Sound Absorption Curtains | ✅ Lab Certified | Reduce Reverberation & Echo for Studios | Thermal | FR
Flame Retardant
Made To Measure
British Made
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Sound Absorption Curtains | ✅ Lab Certified | Reduce Reverberation & Echo for Studios | Thermal | FR
Flame Retardant
Made To Measure
British Made
5 Year Guarantee
Currently 3-4 Weeks - UK Manufactured
UK Mainland Over £250
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Sound Absorption Curtains (0.95 aw) – A-Rated Acoustic Curtains
Made-to-measure acoustic absorption curtains using our Acoustic Herringbone face fabric (360gsm). Independently tested for sound absorption to 0.95 aw (A-rated) when installed as a double-fullness curtain mounted 100mm from a wall – helping reduce echo and reverberation within a room.
Stock note: If a colour cannot be selected, it is currently out of stock and will be on order. We can provide a bespoke quote and advise on lead times – please contact the team via the details in the site header.
A-Rated Absorption
0.95 aw sound absorption (tested configuration)
90% Dimout
Stated as 90% dimout even when unlined
Lining Options
Can be lined, including sealed 2-pass lining options
Flame Retardant
Certified rating BS 5867 Part 2B (see Spec tab)
Expectation setting: This product is designed for sound absorption (reducing echo and reverberation). If you need a curtain primarily to block sound as a room divider, or you are specifically targeting noise through a window, use the dedicated products in our acoustic curtain range: Acoustic Curtains.
Acoustic absorption curtains for calmer rooms
These made-to-measure curtains use our Acoustic Herringbone face fabric (360gsm) and are independently reported as achieving 0.95 aw (A-rated) sound absorption when tested as a double-fullness curtain mounted 100mm from a wall. In practice, this supports improved room acoustics by reducing sound reflections.
The fabric is stated as 90% dimout even when unlined, which can help manage light spill while focusing on acoustic absorption. Lining options are available, including sealed 2-pass lining options for additional light and thermal control (see specification options).
Certificates, care guidance and any supporting documentation are available in the Spec tab for project files.
Where this fits in our range
Choose this option when the priority is reducing echo/reverberation within a space (absorption). For room divider sound reduction or targeted window noise reduction, use the dedicated products shown in our acoustic curtain range: Acoustic Curtains.
Best suited for
- Rooms with hard surfaces where echo and reverberation are an issue
- Multi-use halls, meeting rooms, studios and similar internal spaces
- Projects needing a dimout face fabric (stated 90% dimout when unlined)
For a clear explanation of absorption vs insulation and how to specify correctly, see: Understanding acoustic curtains (absorption vs insulation) .
Who uses our sound absorption curtains
Commonly specified where improved room acoustics are needed, including community venues, education spaces, meeting rooms and multi-purpose areas. They are also used in hospitality settings where reducing reverberation helps improve comfort and speech clarity.
If your requirement is primarily to block sound transfer (e.g. between two areas) rather than reduce echo, use the specialist acoustic options in our range: Acoustic Curtains.
Technical specifications
| Acoustic absorption | 0.95 aw (A-rated) stated; tested as double fullness curtain mounted 100mm from a wall |
| Acoustic test reference | Graded A for EN ISO 354:2003 (as stated in source content) |
| Face fabric weight | 360gsm (Acoustic Herringbone) |
| Light control | 90% dimout stated even when unlined |
| Window insulation note | Acoustic curtain lining + face fabric stated as certified for acoustic insulation of 4db when used with a window |
| Flame retardant rating | BS 5867 Part 2B (see Spec tab for documentation) |
| Composition | 100% Polyester |
| Fabric width | 150cm |
| Pattern repeat (vertical) | 1cm |
| Care note | Face fabric: 30°C (when blackout lined) – see Spec tab for full care guidance |
For contract documentation, download the relevant certificates and care information from the Spec tab. If your project requires a specific lining build-up or performance outcome (absorption vs insulation), please align the specification to the intended use.
| Washing / Cleaning Information Face Fabric | 30 Degrees (When Blackout Lined) |
|---|---|
| Flame Retardant Certified Rating | BS5867 Part 2B |
| Delivery | Currently 3-4 Weeks - UK Manufactured |
| Flame Retardant | Yes |
| Fabric Style | Plains |
| Fabric Width (cm) | 150 |
| Pattern Repeat Vertical (cm) | 1 |
| Composition | 100% Polyester |
| Features | Flame Retardant |
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I was a curtain for my music studio so…I was a curtain for my music studio so I ordered sound absorption curtain. I was really happy with the overall quality. It looks like a really high end curtain in the room. The customer service team were friendly too.0 people found this helpful
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Quick sample delivery :)Ordered some samples for a large project, they came quickly and were of a good size and quality.0 people found this helpful
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Bespoke order fulfilled on time.Bespoke order fulfilled on time. Customer service was so helpful, communicative and patient with requirements and changes. Have the curtains up now and very pleased. Fit the purpose exactly0 people found this helpful
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Absorption Curtains and Tracks<p>Direct Fabrics installed curtain tracks and curtains for a hall. Improve acoustics for the space and the tracks run very smoothly.</p>
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Curtain installation a great successOur personalised advisers were a huge help in putting our order together. They put a quote together instantly, and also understood that as a charity everything at our end took a while to confirm and go ahead. The curtains are a great match and the swatches were a really good guide. The acoustics in the space are much improved, light and heat control a real bonus, and the curtains are well made and look great! Both Lizzie and Jane were endlessly patient about several tweaks to our order, and the fitting went smoothly and without any upheaval or drama. Many thanks to the whole team.0 people found this helpful
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Excellent Service and ProductsNice company to deal with. Very quick to help with my questions, and I'm very pleased with the quality of my curtains. Highly recommended.0 people found this helpful
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Excellent Customer ServiceDirect Fabrics answered my queries promptly sending a number of samples of their fabrics on request. I am very pleased with the curtains which I purchased for my local Guide Hall.0 people found this helpful
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Now they are installed, the room feels more cosy and the acoustics are completely different (there’s less echoing and reverberation).I contacted Direct Fabrics as I wanted a set of curtains that would reduce echoing in my open plan kitchen extension. I spoke to Jane Lovell who was very helpful in specifying the most appropriate fabric based on my needs (sound absorption). After I gave a detailed drawing with measurements, Jane provided a detailed quotation with everything I needed. There was a delay as the fabric I wanted was on back order, but the wait was worth it. Now they are installed, the room feels more cosy and the acoustics are completely different (there’s less echoing and reverberation). Direct Fabrics were very professional and helpful from start to end, and I would highly recommend them to anyone.0 people found this helpful
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Good workmanship<p>Good workmanship. Good service.</p>
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My first contact with this companyMy first contact with this company shows them to be friendly, helpful, experienced with fabrics and respectful and communicative with customers and I plan to work with them again.0 people found this helpful
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