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Home / Wash, Paint and Prep Curtains / Prep Station Curtains | For Automotive Body Shops

Prep Station Curtains | For Automotive Body Shops

Heavy-duty vinyl prep station curtains hanging in an automotive body shop, containing overspray and wash-down water for a cleaner workspace

Prep Station Curtains are a durable, flexible, and cost-effective solution for automotive shops and industrial facilities. Easily contain overspray, dust, and wash-down water while keeping your workspace safe and organised.

  • Contain paint overspray, sparks, and dust.
  • Easy roll-away and reconfigure
  • Fire-code compliant, 5-year warranty

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Designed For Speed and Flexibility

Comparison of industrial curtains versus fixed walls, showing heavy-duty vinyl curtains dividing workspace areas.

Key Benefits

  • Contain sparks, overspray, aluminum & steel dust

  • Reduce setup cost, about 1/3 the price of rigid walls

  • Easy installation, quick reconfiguration

  • Easy cleaning, mildew-resistant vinyl

  • Fire-retardant and safety compliant

  • Modular system grows with your shop

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Keep the Spray at Bay

Easy Install

Prep station curtains come with grommets at the top making hanging the curtains quick and easy with or without the curtain track.

 Inexpensive

Prep station curtains are about 1/3rd of the cost of other separation methods such as rigid walls or panel systems and are easy to store.

Separate Workers

Prep station curtain walls are ideal for separating workers for welding, washing, packaging and many other operations.

Control Noise

Prep station curtains help reduce noise due to the thick PVC they are made from which makes for a more comfortable work environment.

Waterproof Material

Close-up of sturdy 18 oz vinyl industrial curtain panel, ideal for paint spray booth containment and wash-down environments.

18 oz Reinforced Vinyl (standard)

20 mil clear PVC curtain panel for paint spray booths, providing visibility while containing overspray in an industrial setting.

20 mil Clear PVC For Clarity

Selection of colored 18 oz industrial curtains, showing paint spray booth curtain colour options for customised workshop installations.

Available in Multiple Colours

Reinforced 18 oz heavy-duty curtain material for industrial paint spray booths, designed for durability and long-term use.

Strong Material That Lasts

Easy Rolling Curtain Track

Industrial curtain track hardware and rollers for insulated outdoor curtains, illustrating heavy-duty curtain mounting components.
  • Smooth Glide – Curtains roll open and close with ease.
  • Durable Track – Heavy-duty steel for long-lasting use.
  • Flexible Mounting – Ceiling, wall, or chain-hung options.
  • Quick Setup – Fast installation, minimal tools needed.
  • Low Maintenance – Reliable performance with little upkeep.
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Multiple Sizing Options

Prep booth curtains configured as a large partitioned enclosure on a ceiling track at an automotive prep station
  • Single-, double-, triple-, or four-sided enclosures

  • Custom colours available

  • Optional clear vision panels

  • Chain-weighted hems for stability

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Choose A Style

Heavy-duty vinyl replacement prep station curtains hanging in an automotive body shop, containing overspray and wash-down water for a cleaner workspace

Prep Booth Curtains

Replacement prep booth curtains, these heavy duty curtains are the sidewalls to the prep booths that roll side to side.

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Floor to ceiling automotive prep station setup with vinyl curtains forming separate work zones for sanding, cleaning, and paint prep

Prep Booth Enclosure

When a ceiling is needed on your prep booth with filter panels in the curtains then the AKON prep booth enclosures are ideal.

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Heavy-duty vinyl floor to ceiling prep station grinding curtains hanging in an automotive body shop, containing overspray and wash-down water for a cleaner workspace

Floor to Ceiling Booth

With the use of an optional curtain valance, you can make a floor to ceiling prep booth that is great for future flexibility.

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Heavy-duty vinyl prep station curtain walls hanging in an automotive body shop, containing overspray and wash-down water for a cleaner workspace

Prep Booth Curtain Walls

Larger curtain walls that roll side to side on curtain track to form many different prep work areas or to make one large prep area.

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Industrial wash-down curtains forming a clean prep station enclosure, with ceiling-mounted tracks and flexible vinyl panels for easy installation and workspace separation.

Motorized Roll Up Curtains

Powered roll-up prep station curtains are raised and lowered with a switch. They divide the prep station vertically rather than side to side.

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Ideal Applications for Prep Station Curtains

Automotive prep station setup with vinyl curtains forming separate work zones for sanding, cleaning, and paint prep
  • Paint prep station curtains
  • Prep booth curtains
  • Retractable paint booths
  • Detailing Wash Bays
  • Under Coat Bays
  • Grinding and Sanding Bays
  • Under Coating Curtains
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Designed For Speed and Flexibility

Common Layouts

Paint spray booth curtains can be configured in multiple layouts depending on your workspace needs. Options include:

  • Single-sided for partitioning one wall
  • Double-sided for dividing larger bays
  • Three-sided to create partial enclosures
  • Four-sided for complete booth enclosures

Simply tell AKON your preferred layout, and we’ll fabricate it to your exact specifications.

Diagram of paint spray booth curtain layouts with various enclosure configurations for industrial workspaces.

Optional Components

  • Floor anchors to secure the prep curtains to the floor
  • Many custom colors to choose from to match your facility
  • Clear vision panels allow line of sight through the curtains
  • Chain weight pocket ensures prep curtain will not blow around
Hardware detail for industrial paint spray booth curtains including grommets, hooks, and track fittings for rapid installation.

Easy Installation

Installing spray booth curtains is fast and straightforward:

  1. Unbox and assemble the modular track hardware.

  2. Insert the roller hooks into the track.

  3. Hang the curtains using grommets at the top edge.

Your booth can be up and running in hours - not weeks - minimising downtime. Once the curtains arrive, simply unbox them and follow our simple directions.

 

Modular industrial curtain system illustrating easy installation, with suspended prep station curtains used for wash bays, welding booths, dust control, and paint booths.

Filter Panels for Ventilation

Curtains can be fitted with replaceable filter panels (10cm x 10cm or 10cm x 5cm). These allow negative pressure inside the enclosure, working with ventilation systems to control fumes and overspray. Filters attach with Velcro and can be replaced when clogged.

Prep station curtains with integrated ventilation panels, allowing airflow while maintaining dust and overspray containment in industrial work areas.

Aluminum Dust Containment

Modern auto body shops require enclosed work zones for aluminum dust management. Our aluminum repair enclosure curtains create fully sealed areas for grinding and sanding, ensuring compliance with safety requirements and preventing contamination of other bays.

Heavy-duty blue industrial dust containment curtains with aluminium framing, enclosing an automotive prep area for overspray and aluminium dust control.

Maintaining The Curtains

The vinyl material is smooth and easy to clean, much like a shower curtain.

  • Wipe down dust and overspray with a cloth.

  • Wash with mild soap and water for heavier buildup.

  • Mildew-resistant and chemical-resistant properties ensure long life.

  • Clear repair tape is available if a curtain becomes torn.

 

18oz curtain roll material

Common Questions About Prep Station Curtains

What are prep station curtains and how do they work?

Prep station curtains are heavy-duty vinyl partitions that slide on a ceiling- or wall-mounted track to create a contained work area for sanding, washing, and paint prep. They help control overspray, dust, and water while keeping adjacent areas clean and productive.

Do the curtains meet fire-retardant and safety requirements?

Yes—fire-retardant curtain materials are available and supplied with compliance documentation on request. Hardware is heavy-duty steel and designed for industrial use. If your facility requires a specific certification, we can match the material accordingly.

How do I clean and maintain prep station curtains?

Wipe down with mild soap and water or approved cleaning agents. For heavier debris, rinse and allow to air dry. Periodically check grommets, hems, and rollers; replace worn parts to maintain smooth operation.

What sizes and customization options are available?

Systems are built to order. Choose single, double, three-sided, or four-sided layouts; clear vision panels; colours; valances for floor-to-ceiling coverage; and chain-weighted hems. Track can be ceiling-mounted or free-standing to suit your bay layout.

Can I add filter panels or replace them later?

Yes—filter panel windows can be integrated into the curtain and attached with hook-and-loop for easy removal and replacement when they become clogged or airflow needs change.

Is installation difficult? What does it include?

Installation is straightforward: bolt together the modular steel track, anchor per the mounting surface, and hang the curtain via grommets and rollers. Most shops complete a bay in hours, not weeks. Layout guidance and hardware are included with each order.