many Panels Do You Need?

To determine the correct number of Dakota Panels for your space, we recommend using our free Room Analysis. Our support team will review your room dimensions, ceiling height, and surface finishes to generate a customized treatment plan with a target coverage amount. This helps ensure you get the best possible results for your investment.

Common Applications for Dakota Panels

  • Restaurants and bars with exposed ceilings

  • Breweries and taprooms

  • Music venues and nightclubs

  • Theaters and performance spaces

  • Retail stores with black ceiling grids or open-deck ceilings

  • Offices with industrial-style design

  • Lobbies and reception areas with wood grille ceilings

  • Conference rooms and meeting spaces

  • Event centers and banquet halls

  • Studio spaces and rehearsal rooms

Black dakota panels sitting on top of wood slat ceiling

Pricing

Dakota Panels are sold in packages of (4), providing 128 sq. ft. of coverage per box. The pricing shown here reflects the most popular variant of the product – 2″ thick, 3.0 PCF version. Contact us to get pricing for the other variants.

Orders can be placed by calling our sales desk at 1-800-638-9355 or by placing your order online.

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Size
Thickness/Density
Box Price
4' x 8' (4-pack)
2" / 3.0 PCF
$560

Installation Tips

Dakota Panels are designed for easy, secure installation. Mount them directly to the ceiling using heavy-duty construction adhesive in combination with insulation stick pins. For ceilings with a corrugated metal deck, insulation pins are especially important to provide additional anchoring support.

Each panel measures 4′ x 8′, but they can be trimmed to size using a standard utility knife. Cut panels as needed and space them evenly across your ceiling for a clean, uniform look and consistent acoustic performance.

Questions?  Call 1-800-638-9355

Dakota Panel close up

Sound Test Results

Frequency
125
250
500
1k
2k
4k
NRC
R-Value
1" / 3.0 PCF
0.06
0.25
0.62
0.91
0.99
0.98
.70
4.30
2" / 3.0 PCF
0.18
0.71
1.12
1.12
1.03
1.02
1.00
8.60
1" / 6.0 PCF
0.30
0.34
0.68
0.87
0.97
1.06
0.70
4.30
2" / 6.0 PCF
0.39
0.63
1.06
1.13
1.09
1.10
1.00
8.60
125
250
500
1k
1" / 3.0 PCF
0.06
0.25
0.62
0.91
2" / 3.0 PCF
0.18
0.71
1.12
1.12
1" / 6.0 PCF
0.30
0.34
0.68
0.87
2" / 6.0 PCF
0.39
0.63
1.06
1.13
2k
4k
NRC
R-Value
1" / 3.0 PCF
0.99
0.98
.70
4.30
2" / 3.0 PCF
1.03
1.02
1.00
8.60
1" / 6.0 PCF
0.97
1.06
0.70
4.30
2" / 6.0 PCF
1.09
1.10
1.00
8.60
See Spec Sheet

This product is class A fire rated and approved for use in any public venue.

* Test results available upon request

Shipping

Dakota Panels are shrink-wrapped and shipped on pallets via common carrier direct to your project site. For questions related to your installation, call our help desk at 1-800-638-9355.

Shipping/Receiving Terms & Conditions
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Free Room Analysis

Our popular Room Analysis is complimentary. This innovative tool is designed to define the framework for your acoustical treatment and quote your project.

Room Analysis Quote

Your Room Analysis

To calculate your recommended <strong>Dakota Panel</strong> coverage amounts, we need to know your room’s dimensions & surfaces.   Submit those here, and we will quote your upcoming sound panel project.  Call 1-800-638-9355 for any questions.

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