What is the hole spacing on the strips?
The holes are spaced at 50.8 mm centres, as shown below. The strip shown is 200 mm wide, but all strips have the same spacing so that they fit studded hardware systems.
Should I order the strips a little taller than the opening?
Only if you want, the wall mount hardware. With wall mount hardware, order the strips 152mm taller and 152mm wider than the opening you are trying to cover since you are mounting to the face of the opening. Otherwise, order the strips to the exact size of the opening.
Are the heights of the strips measured from the hole or the top of the strip?
The height is measured from the top of the strip to the bottom of the strip. The holes are located 19.05mm down from the top of the strip.
How do you cut the strips in the field?
You use a utility knife and a straight edge to keep the cut straight.
Are the strips ready to hang and already punched?
Yes, the strips are shipped out and ready to be hung right out of the box.
Do I need to cut the strips myself?
No. When you order a kit, we cut the strips to your specific opening height. However, we usually advise ordering a few centimeters longer than your exact opening height to allow for floor variations; you can easily trim the bottom with a Stanley knife after hanging them for a perfect fit.
What is the difference between "Minimum" and "Maximum" overlap?
Minimum Overlap: Uses fewer strips. The strips overlap slightly (usually ~50mm). This is easier for pedestrians to walk through and costs less. Best for internal partitions.
Maximum Overlap: Uses more strips with a deeper overlap (usually ~100mm). This creates a tighter seal against wind, rain, and cold. We recommend this for external doorways or areas where insulation is the top priority.
What are "Marker Strips"?
These are Red Warning Strips that we can include for the edges of your curtain. They act as a visual safety guide for forklift drivers and pedestrians, clearly marking the edges of the doorway to prevent collisions with the door frame. If you want these, just ask for them.
