Why Strip Curtains Are Essential for Cold Room Efficiency and Compliance

In any commercial cold room, strip curtains are one of the simplest — yet most overlooked — components of maintaining efficiency and food safety compliance.

If your cold room strip curtains are damaged, missing, or not sealing properly, you’re likely losing cold air, wasting energy, risking stock loss, and potentially breaching HACCP standards.

Let’s explore why cold room strip curtains matter, what happens when they degrade, and how to keep them in top condition.

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What Do Cold Room Strip Curtains Actually Do?

Strip curtains (also called PVC door strips) are flexible, transparent plastic flaps that hang in the doorway of your walk-in fridge or freezer. Their main purposes include:

• Minimising cold air loss during entry and exit

• Blocking warm air, moisture, and pests

• Maintaining internal temperature stability

• Supporting energy efficiency

• Extending compressor lifespan

• Helping meet HACCP and food safety regulations

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Signs Your Strip Curtains Need Replacing

Even high-quality PVC strips degrade over time. Check for:

• ✅ Cracks or splits in the plastic

• ✅ Strips falling off or missing

• ✅ Discolouration or cloudiness (reducing visibility)

• ✅ Strips no longer hanging straight

• ✅ Gaps when the door is closed

If any of these apply, it’s time to replace them immediately.

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What Happens If You Don’t Replace Damaged Strip Curtains?

Failing to replace or maintain strip curtains can lead to:

• Up to 30% energy loss per door opening

• Condensation and icing issues

• Inconsistent fridge temperatures

• Increased strain on compressors

• Failed food safety audits

• Higher electricity bills

Small investment, big protection.

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Benefits of Keeping Cold Room Strip Curtains in Good Condition

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ACRO Refrigeration Can Supply and Install Strip Curtains

We supply, install, and replace strip curtains for:

• Walk-in cold rooms

• Freezer rooms

• Loading docks

• Prep room entrances

• Mobile cool rooms

✔️ Made to size
✔️ Food-grade materials
✔️ Installed fast with minimal disruption
✔️ Service backed by our 5-Year Workmanship Guarantee

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Areas We Serve

ACRO Refrigeration provides cold room strip curtain installation and repair services across:

• Brisbane (All suburbs)

• Gold Coast

• Sunshine Coast

• Logan & Ipswich

• Northern NSW (By request)

Need fast replacement? We’ve got you covered.

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❓ Cold Room Strip Curtains FAQs

Q: How long do strip curtains last?
A: Typically 1–3 years, depending on traffic, usage, and cleaning.

Q: Can I install them myself?
A: Yes, but professional installation ensures proper fit, seal, and HACCP compliance.

Q: Do strip curtains reduce energy usage?
A: Yes — properly installed strip curtains can reduce refrigeration energy consumption by up to 25–30%.

Q: Are freezer room strip curtains different?
A: Yes. Freezer strip curtains are thicker and more resistant to cracking in sub-zero temps.

Q: How often should I check strip curtain condition?
A: Monthly checks are recommended, or immediately after heavy usage periods.

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📞 Keep the Cold In — Replace Your Strip Curtains Today

If your cold room strip curtains are overdue for a replacement, call 1300 227 600 or request a quote online. We’ll assess, measure, supply, and install — fast.

👉 Book a Site Visit
👉 Request a Strip Curtain Quote

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