The primary distinction between Ecophon and Rockfon lies in the construction materials of their respective products. Ecophon tiles incorporate glass wool, while Rockfon tiles incorporate stone wool. Both companies produce acoustic ceilings that surpass standard mineral fibre ceilings in sound absorption, making other factors such as material properties, appearance and the needs of the space more important influences on the choice. RCT carries Ecophon Advantage and Rockfon Arctic ranges, both of which are premium and economically accessible acoustic tiles. This guide highlights the differences between these products to assist you in making a choice.
The primary distinction is between glass wool and stone wool.
Ecophon uses glass woolRockfon stone wool glass wool is a highly dense, non-directional fiber that is very efficient in sound trapping. It has a white color and good environmental credentials. Stone wool– Rockfon’s stone wool is made of volcanic rock, which comes with fire resistance and moisture tolerance. The two types of wool have sound absorption, and their materials determine the difference in fire and humidity behavior.
Fire performance
Compared to glass wool, stone wool has some benefits. For instance, Rockfon stone wool is non-combustible which means that Rockfon tiles attain a high reaction to fire classification and generate low smoke. While Ecophon glass wool has a positive reaction to fire, she stone wool is better when it comes to fire rating. With projects that have stringent fire safety requirements, these are some of the priorities to focus on alongside the defined build-up and the classifications on the data sheets.
Moisture tolerance
In terms of water resistance, stone wool has another advantage over glass wool. While glass wool can absorb moisture, stone wool keeps Rockfon tiles dimensionally stable. Thus, unlike Ecophon glass wool which has humidity resistance, stone wool is a better choice in consistently humid environments.
Acoustics and finish
Sound absorption of standard mineral fibre tiles is outperformed by Ecophon Advantage and Rockfon Artic tiles. \In some spaces, noise control can be done sufficiently using either. The two are also available in white finishes and light reflectance. Because there are only slight differences between the two product ranges, it is usually the fire and moisture considerations, aesthetic finishes, and alignment with existing ceilings that are the deciding factors.
Head-to-head summary
How to decide
Choose materials according to how they’ll be used. To achieve higher fire ratings and increased moisture tolerances,Rockfon Articstone wool is preferred. However, the environmental credentials of glass wool acoustic tiles are better,Ecophon Advantageis preferred. In general office spaces, both options work well, which is why finish, availability, and price are often the deciding factors. For a more in-depth view from the stone wool perspective, see our companion guide in the Rockfon cluster.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ecophon or Rockfon better for acoustics?
Both the Ecophon Advantage and Rockfon Arctic tiles RCT stocks outperform standard mineral fibre tiles in sound absorption. The factors of decision typically rest with fire, moisture and finish controls.
Which is better for fire performance?
For Ecophon, glass wool has a good reaction-to-fire performance, while stone wool has better performance. Rockfon usually provides superior performance. Its stone wool is non-combustible and therefore has a very high rating.
Which is better in humid conditions?
Rockfon stone wool has a better natural ability to repel water and maintain its size and shape than Ecophon glass wool, which has only fair humidity resistance. Stone wool is generally better in consistently humid environments.
Which tiles does RCT stock?
RCT stocks the Ecophon Advantage (glass wool) and Rockfon Artic (stone wool) ranges, which are affordable, high-performance acoustic tiles available in multiple standard sizes and edge details.
Compare both in stock — see our Ecophon category page and our Rockfon range side by side.
Not sure which suits your project? Call 01939 251 450 for an impartial recommendation, or request a bulk quote for either range.
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