PVC Strip Curtains: Separating Areas and Saving Energy

30 October, 2026 | Admin

PVC strip curtain in a warehouse doorway

Short answer: PVC strip curtains are overlapping
flexible vertical strips hung in a doorway or opening. People, trolleys
and forklifts pass through, and the strips close again behind them. They
reduce draughts, dust, noise, insects and temperature loss between
areas, such as a cold store and a warehouse, or a production area and a
loading bay.

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How they help

Temperature control: keep cold in or heat out,
saving energy in cold rooms and air-conditioned areas.
Dust and dirt: limit the spread between zones.
Noise: reduce noise from machinery.
Insects: act as a barrier at open doors.
Safety and traffic: clear strips let forklift
drivers see through.

Types of strip

Standard clear PVC: for general separation.
Ribbed strips: ridges protect the strips from
scratching by trolley wheels and add strength for busy doorways.
Cold-resistant (polar) PVC: stays flexible in
freezer temperatures.
Anti-static and welding grades: for special
environments. Welding curtains use tinted or coloured PVC for protection
from welding light; check the product for its intended purpose.
Coloured and opaque strips: for light control or
separation.

Choosing the strip

Opening size: the width and height of the
doorway.
Traffic: pedestrian only, or forklifts and
trolleys? Heavier traffic needs wider, thicker ribbed strips.
Temperature: use polar-grade strips in cold
stores.
Strip width and thickness: wider and thicker strips
close more firmly and last longer.
Overlap: typically a half or more of the strip
overlaps the next for good sealing; heavier air flow needs more
overlap.
Visibility: clear strips improve safety.

Installation

Strips are hung from a mounting rail or hooks fixed above the door,
with a hanger and a plate. Measure the height to leave a small gap above
the floor, so strips do not drag. Fit the rail level and fix it securely
to the wall or frame. Hang strips evenly with the same overlap. After
fitting, test that the strips move easily and return to place.

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Maintenance

Wash strips with mild soap and water. Replace damaged strips
individually. Keep the floor clear so strips can hang freely. Clean
regularly in food areas.

Common mistakes to avoid

choosing standard PVC for a freezer door, where it stiffens and
cracks
hanging strips too long so they drag
using narrow strips for forklift traffic
not overlapping enough, which leaves gaps
using cheap strips that yellow or harden quickly

Questions to ask your
supplier

What widths and thicknesses are available? Are polar grades in stock?
Can the curtain be supplied as a complete kit with rail and hangers? Can
strips be cut to length? What colours and finishes are available?

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Cold stores and food areas

In cold stores, choose polar grade strips that remain flexible at low
temperature, and make sure the curtain covers the full opening so cold
air does not leak. In food areas, choose smooth strips that are easy to
wash, and clean them on a schedule. For doorways with heavy traffic,
choose ribbed strips and check them regularly for wear at the bottom
edge.

Estimating quantities

Count the strips by dividing the opening width by the strip width,
allowing for the overlap, and measure the height from the rail to just
above the floor. Share the dimensions and we will suggest a full
kit.

FAQ

What are PVC strip curtains used for? Separating
areas while allowing people and vehicles through.

Do they save energy? They reduce air exchange, which
helps cold stores and air-conditioned areas.

Can forklifts go through them? Yes, with the right
strip width and thickness.

Are they easy to replace? Yes, strips can be
replaced one by one.

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