Color Guide
ARO Plank 4
ARO Plank is a wall system composed of modular planks that assemble to create standard patterns, yielding a continuous, acoustically absorptive architectural finish. ARO Plank 4 has three distinct modules: Wide (A), Narrow (B), and Rib (C). Flat planks are accented by ribs, creating a striped, corrugated effect and are available in four standard configurations. The planks install quickly and easily with FilzFelt’s Interlock Mounting System and are available in over ninety colors.
- Designer Architecture Research Office
- Content 100% Wool Design Felt + Akustika 10 Substrate (60% post-consumer recycled content)
- Plank Widths A (Wide): 1’-6” (45.7 cm)
- B (Narrow): 9” (22.9 cm)
- C (Rib): 1 1/8” (2.9 cm)
- Thickness 2 5/8” (6.7 cm) (includes Interlock Mounting System strapping)
- Suggested Patterns ARO Plank 4.1: AC
- ARO Plank 4.2: ACACCACCC
- ARO Plank 4.3: BC
- ARO Plank 4.4: BCBCCBCCC
- Pattern Repeat Widths ARO Plank 4.1: 1’-7 1/8” (48.6 cm) - ARO Plank 4.2: 5’-0 3/4” (154.3 cm) - ARO Plank 4.3: 10 1/8 in (25.7 cm) - ARO Plank 4.4: 2’-9 3/4” (85.7 cm)
- Max. Plank Length 9’-0” (2.74 m)
- Custom Alternative patterns, Spinneybeck© leathers, plank lengths beyond 9’-0”, orientations other than vertical, ceiling mounted, finished plank ends and Interlock Mounting System strapping, and cut-outs are available and must be quoted—details available upon request
- Durability Contract or residential
- Lead Time Made to order and certain lead times will apply
- Installation Planks install with Interlock Mounting System provided (wall fasteners not included)
- Maintenance Vacuum occasionally to remove general air-borne debris. Should soiling occur, spot clean with mild soap and lukewarm water. Avoid aggressive rubbing as this can continue the felting process and change the surface appearance of the felt. Refer to 100% Wool Design Felt Maintenance + Cleaning for detailed care instructions.
- Variation Wool felt is a natural material and color variation and inclusions of natural fiber on the surface are evidence of the 100% natural origin of the material. Product color is only indicative, as it is not possible to assure consistency of color in a natural product due to the natural color of raw wool and absorption of dyes. Color matching cannot be guaranteed between individual planks and expect color variation beyond the normal commercial range.
- Environmental 100% Wool Design Felt is 100% biodegradable/compostable and Akustika 10 contains minimum 60% post-consumer recycled content and is 100% recyclable
- Contains no formaldehyde, no chemical irritants, and free of harmful substances
- 100% Wool Design Felt and Akustika 10 contribute to LEED©
Architecture Research Office
Founded in 1993, Architecture Research Office is led by Stephen Cassell, Kim Yao and Adam Yarinsky. ARO has earned a reputation for elegant, innovative and imaginative architecture born out of relentless exploration and engagement. Through investigation, analysis, and testing, Architecture Research Office creates designs that unite the conceptual and the pragmatic within a strong, compelling vision. This research-driven process enables the firm to operate on a wide variety of projects spanning strategic planning, architecture and urban design, and to craft elegant solutions to seemingly intractable problems.
- Acoustics ASTM C 423: NRC – 0.65, SAA – 0.61
- Colorfastness to Light Class 4–5 (40 hours)
- Colorfastness to Crocking Class 3–4 (wet), Class 4–5 (dry)
- Environmental Living Building Challenge Compliant Oeko-Tex© Standard 100 Certified Product Class II (100% Wool Design Felt + Akustika 10 Substrate)
- Flammability Test reports available upon request