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PVC Strip Curtain Thickness Guide – 2mm, 3mm or 5mm?

May 21, 2025 / By Super Admin / in PVC Strip Curtain & PVC RollMagnetic PVC roll

PVC strip curtains are a staple in Indian industries for controlling:

  • Temperature

  • Dust

  • Noise

  • Insects

But many buyers struggle with one key question:
“What thickness should I choose?”

The wrong thickness can cause:

  • Quick wear & tear

  • Poor sealing

  • Higher energy bills

  • Difficult movement for staff or machinery

In this blog, we’ll help you choose the right PVC curtain thickness based on your industry, door size, traffic flow, and environment.


📏 Common PVC Curtain Thickness Options

ThicknessUsage TypeTypical WidthTraffic Level
2 mmLight-duty areas200 mmLow (staff only)
3 mmStandard industry use200–300 mmMedium (light trolleys)
5 mmHeavy-duty industrial300–400 mmHigh (forklifts, machines)

💼 Which Thickness Suits Your Application?

✅ 2mm Curtains – Light Use

Best for:

  • Office partitions

  • Air-conditioned areas

  • Clean rooms

  • Commercial kitchens (non-heavy traffic)

Pros:

  • Cost-effective

  • Easy to move through

  • Good for temperature control

Caution:
Not ideal for rough industrial zones or large doorways.


✅ 3mm Curtains – Standard Industrial Use

Best for:

  • Factory entry points

  • Loading docks with trolleys

  • Moderate foot & cart traffic

  • Hotel cold rooms

Pros:

  • Balance between flexibility and durability

  • Suitable for regular industrial movement

  • Reduces noise, dust, and temperature loss

Ideal Choice for most Indian manufacturing and storage units.


✅ 5mm Curtains – Heavy Duty Protection

Best for:

  • Warehouses with forklifts

  • Logistics units

  • Large doorways

  • Outdoor openings exposed to wind/insects

Pros:

  • Strong resistance to damage

  • Long-lasting

  • Better sealing under wind/air pressure

Recommended for automobile, metal, pharma, and export zones.


🔄 Choosing the Right Width Along with Thickness

For maximum effect:

ThicknessRecommended WidthCurtain Overlap
2 mm200 mm20–30%
3 mm200–300 mm30–50%
5 mm300–400 mm50%+

Proper overlap ensures better sealing, air lock, and noise isolation.


🌡 Environmental Factors to Consider

EnvironmentSuggested Curtain
Freezer Rooms (<0°C)3mm Ribbed or Polar PVC
Dry Factories2mm–3mm Clear PVC
Wet/Slippery Floors5mm Ribbed PVC
Outdoor Facing Areas5mm Magnetic/Ribbed PVC
Food Processing Zones3mm Transparent, non-toxic PVC

🏭 Chronovex PVC Curtain Thickness Range

Chronovex offers:

  • ✅ 2mm, 3mm, 5mm thickness

  • ✅ Magnetic and Ribbed options

  • ✅ Clear, blue, yellow, antistatic, polar-grade PVC

  • ✅ PAN India door delivery and expert installation

Custom cut, rolled, or mounted – as per your business needs.


📞 Need Expert Help Selecting the Right Curtain?

Let our specialists evaluate your site and recommend the perfect combination of thickness, size, and style.

📞 +91-9997778202
📧 contact@chronovex.in
🌐 www.chronovex.in

✅ Trusted across India by manufacturers, hotels, and warehouses.


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