Clear PVC enclosures are used on the outdoor seating areas of cafes and restaurants, on terraces and balconies, in conservatories and at warehouse entrances. We make each one to the size of the area.
Zip, track and fixed systems
How often the enclosure will be opened decides the right system.
| System | How it opens | Where it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Zip | Panels are unzipped and gathered | Balconies, terraces, areas opened only occasionally |
| Track | The panel slides on a track | Cafes and commercial areas that open and close often during the day |
| Fixed | Does not open; closes the area permanently | Warehouse entrances, fixed facades that catch the wind |
How do we choose the PVC thickness?
We use clear PVC from 0.50 mm up to 3 mm thick. Thin PVC (0.50–0.80 mm) is light and easy to gather; it is enough for simple, temporary enclosures. Thick PVC (1–3 mm) is used for enclosures that will stay up for a long time, such as conservatories.
Two questions decide the thickness: how much wind does the area get, and how many times a day will the curtain be opened and closed?
Measuring and installation
- We determine the size of the area to be enclosed and the surfaces the system will be fixed to.
- The fabric is cut to that size and its edges are finished.
- Fastening and tension points are fitted; on facades that catch the wind, extra fixings are added.
- Zip models can be gathered up and stored when not in use.
If you want to use the enclosure together with an awning or a shade structure, see our shade structures; for other tarpaulin products, see the tarpaulin systems page.
Tell us the width and length of the area, the surface it will be fixed to and how often it will be opened through our contact page. We will choose the system and thickness with you and prepare a quote. The price is given in the quote, depending on the size and the system.
