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PVC Strip Curtains — Made to Measure for UK Businesses
Buy PVC strip curtains cut to your exact door size — fast dispatch, UK stock, every grade available. Whether you need to contain temperature in a cold room, block insects in a food production area, or create a safe forklift corridor, we supply the right curtain for the job. Every kit includes strips, rails, and fixings — ready to hang.
PVC Strip Curtain Types — Which Grade Do You Need?
| Grade | Temperature Range | Best For | Key Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Clear | -5°C to +40°C | Warehouses, loading bays, workshops | REACH compliant |
| Polar / Freezer Grade | -25°C to -40°C | Walk-in freezers, cold rooms, refrigerated vehicles | REACH compliant |
| Food Grade | -5°C to +40°C | Food processing, catering, abattoirs | UK Food Safety Act |
| Anti-Static | -5°C to +40°C | Electronics, data centres, clean rooms | ESD safe |
| Welding Grade | -5°C to +40°C | Welding bays, UV/spark protection | EN1598 / ISO25980 |
| Antimicrobial | -5°C to +40°C | Hospitals, medical facilities, hygiene-critical areas | Medical grade |
| Heavy Duty / Ribbed | -5°C to +40°C | Forklift access, high-traffic industrial doors | REACH compliant |
Strip Width & Thickness Guide
Choosing the correct strip dimensions ensures maximum overlap, energy efficiency, and ease of passage:
- 100mm wide, 2mm thick — Pedestrian doorways, light-use areas
- 200mm wide, 2mm thick — Standard commercial doorways, medium traffic
- 200mm wide, 3mm thick — Heavy duty, forklift access, high-traffic
- 300mm wide, 3mm thick — Wide openings, maximum insulation, vehicle bays
Overlap rule: Standard overlap is 100mm per side (50% for 200mm strips). Increase to 150mm overlap for cold rooms and freezer areas to minimise air exchange.
How to Measure Your Door for a PVC Strip Curtain
- Measure the clear opening width of your doorway (not the frame — the usable gap)
- Measure the drop height from where the rail will mount to the floor
- Choose your strip width — 200mm is most common for commercial openings
- Allow 50–75mm of strip overlap into the floor for draught and pest sealing
- Select your fixing type: Quick-Mount, Hook-On, Swivel Hinge, or Twin Track
Rail & Fixing Systems
We supply four mounting systems to suit different installation requirements:
- Quick-Mount Rails — Fastest installation, no drilling into strips, ideal for replacing existing curtains
- Hook-On Rails — Individual hooks allow single-strip replacement without removing the whole curtain
- Twin Track Rails — Two curtains overlap for maximum insulation; standard in freezer applications
- Swivel Hinge Rails — Strips pivot rather than part, reducing wear from forklift impact
Industry Applications
- Warehousing & Logistics — Separate temperature zones, reduce forklift draught, define pedestrian lanes
- Food Processing & Catering — Food-grade PVC prevents contamination; supports HACCP compliance
- Cold Storage & Refrigeration — Polar-grade strips maintain temperature, reduce energy costs up to 30%
- Manufacturing & Welding — Contain sparks, UV light, fumes; EN1598-certified welding screens
- Pest & Insect Control — Physical barrier against flies, birds, and rodents at open doorways
- Healthcare & Pharmaceutical — Antimicrobial grade for sterile environments
- Retail & Commercial — Separate front-of-house from cold storage, reduce energy bills
Compliance & Regulations
Our PVC strip curtains support compliance with key UK and EU standards:
- REACH — All standard PVC strips are REACH compliant (no restricted substances)
- UK Food Safety Act 1990 — Food grade curtains are BPA-free and phthalate-free
- EN1598 / ISO25980 — Welding screens certified for UV and spark protection
- HSE COSHH — Strip curtains help contain chemical fumes and hazardous substances
- HSE PUWER — Clear strips improve visibility for safe forklift and pedestrian traffic
- Noise at Work Regulations 2005 — PVC barriers reduce sound transmission between work areas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard PVC strip curtain size for a warehouse door?
For a standard warehouse doorway (2.5–3m wide, 2.5–3m high), 200mm wide × 3mm thick strips on a twin track rail is the most common specification. This provides sufficient overlap for temperature control while allowing forklift passage without excessive resistance. Measure your clear opening width and drop, then select strips to give 50% overlap across the full width.
How long do PVC strip curtains last?
In normal commercial use, standard PVC strips last 2–5 years. Heavy forklift traffic, UV exposure, and extreme temperatures reduce lifespan. Polar-grade strips in freezer environments typically last 3–4 years. Individual hook-on strips can be replaced without buying a full kit, which significantly reduces maintenance costs over time.
Are PVC strip curtains food safe?
Yes — our food grade PVC strip curtains are manufactured from BPA-free, phthalate-free PVC that complies with the UK Food Safety Act 1990 and EU Regulation 10/2011 on plastic food contact materials. They are suitable for indirect food contact in production, processing, and cold storage environments. Always specify food grade when ordering for catering or food manufacturing applications.
Can I replace individual PVC strips without buying a full kit?
Yes — if your existing rail uses a hook-on or quick-mount system, individual replacement strips can be ordered by the metre or as pre-cut lengths. This is the most cost-effective approach for high-traffic areas where strips wear at different rates. We supply replacement strips in all grades: standard, polar, food grade, anti-static, and welding grade.
What temperature can PVC strip curtains withstand?
Standard clear PVC strips operate between -5°C and +40°C. For cold rooms and walk-in freezers, specify polar/freezer-grade PVC which remains flexible down to -25°C (standard polar) or -40°C (deep freeze grade). Using standard PVC in freezer environments causes the strips to stiffen, crack, and lose their sealing effectiveness within weeks.
How much do PVC strip curtains cost in the UK?
A complete made-to-measure PVC strip curtain kit for a standard 1m wide × 2.1m high doorway typically costs £40–£120 depending on strip grade and rail type. Standard pedestrian kits start from around £40. Heavy-duty industrial kits with twin track rails for 3m wide openings range from £150–£300. Replacement strips cost £8–£25 per linear metre depending on width and grade.
Do PVC strip curtains reduce energy bills?
Yes — PVC strip curtains are one of the most cost-effective industrial energy-saving measures. In refrigerated environments, correctly fitted polar-grade curtains can reduce cold room energy consumption by 20–30% by minimising warm air infiltration. In heated warehouses, standard curtains across loading bay doors reduce heat loss significantly, with payback periods typically under 12 months based on energy savings alone.
What is the difference between hook-on and quick-mount PVC strip curtains?
Hook-on systems attach each strip individually to a rail using a metal hook, allowing single strips to be replaced or removed without dismantling the whole curtain. Quick-mount systems use a clamping plate that holds all strips together, making installation faster but requiring the whole section to be removed for individual strip replacement. Hook-on is preferred in high-wear environments; quick-mount suits lower-traffic applications where simplicity is prioritised.
Last updated: April 2026 | All products REACH compliant | UK stock, fast dispatch
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PVC Curtains & Strip Curtains — Complete UK Range
Whether you search for PVC curtains, PVC curtain, strip curtains, or PVC strip, you have reached the UK's most comprehensive source. Our PVC strip curtains are sold as complete made-to-measure kits or as individual bulk replacement strips — everything you need to fit and maintain your curtain system, with free UK delivery on every order.
PVC Curtains for Every Environment
Our range of PVC curtains covers every environment from ambient warehouses to -40°C blast freezers. Standard clear PVC curtains are the most widely used product for general warehouse and commercial doorways, providing full visibility and good thermal separation at a competitive price. For cold rooms and freezers, our polar-grade PVC curtains remain fully flexible and transparent at temperatures that would cause standard PVC to crack and shatter.
Food-grade PVC curtains are manufactured specifically for food processing and HACCP environments, meeting UK food contact material regulations. Anti-static PVC curtains are designed for electronics, cleanrooms, and data centre environments where electrostatic discharge poses a risk. And for forklift and heavy vehicle access routes, our heavy-duty 4mm PVC curtains absorb repeated impacts without tearing or distorting.
Every PVC curtain we supply is cut to your exact door dimensions. You provide the opening width and drop height — we cut every strip to length and dispatch within 24 hours. No minimum order. No complicated ordering process.
Why Our PVC Strip Curtains Stand Apart
We manufacture and stock all our PVC strip curtains in the UK, which means consistent quality, fast dispatch, and no delays from overseas supply chains. Every strip meets REACH compliance requirements as a minimum, with food-grade, anti-static, and welding-grade options meeting their respective specialist standards. Our sales team provides technical support to help you choose the right grade, width, thickness, and rail system for your specific application — and replacement strips are always available so you can maintain your curtain system cost-effectively over its lifetime.
Visit our PVC curtains guide or our strip curtains UK guide for comprehensive information on choosing, measuring, and fitting the right curtain for your doorway.
