A luxury chain hotel in the Caribbean sought to revamp its poolside audio system. Their wireless Bluetooth speakers, embedded into stone benches and planters, were suffering from exposure to chlorine vapors, UV rays, and high humidity. Steel mesh grilles corroded within weeks, plastic alternatives warped or yellowed, and customer complaints about distorted music escalated.
The resort aimed to maintain clean, immersive sound while ensuring aesthetic uniformity across the entire pool zone. The requirement: A grille solution that delivers clarity, repels water, resists corrosion, and integrates into a refined hospitality atmosphere.
We recommended a 5052-H34 aluminum sheet, laser perforated with 1.0 mm holes at 2.0 mm pitch to maintain 39% open area. This allowed unhindered audio flow for Bluetooth frequency ranges (20Hz–20kHz) while resisting UV degradation and chemical corrosion.
The sheet was finished with fluoropolymer coating for anti-fading, plus a hydrophobic layer that caused water to bead and roll off instantly, avoiding speaker cone blockage.
Our designs followed ASTM B117 and ISO 2812 corrosion testing protocols. Related projects: Anti-Slip Panels, Decorative Panels
To prevent buzz at mid-to-high volume, our engineering team embedded polymer vibration dampers between the grille frame and the speaker surface. A dual-layer air buffer (2mm spacing front and rear) helped manage pressure release during bass bursts. Thermal expansion slots were micro-milled along edge seams to accommodate 40°C+ temperature spikes.
Our methods were guided by Acoustical Society of America resonance suppression recommendations and Architectural Digest outdoor product integration case studies.
Guest ratings for poolside sound clarity increased by 57%
Zero rust or fading after 8 months of direct exposure
Bluetooth pairing distances improved due to better electromagnetic transparency
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For hospitality brands, every sensory detail impacts guest memory. When music plays clearly during a sunset cocktail or a morning yoga session, the perception of luxury is amplified. This grille solution was not just functional—it was an acoustic branding asset that aligned with the resort’s five-star promise.
If you're facing speaker distortion, corrosion, or signal dropouts in pool or spa zones, we have the engineering and aesthetic solutions ready to go. Our acoustic grilles are trusted by architects and audio technicians globally.
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