Opal Health disposable curtains comply with the same fire retardancy standards as conventional curtains, BS 5867: 2008 Part 2 Type C. Every batch is rigorously tested by a UKAS accredited company and every curtain is labelled with the batch number for full traceability. Copies of test certificates are available on request.

Opal disposable curtains are durable and have shown that they can remain hanging for a year or more. However, we would recommend that each hospital carries out its own assessment to set the frequency at which the curtains should be changed. A regular and responsive programme makes your hospital safer, faster.

Our competitors may claim that their curtains can remain hanging longer than this due to antibacterial coatings but research has shown that after the first few days, there is no significant difference in the survival of bacteria between treated and non-treated curtains, proving that the presence of antimicrobial coatings does not prevent contamination.

Leaving curtains in place for long periods creates a potential source of harmful bacteria. Even with antimicrobial coatings, no curtain can offer 100% protection. So don’t risk it, bin it.

To read our research carried out this year by Nottingham University along with other papers on the subject, click here.

No, the curtains are made of 100% polypropylene which inherently inhibits bacteria growth.

We don’t treat our curtains with any antimicrobial coatings as even with treatment, no curtain offers 100% protection against infection. We promote the regular disposal & replacement of curtains as if an infection does occur, it is the only way to ensure the curtains aren’t harbouring bacteria.

Patient privacy is actually enhanced using our disposable curtains when compared to most conventional curtains as we only use 120gsm fabric.

We have two sizes of curtain available:

7.2m width x 2m drop – suitable for track length up to 5.4m

3.6m width x 2m drop – suitable for track lengths up to 2.7m

Custom sizes are also available subject to quantities.

Every curtain comes with a heat sealed self-audit label ensuring employees can easily see when it was last changed enabling inclusion within your existing infection control procedures.

Our disposable curtains are made from 100% polypropylene which has one of the lowest environmental impacts of any material. As our curtains are untreated they are 100% recyclable

Our curtains are made from polypropylene so are 100% recyclable and we are able to offer a nationwide managed recycling service of used curtains, even those classified as clinical waste.

Yes, we are the only company to offer bulk loading fast-fit disposable curtains for all track types. Our curtains are available with four different hooks options designed to fit your existing cubicle tracks, avoiding the need for costly modifications.

Our curtains are available in the following colours:

- Pacific Blue
- Sky Blue
- Mint Green
- Sand

We are also able to develop and produce bespoke curtain colours and designs, subject to quantities. Please contact us for more details.