• ARO Block 4 Install
  • ARO Block 4 - Angle detail
  • ARO Block 4 - tile detail
  • ARO Block 4 - tile detail
  • ARO Block 4 - edge detail
  • ARO Block 4
  • ARO Block 4 -chamfered tile detail
  • ARO Block 4 - chamfered  tile detail
  • ARO Block 4 - chamfered edge detail

Color Guide

487 Pfirsich 023 Koralle 945 Drachenfrucht 221 Himbeere 136 Weinrot 209 Bordeaux 102 Kirsche 201 Rot 125 Tomate 179 Hellrot 180 Terracotta 173 Mango 105 Rost 573 Kupfer 116 Orange 495 Abricot 124 Gelb 131 Honig 509 Kamel 550 Ocker 274 Senf 108 Zitrone 403 Mais 535 Sesam 203 Vanille 027 Kartause 384 Lind 713 Kiwi 377 Maigrün 732 Farn 378 Oliv 260 Sprießen 343 D’Grün 435 Smaragd 625 Pinie 248 Jade 472 Minze 575 Salbei 483 Adria 548 Türkis 312 Lagune 345 Pazifik 308 Petrol 698 Dunst 405 Stahl 215 Meer 540 Ozean 533 Indigo 282 D’Blau 111 Traube 626 Azur 647 Kobalt 686 Enzian 272 Royal 286 H’Blau 995 Wasser 458 Bewölkt 284 Himmel 613 Gletscher 551 Eis 113 Immergrün 099 Lila 667 Amethyst 242 Pink 640 Granat 634 Erröten 671 Pfingstrose 255 Flieder 269 Violett 437 Aubergine 250 Trüffelbraun 220 Rehbraun 411 Alpaka 190 Natur-meliert 200 Natur 331 Sahara 311 Mandel 467 Sand 481 Sandstein 100 Wollweiß 110 Rohweiß 160 Beige 529 Champagner 150 Weiß 428 Silber 427 Stein 021 Beton 170 Asche 423 Hellgrau 408 Taupe 175 Graphit 425 Taubengrau 446 Kohle 300 Anthrazit 426 Schwarz

ARO Block 4

Inspired by architectural shingles and cladding, ARO Block 4 takes the ubiquitous rectangle and cants it slightly to convey movement in customizable patterns. Available in over ninety colors of 100% Wool Design Felt with standard or chamfered edges, the modular tiles install easily with heavy-duty construction adhesive while providing sound softening oomph and all-natural texture.

  • Designer Architecture Research Office
  • Content 100% Wool Design Felt + Akustika 10 Substrate (60% post-consumer recycled content)
  • Tile Options ARO Block 4.1
  • ARO Block 4.2
  • Tile Sizes ARO Block 4.1: 1’-8 3/8” x 7 3/4” (51.7 x 19.7 cm)
  • ARO Block 4.2: 1’-2 1/2” x 7 3/4” (36.9 x 19.7 cm)
  • Thickness 1/2 in (13 mm)
  • Thickness Tolerance ±1/16 in (2 mm)
  • Edge Options Standard
  • Chamfered
  • Color Options 1-Color, 2-Color, 3-Color, or 4-Color per wall
  • Custom Custom sizes, shapes, and mounting options are available and must be quoted
  • Tiles in 5/8 in (15 mm) thickness available with a 10% upcharge
  • 5-Color or more per wall is available and must be quoted
  • Durability Contract or residential
  • Lead Time Made to order and certain lead times will apply
  • Installation Install in the pattern as specified and attach to a wall surface using a heavy-duty construction adhesive. Tiles may be trimmed to size with a utility knife. Refer to ARO Block 4 Installation Instructions for complete guidance.
  • 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 tiles 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, 100% VOC free, no chemical irritants, and free of harmful substances
  • 100% Wool Design Felt and Akustika 10 contribute to LEED©
Architecture Research Office

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.

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  • Acoustics ASTM C 423: NRC – 0.50, SAA – 0.51
  • Colorfastness to Light Class 4–5 (40 hours)
  • Colorfastness to Crocking Class 3–4 (wet), Class 4–5 (dry)
  • Environmental Living Building Challenge Criteria Compliant (100% Wool Design Felt)
  • Oeko-Tex© Standard 100 Certified Product Class II (100% Wool Design Felt + Akustika 10 Substrate)
  • Meets VOC test limits for the CDPH v1.2 method (100% Wool Design Felt + Akustika 10 Substrate)
  • Flammability Test reports available upon request

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