Quick answer: The best way to keep acoustic panels clean in a gym is to place them where hands, bodies and gear do not reach: above head height and on the ceiling. Dust them now and then with a soft brush or a vacuum on a brush head. Do not soak, spray or scrub them, and keep them away from water and steam. For a specific mark, ask us before trying a cleaner.

Key takeaways

  • Mount panels high so hands and gear do not touch them.
  • Dust with a soft brush or brush vacuum.
  • Never soak or spray panels with water.

Where do panels get dirty in a gym?

Panels get marked where people lean, touch or throw things. Low panels near mats, benches and racks get the most marks. Dust and chalk settle on top edges over time. Height is the best protection.

How high should panels go?

Put wall panels above head height where you can, and use ceiling panels in busy areas. They still work well up there, as sound bounces around the whole room. Keep them clear of racks, benches and wall-ball zones. See where to place panels first.

Not sure what your room needs? Send us a photo on WhatsApp or request a free quote. We'll tell you how many panels, where they go and the price. See our gym and studio acoustic panels and recent projects.

Keeping panels clean infographic

How do I dust panels?

Use a soft brush, a lint roller or a vacuum with a soft brush head. Work gently from top to bottom. A light dust every few months keeps them tidy in most gyms.

Gym panel care: do and avoid diagram

What should I avoid?

Do not soak, spray or scrub panels. Keep them away from water, steam, heat and harsh chemicals. Do not use pressure washers or wet mops near them. Fabric panels belong in dry, air-conditioned rooms.

What if a panel gets a mark?

Gently dab with a barely damp cloth and let it dry. Do not rub hard. For anything more than a light mark, send us a photo before you try a cleaner. If a panel is badly damaged, we can re-cover it or replace it in the same colour.

Which colours stay looking clean?

Mid to dark tones like charcoal, navy and dark grey hide marks better than pale colours. Choose lighter colours only for high panels or ceilings. Colour does not change how much sound a panel soaks up. See choosing panel colours.

What about hot yoga rooms?

Heat and humidity are a poor match for fabric panels. Keep panels away from heaters, steam and wet areas. Send photos of the room and we will tell you honestly if it is suitable.

Do panels hold smells?

Good aircon and airflow keep the room fresh. Panels in dry, ventilated rooms stay fine. Do not spray scents or diffuser mist onto the fabric.

What we see on real jobs

Panels mounted low near benches get marked first. Placing them higher at the start saves a lot of cleaning later.

Get a straight answer for your room

Send a photo or short video of your studio or gym floor on WhatsApp (+65 8930 1905), ideally during a class. We'll suggest where panels go, keep them clear of equipment and mirrors, and install outside class times.

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