Curtain Fabrics: Performance Starts with Specification
Our curtain fabrics are specified across healthcare, hospitality, education, performance and commercial interiors, where appearance, performance and durability must align.
Available in a wide range of colours, textures and constructions, fabrics are selected to support the operational, regulatory and design requirements of each project.
Fabric Selection for Curtain Systems
Depending on the application, fabrics can be specified to provide privacy, light control, visual softness or environmental comfort. Options are available for spaces where blackout is essential, as well as areas where filtered daylight or translucency is preferred.
For conservation and listed buildings, natural fibres such as wool are often specified for their insulating properties, acoustic contribution and ability to regulate moisture.
All fabrics are selected with consideration for durability, fire performance and suitability for the intended environment.
Curtain Fabric Performance Criteria
Curtain fabrics are specified based on performance requirements, not appearance alone.
These criteria guide selection across commercial, healthcare and heritage environments.
Light Control & Privacy
Blackout, dimout and translucent fabrics are specified depending on the level of light exclusion and privacy required, from patient rooms to public areas.
Fire Performance
Fabrics can be specified to meet UK fire performance standards for commercial and healthcare environments, supporting regulatory compliance.
Hygiene & Infection Control
Antimicrobial and wipe-clean fabrics are specified where hygiene and rapid cleaning are priorities, particularly in regulated healthcare settings.
Durability & Maintenance
Stain-resistant and non-absorbent fabrics support long-term use in high-traffic environments, reducing replacement frequency and maintenance burden.
Thermal & Acoustic Comfort
Certain woven and lined fabrics can contribute to improved thermal comfort and help soften acoustics, supporting more comfortable interior environments.
Heritage & Conservation
Natural fibres such as wool are commonly specified for listed and historic buildings, offering moisture regulation and acoustic benefits suited to sensitive interiors.
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Fabric Type
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Light Control
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Typical Uses |
Key Characteristics |
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Blackout |
Full blackout |
Patient rooms, hotels, theatres |
Maximum light exclusion and privacy |
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Dimout |
Partial reduction |
Healthcare, education, offices |
Balances daylight control and comfort |
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Translucent |
Light diffusion |
Public spaces, circulation areas |
Soft screening with daylight retention |
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Decorative Wovens |
Variable |
Hospitality, civic interiors |
Visual impact with functional screening |
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Conservation Wool |
Variable |
Listed and historic buildings |
Natural fibre, moisture regulation, acoustic benefit |
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Antimicrobial Fabrics |
Variable |
Healthcare environments |
Supports hygiene-focused settings |
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Stericurtain (Reusable) |
Privacy focused |
Hospital wards, clinical areas |
Wipe-clean, antimicrobial, reusable |
Reusable & Specialist Fabric Solutions
Alongside conventional textile fabrics, we also supply Stericurtain, a reusable PVC-coated curtain developed specifically for healthcare environments.
Stericurtain offers antimicrobial properties and a wipe-clean surface while remaining flexible enough to drape like a conventional curtain.
The material is flame-retardant, resistant to mould and mildew, and will not tear or stain under normal use, making it suitable for demanding clinical settings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Got a question about curtain fabrics? Here are answers to some of the most common queries from architects, contractors and facility managers.
Why Enviroscreen?
With over 30 years’ experience, Enviroscreen supports architects, designers and contractors with curtain fabric specification across the UK.
Our team provides practical advice, technical information and coordinated supply to ensure fabric selections perform as expected throughout the life of the project.
Curtain Fabrics
Our team can provide fabric guidance, samples and specification support for projects nationwide.