OVERVIEW
Curtains play a valuable role in how worship spaces are organised and used across the UK and Ireland. In many churches, they help control lighting, separate areas for different activities, and create a more flexible environment without permanent building work.
From the first planning stage to final installation, our team focuses on delivering a curtain system that fits your church layout and operates smoothly. If you have a particular design in mind, we can work with you on custom sizes, layouts, valances, track systems, and other configurations. Choose from a range of materials including premium velour, poly stretch fabric, and durable vinyl.
Velour Church Curtains
Practical Uses and Acoustic Benefits of Church Divider Curtains
Many Applications
Use on Walls and Windows. Curtains can be fitted along walls or across windows to improve the visual balance of the space while helping regulate incoming daylight. This simple addition can make the worship area feel more comfortable and visually unified.
For the Stage. Stage curtains help create a clean and focused backdrop for services, presentations, and special events. Adding a valance further enhances the stage appearance and gives it a more polished, professional look.
Dividing Large Spaces. Many UK churches use their halls for multiple purposes: Sunday worship, weekday playgroups, community meetings, and youth clubs. Divider curtains let you split a single large hall into smaller rooms in minutes, then open the space back up when you need it.
Reduce Noise
Sound Absorption. Curtains can also help improve the acoustic environment inside a church. In larger worship spaces, sound from singing, music, meetings, or events travels easily across the room. Acoustic curtain materials help soften these sounds, creating a calmer and more comfortable setting for services and gatherings.
Thicker Velour. Velour fabric is often chosen when better sound control is needed. Standard 14 oz velour already helps absorb noise, and doubling the weight to 28 oz gives significantly better acoustic performance for spaces where simultaneous activities take place.
Material Options
Vinyl
Vinyl curtains are a reliable choice for areas where durability and easy maintenance matter most. The smooth surface is simple to wipe clean and resists moisture. Because of its slightly glossy finish, vinyl can also reflect light and give the space a brighter appearance. This material is often selected for environments where the curtain handles frequent use. 100% visual blackout, 90% light blackout. €€
Fabric | Poly Stretch
Poly Stretch 6 oz is a lightweight fabric often used for decorative setups and backdrop walls. The two-way stretch helps the material stay smooth with very little wrinkling, while the matte finish creates a clean and professional look. It works well in spaces where a soft visual background is preferred. 75% visual blackout, 50% light blackout. €€
Fabric | Premium Velour
Premium Velour 14 oz offers a rich fabric texture that works well for stage areas and presentation settings. The material is inherently flame-resistant, washable, and lightweight, making it suitable for commercial environments including churches, community halls, and school assembly spaces. It provides an elegant fabric finish while remaining practical for long-term use. 100% visual blackout, 90% light blackout. €€€
Fullness Options
Fullness
Curtain fullness (sometimes called drape) refers to how much fabric is used compared to the width of the space being covered. Adding fullness creates soft folds that give the curtain a more finished look. To calculate fullness, multiply the width of the opening by the desired fullness level. For example, a 23-metre opening with 50% fullness would require 34.5 metres of curtain material. Our team can handle these calculations to keep the process simple.
Fullness Options
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Flat
- Adds 50% more material to create gentle folds. This is the most common option.€
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50% Fullness
- Adds 50% more material to create gentle folds. This is the most common option.€€
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100% Fullness
- Uses double the material for deeper folds and a fuller appearance.€€€
Decorate Your Church And Give It A More Elegant Look
What Are The Benefits?
• Enhances the overall appearance of worship spaces while adding practical functionality
• Commonly used around church stages, altars, windows, and other areas within the facility
• Available in both modern and traditional styles to match different church interiors
• Curtains can be customised in size, layout, and configuration to suit each church
• Flame-resistant curtain materials available to meet fire safety requirements
• Designed for easy installation and smooth everyday use
• Suitable for churches, chapels, community halls, and multi-purpose parish rooms across the UK and Ireland
Useful Features
• Rolling track hardware allows curtains to glide smoothly from side to side
• Grommets spaced approximately 30 cm apart along the top keep the curtain securely supported
• Optional Velcro connections can be added when joining multiple curtain panels together
• Optional valance curtains can be fitted above the main curtain for a cleaner appearance
• Optional floor sweeps reduce the gap between the curtain and the floor
• Optional blackout ceiling curtains are available for areas where additional light control is needed
Top Quality
• Made from durable vinyl and fabric materials designed for long-term performance
• Built to handle frequent use in active church environments
• Designed to maintain a clean, professional appearance over time
Optional Valance
• A valance is used in installations where there is a visible gap between the curtain hardware and the top of the curtain
• It creates a cleaner and more finished appearance above the main curtain
• Typically fitted with an overlap of about 15 to 30 cm to properly cover the opening and improve the overall look
Need An Installer?
Some customers choose to install themselves; if you'd like an installer, we can provide a qualified, experienced professional installation company to handle the install for you. Just ask your AKON representative if you would like installation services.
Poly Stretch - Fabric €
- 75% Visual blackout
- 50% Light blackout
- Wrinkle-resistant and hangs beautifully
- Lightweight and washable
- Inherently Flame Resistant (I.F.R.)
- Passes NFPA 701 Small Scale, CA Title 19, Section 1237 Small Scale, CAN/ULC-S109-14 Small and Large Scale
- Non-reflective
- Finished edges for clean crisp appearance
- All colours are the same price
Premium Velour - Fabric €€
- 100% Visual blackout
- 90% Light blackout
- 100% Polyester Fabric with a plush feel
- Lightweight and washable
- Inherently Flame Resistant (I.F.R.)
- Passes NFPA 701 Small Scale, CA Title 19, Section 1237 Small Scale, CAN/ULC-S109-14 Small and Large Scale
- Non-reflective
- Finished edges for clean crisp appearance
- All colours are the same price
16oz - Vinyl €€
- 100% Visual Blackout
- 100% Light Blackout
- Vinyl coated polyester reinforced with scrim
- NFPA fire retardant, CFM fire retardant
- Outdoor rated
- Lightweight
- Finished edges for clean crisp appearance
- Double hems used where needed for longevity
- All colors are the same price
- Slightly shinny
- Color Options: White or Black
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