How does Jacquard blackout curtains fabric absorb or reduce noise through its fiber structure and fabric thickness?

Jacquard blackout curtain fabric effectively absorbs or reduces noise through its fiber structure and fabric thickness, mainly relying on the density, texture structure and material properties of the fabric. Noise is transmitted through vibrations or sound waves in the air, and the role of curtain fabric is to reduce the transmission efficiency of these sounds through the barrier and absorption of physical structure.

Jacquard fabric is a fabric made by jacquard weaving process. It is characterized by a complex fabric structure, usually made of multiple layers of yarn. This dense fabric structure helps to increase the overall weight and thickness of the fabric, giving it an advantage in sound absorption. Fabrics with higher density can effectively prevent the penetration of sound waves and reduce the transmission of sound through curtains. Heavy fabrics can also produce stronger sound wave reflection and absorption effects, thereby effectively isolating external noise.
Generally speaking, the thicker the curtain fabric, the better it isolates noise. Heavy Jacquard curtains can reduce noise by blocking the direct transmission of sound waves. For example, in urban or busy traffic environments, heavy Jacquard blackout curtains can effectively reduce the impact of noise from the outside world and create a quiet indoor environment.
Jacquard fabrics usually use multi-layer fiber weaving technology, and this multi-layer structure plays an important role in reducing the transmission of noise. The air layer between each layer of fiber can absorb sound vibrations and reduce the reflection and propagation of sound waves. Especially in dense jacquard fabrics, the interweaving and stacking of fibers make it easier to disperse or absorb sound.
Some Jacquard fabrics use elastic fibers (such as polyester fibers), which can deform slightly when vibrated by sound waves, thereby absorbing a certain amount of sound energy. In addition, the fabric texture and fiber structure on the surface of the fabric can also consume the energy of sound waves through tiny vibrations, further enhancing the sound absorption effect of the curtains.

Jacquard fabrics have unique jacquard patterns and fabric surface structures. These patterns not only have beautiful visual effects, but also affect the fabric's sound wave processing ability to a certain extent. The complex texture structure can disrupt the propagation path of sound, causing sound waves to scatter when passing through the fabric, thereby effectively reducing the straight-line propagation of sound. This "sound wave scattering" effect can effectively reduce the penetration of external noise, especially in environments where high-frequency noise (such as traffic noise, human voice, etc.) is more significant. The effect is particularly obvious.
The surface material of a Jacquard fabric (silk, cotton, polyester, etc.) also affects its sound absorption. Rougher surfaces increase the surface area that is in contact with sound waves, which improves sound absorption. Some fabrics may be treated with sound-absorbing fibers or coatings to improve their noise isolation.
The thickness and layered structure of Jacquard curtain fabrics allow it to create a certain air layer, which has a certain degree of sound insulation. The air layer acts as a physical barrier to reduce the ingress of external noise. This layering reduces the efficiency of sound transmission, especially in low-frequency noise (such as traffic noise, machine operation, etc.).
Heavier Jacquard fabrics can further enhance the sound insulation effect by their own weight when hung. Heavier curtains are more likely to reduce the transmission of sound waves when they are impacted by sound waves. This effect is particularly effective in rooms that require a quieter environment, such as bedrooms, music rooms or home theaters.
To further enhance the sound insulation performance of Jacquard curtains, many blackout curtain fabrics may also be combined with other types of soundproofing materials. For example, adding a layer of soundproofing lining (such as a foam layer or a special soundproofing membrane) not only increases the thickness of the curtain, but also improves its ability to isolate noise. The surface texture of the Jacquard fabric combined with the inner soundproofing lining can effectively reduce the entry of external noise, especially suitable for noisy urban environments.

Combined with special coatings or lining materials, the soundproofing effect of Jacquard curtains can be further improved, especially for rooms that require a quiet environment, such as bedrooms, offices, cinemas, etc.