Auralex TTAB-KIT TEMP Tabs Studiofoam Mounting Kit for Temporary Mounting

by Auralex Acoustics

Product Features

• Temporary studio mounting solution designed for easy installation and maximum flexibility
• Kit includes 72 tabs (each measuring 1-1/2 x 3 inches), 72 Velcoins, and tube of Tubetak Pro adhesive
• Self-stick Velcro Velcoins attach foam mounts to the wall
• Velcoins can be removed from the wall easily with a putty knife
• Does not include foam mount squares

Product Details

• Item Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000A1LA0I
• Item model number: TTAB-KIT
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #27,353 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #87 in Musical Instruments > Recording Equipment > Studio Environment > Acoustical Treatments

Product Description

TEMP•Tabs are a temporary Studiofoam mounting solution designed for easy installation and maximum flexibility. You no longer need to commit to permanently placing your acoustic treatments or cleaning adhesive residue and chunks of your investment off of your walls.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Good idea, poorly excecuted., July 24, 2010

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This review is from: Auralex TTAB-KIT TEMP Tabs Studiofoam Mounting Kit for Temporary Mounting (Electronics)

I bought the Temp Tabs to use in my apartment. The idea of a temporary mounting solution was very appealing to me. I didn't want to leave the foam behind in the event of a move.

The first issue is that the kit came with no instructions. There's a diagram which shows you where to place the tabs on the foam panel, where to place the "velcoins" and how to mount it to the wall. The diagram is pretty good but here's where the product falls short:

You will need a caulking gun in order to use the TubeTak adhesive. This will cost about $5 at your local hardware store.

You will need a nail (preferably finishing) of at least 4" in length. Once you cut the adhesive tub opening (you should use an angled cut rather than a straight across), you will need to use the nail to puncture the cylinder to get the adhesive flowing. The local hardware store wouldn't sell me a single nail so I ended up using a jewelers screwdriver.

There are no instructions on the adhesive that specify how long to let it dry. I tried mounting the first panel too soon and the adhesive wasn't hardened yet. Fortunately I could remove the tab and apply more at that point. In the end I let the adhesive dry for about 2 hours which seemed to work well.

The velcoins: The adhesive backing on the coins adheres very well. Unfortunately, the velcro is not strong at all.

The big problem with this product is the velcro. Assuming you do everything correctly the velcro is not going to hold a heavy foam panel the way that it's designed.