6 Reasons Why Customers Choose The Panel Hub® Over WoodUpp
100% Real Wood Veneer
TPH® SoundPanel® → Built with 100% real wood veneer. Each slat is finished on three sides with smooth, furniture-grade edges. The result is no raw cuts, no sharp corners, and a premium look from every viewing angle, the kind of detail usually found in custom millwork.
WoodUpp Akupanel → Uses a standard veneer where the edges are typically left exposed and unfinished. From the side or close-up, the panels can reveal rough cuts and lack the refined detail expected in high-end interiors
The difference: SoundPanel® delivers a seamless, polished appearance worthy of a designer showroom. Akupanel can look “cut to size” instead of crafted for a luxury finish.
Acoustic Performance
TPH® SoundPanel® → Engineered not only to reduce echo within the same room but also to cut down on room-to-room noise transfer. This means conversations, TV sound, or music stay more contained, creating true privacy and a calmer environment.
WoodUpp Akupanel → Primarily designed for echo control within a space. While it helps reduce reverberation and improve sound clarity, it is not focused on limiting sound transfer between rooms.
The difference: SoundPanel® provides real acoustic separation, making it ideal for home offices, bedrooms, or meeting rooms where privacy and peace of mind truly matter.
Installation, Speed, and Pricing
TPH® SoundPanel® → Designed for fast results. Panels can be DIY-installed in under 2 hours, or you can choose free professional installation on orders over $2,000. Because TPH® sells factory-direct with no distributor markups, pricing stays fair and panels ship within days, not weeks.
WoodUpp Akupanel → Only available as DIY installation, with no complimentary pro install service. As an imported European product sold through third-party distributors, pricing is higher and shipping often takes longer.
The difference: With SoundPanel®, you save both time and money. You get a professional finish faster, without hidden costs or contractor delays.
Certifications and Durability
TPH® SoundPanel® → Every panel is built with responsibly sourced wood veneer from North America and Europe. Panels carry full FSC® certification, backed by EPD documentation, and are Class A Fire-Rated for safety. This makes them suitable not only for homes but also for commercial spaces that demand strict compliance.
WoodUpp Akupanel → Offers FSC Mix certification, but only on select products and not across all variants. Fire-rating is more limited, which can restrict usage in certain projects where safety codes are important.
The difference: SoundPanel® provides peace of mind with higher certification standards and proven durability, ensuring your investment is safe, sustainable, and future-proof.
Edge Finish and Detailing
TPH® SoundPanel® → Every panel is built with responsibly sourced wood veneer from North America and Europe. Panels carry full FSC® certification, backed by EPD documentation, and are Class A Fire-Rated for safety. This makes them suitable not only for homes but also for commercial spaces that demand strict compliance.
WoodUpp Akupanel → Offers FSC Mix certification, but only on select products and not across all variants. Fire-rating is more limited, which can restrict usage in certain projects where safety codes are important.
The difference: SoundPanel® provides peace of mind with higher certification standards and proven durability, ensuring your investment is safe, sustainable, and future-proof.
Warranty and Return Policy
TPH® SoundPanel® → Backed by a 5-year warranty that protects your investment long-term. On top of that, TPH® offers a 60-day free return policy, giving customers the confidence to try the panels risk-free. If the style or fit isn’t right, returns are simple and hassle-free.
WoodUpp Akupanel → Warranty coverage is more limited, and return policies vary depending on the distributor or retailer. This often means less clarity and more restrictions, which can make buyers feel uncertain about making a purchase.
The difference: With SoundPanel®, buyers enjoy peace of mind and flexibility, knowing they are fully supported before and after installation. Akupanel provides less protection, leaving customers with fewer options if expectations are not met.
See How TPH® Panels Compares
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WoodUpp Akupanel | Other Retailers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Materials | Real Wood | Wood veneer | Unknown |
| 3-Sided Surface | |||
| Smooth Edges | Rounded | ||
| Noise Reduction | Superior | Moderate | Varies |
| Professional Install | Free min $2,000 | ||
| Free Returns | 60 Days | 100 Days | Varies |
| Free Shipping | Varies | ||
| Warranty | 5 Years | Unknown | |
| SHOP SOUNDPANEL® |
See How TPH® Panels Compares
From real wood surfaces to professional installation, experience the difference in every detail.