es/gb
Guía de productosInstall an Office Pod Without Drilling Floors? What to Check
Whether an office pod can go in without drilling into the floor depends on the model, and the only way to be certain is to confirm it with Soundbox Store before you order. The Quell 2-person booth is described on its product page as a soundproof, freestanding acoustic enclosure.
- Soundbox Store describes the Quell 2-person booth as a freestanding acoustic enclosure, which is the starting point for a no-drilling setup.
- Fixing requirements are model-specific. Ask Soundbox Store to confirm yours in writing before you order.
- If you lease your space, put the question to your landlord or facilities manager before the pod is ordered.
- Single-person, 2-person, 4-person and 6-person pods all exist, so check the exact model rather than assuming one answer fits all.
Can an office pod be installed without drilling floors?
The product data supports one specific point: the Quell 2-person booth is described as freestanding. A freestanding enclosure is designed to stand as its own unit rather than being built into the structure of the room. That is the right starting point if you want to avoid drilling.
It does not cover every pod. The range runs from one-person phone booths to 6-person meeting rooms, and the product pages do not state a fixing method for each. Treat "no drilling" as a question to confirm per model, not a blanket promise.
Verdict: a freestanding pod is the right category for a no-drilling brief, but get the fixing answer for your exact model from Soundbox Store in writing.
Which pods are described as freestanding
Only one product description in the supplied data uses the word directly. The rest are listed here so you know what to ask about.
| Model | Capacity | What the product data says |
|---|---|---|
| Quell 2-person booth | 2 people | Described as a soundproof, freestanding acoustic enclosure for private meetings |
| Quell Office Pod Solo | 1 person | Described as the original 1-person soundproof phone booth in the Quell range |
| Folio office phone booth | 1 person | Described as a soundproof phone booth for private calls and Zoom meetings |
| Quell+ 2-person pod | 2 people | Fixing method not stated in the data. Ask before ordering |
Best for a no-drilling brief: start with the 2-person booth, because its description is the only one that states freestanding. For every other model, ask.
Why the answer varies by building
The pod is only half of the question. The other half is the space it goes into. These are the factors to settle before you commit:
- The model. One-person, 2-person, 4-person and 6-person pods are different products. Do not carry an answer from one size to another.
- Your lease. If you rent, the landlord or building manager may have rules about changes to the premises. Raise it before ordering.
- The floor finish. Carpet, tile and other finishes are not the same situation. Soundbox Store has a separate guide on carpet, linked below.
- Power and connectivity. Pods need services run to them, and that is a different question from how the pod sits on the floor.
- Whether you may move later. A pod you plan to relocate is worth discussing with Soundbox Store up front. The Quell Moving Kit is listed in the store for relocation.
What to ask Soundbox Store before you order
Put these questions to the team in an email so you have the answers in writing:
- Does this exact model stand without being fixed to the floor?
- Is anything fixed to the ceiling or walls of the room?
- What does the delivery team need from the space on the day?
- What changes if we move the pod to another room or building later?
Keep the replies with your lease paperwork. If your facilities manager needs to sign off, send them the same answers.
Do I need my landlord's permission to put a pod in a leased office?
Check your lease and ask your landlord or building manager before ordering. The answer depends on your agreement, not on the pod. Soundbox Store has a guide on installing an office pod in a leased building that covers the planning side.
Is a freestanding pod the same as a portable one?
No. Freestanding describes how the pod stands in the room. Portable describes how easily you can move it. Ask Soundbox Store about relocation separately, and look at the Quell Moving Kit if you expect to move the pod.
FAQ
Can an office pod be installed without drilling floors?
It depends on the model. The Quell 2-person booth is described as a freestanding acoustic enclosure. Confirm the fixing method for your exact model with Soundbox Store before you order.
Which Soundbox Store pod is described as freestanding?
The Quell 2-person booth is described as a soundproof, freestanding acoustic enclosure for two people. Other product pages do not state a fixing method, so ask.
Do I need landlord approval to place a pod in a rented office?
Check your lease and ask your landlord or building manager before ordering. Requirements depend on your agreement, not on the pod alone.
Does the floor finish matter?
It can. Carpet and hard floors are different situations, so read the Soundbox Store guide on carpet and ask about your specific floor.
Can I move a pod to another room later?
Ask Soundbox Store before buying. The store lists a Quell Moving Kit for relocation, and the team can advise on your model.
Who should I ask for a written answer?
Contact Soundbox Store with your exact model and room details, and keep the reply with your lease and facilities paperwork.
One last thing
Ask for the answer in writing. A reply from Soundbox Store that names your model and your floor type is the document your landlord or facilities manager will want to see, and it settles the drilling question far faster than guesswork.
