Elevated acoustics. Refined aesthetics. Lower carbon impact.Techlite® is proud to introduce Obsidian Acoustic Foam—a new addition to our acoustic solutions portfolio that pairs world-class sound absorption with a refined, design-forward visual presence. Obsidian is a deep, dark charcoal acoustic foam with subtle blue undertones. Depending on lighting conditions, it can read anywhere from a rich charcoal gray to a dark navy hue—and when installed in high ceilings or low-light environments, it presents as visually black. The result is an acoustic material that integrates seamlessly into contemporary architecture while delivering the performance Techlite is known for. For those requiring an ultimate, rich dark black, obsidian can be coated in our proprietary paint. |
 Obsidian foam under various interior lighting |
Why Obsidian Matters in Acoustic Design
Architects and interior designers increasingly seek acoustic treatments that either disappear into the architecture or make a deliberate visual statement. Obsidian was developed to meet that demand:
- A uniform, through-color material—not a surface coating or applied finish
- Ideal for open ceilings, exposed structures, and design-driven interiors
- Reduced visual contrast and minimized appearance of dust or wear over time
- No secondary facings, wraps, or color treatments required
- Field cuts and on-site trimming require no touch-up or refinishing
The result is an acoustic solution that aligns naturally with modern material palettes and architectural intent—without visual compromise.
Proven Performance. Inherent Safety.Obsidian Acoustic Foam delivers the same intrinsic material advantages expected from high-performance melamine acoustics:
For Techlite® customers, this means uncompromised acoustic control and fire-life-safety confidence—now with expanded aesthetic flexibility. |
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A More Sustainable Acoustic Choice
Obsidian Acoustic Foam supports sustainability-focused projects and environmental reporting requirements through a reduced-impact manufacturing approach:
- Significantly lower product carbon footprint compared to traditional acoustic foams
- Manufactured using renewable electricity
- Fossil-based raw materials partially replaced with renewable feedstocks
- Transparent, mass-balance accounting to support ESG documentation
This makes Obsidian an ideal choice for projects where acoustic performance, design integrity, and environmental responsibility intersect.
How Techlite® Uses Obsidian Acoustic Foam
Techlite offers Obsidian across a wide range of custom acoustic solutions, including:
- Architectural wall and ceiling panels
- Suspended baffles and ceiling clouds
- Custom-fabricated forms for interior noise control
- Applications where sound control, fire safety, and visual integration are equally critical
As with all Techlite® acoustic solutions, Obsidian products are supported by expert consultation, design assistance, and precision fabrication.
Sound Control That Looks as Good as It Performs
Obsidian Acoustic Foam represents a new standard in architectural acoustics—where performance, safety, sustainability, and visual restraint converge. Techlite® is proud to offer this solution to architects and designers who refuse to compromise between how a space sounds and how it looks.
Plan ahead for good acoustics—don’t just hope it works.