Anti-Ligature Vertical Blinds
We supply and install Kestrel anti-ligature vertical blinds for mental health, healthcare and other higher-risk environments.
This system combines cord and chain-free wand operation with a magnetic load-release headrail, enclosed louvre weights and a choice of 89 mm or 127 mm louvres. We can support specification, installation, testing and handover.
Anti-Ligature Vertical Blinds for Higher-Risk Environments
Kestrel vertical blinds are designed to provide adjustable privacy and light control while reducing accessible ligature points.
This system uses magnetic wall or top-fix brackets to support the headrail during normal use. When excessive downward force is applied, the headrail separates from the brackets, removing the fixed load-bearing point.
Wand control removes the need for conventional operating cords and chains, while enclosed louvre weights reduce loose components within the blind. We can help you select the louvre width, fabric, fixing method and magnet configuration to suit the room and assessed risk requirements.
Premium Wand-Control Vertical Blind
This system combines a 40 × 25 mm aluminium headrail with cord and chain-free wand operation for opening, closing and tilting the louvres.
The control mechanism and built-in slip clutch are enclosed within the headrail, while 89 mm or 127 mm louvres use enclosed weights to reduce accessible loose components.
Magnetic wall-fix or top-fix brackets allow the complete headrail to release under excessive load, making the system suitable for higher-risk healthcare environments.
Maximum size: 2800 mm wide × 3200 mm drop
Maximum area: 8.0 m²
Fabrics & Louvre Options
The system is available with 89 mm or 127 mm vertical louvres in flame-retardant fabric options selected to suit the room and project requirements. Depending on the selected fabric, we can help you balance:
- Privacy and screening
- Daylight and glare control
- Flame-retardant performance
- Colour and interior coordination
Fabric weight can affect maximum blind dimensions, so this should be confirmed during specification.
Technical Specification
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Specification |
Vertical Blinds |
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Minimum width |
300 mm |
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Maximum width |
2800 mm |
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Maximum drop |
3200 mm |
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Maximum area |
8.0 m² |
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Louvre widths |
89 mm or 127 mm |
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Operation |
Wand |
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Headrail |
40 × 25 mm aluminium |
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Magnetic load-release |
Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Got a question about anti-ligature vertical blinds? Here are answers to common queries from healthcare estates teams, contractors and specifiers.
Compliance, Testing & Ongoing Performance
Risk Assessment & System Selection
Select the louvre configuration, fabric and fixing arrangement around the room use and assessed ligature risk.
Trained Installation
Systems should be installed by trained personnel in line with manufacturer fixing and bracket requirements.
Commissioning & Load Testing
Load-release systems should be tested after installation to confirm performance, with results included in the handover.
Inspection & Maintenance
Regular inspection and load testing help identify damage, tampering or changes that could affect system performance.
Why Enviroscreen?
Since 1994, we have worked with NHS trusts, healthcare providers, contractors and estates teams to deliver specialist blinds and tracking systems across the UK.
We understand the safety, operational and programme requirements that come with healthcare projects.
Specify Anti-Ligature Vertical Blinds with Confidence
Talk to us about your room requirements, louvre choice and fixing conditions. We can help you select the appropriate configuration and support the project from survey through to installation, testing and handover.