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Capri Blackout FR Curtain Fabric 140cm or 280cm 15 Colour Choices

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Capri Blackout FR Curtain Fabric 140cm or 280cm Wide - 15 Colours

Bestselling contract-grade decorative blackout with a premium linen-look texture. 4-pass blackout coating means total light exclusion without needing a lining. Available in 140cm or 280cm wide, with 15 colour options.

Fire Retardant

Contract FR

BS5867 Pt2:B, IMO, BS5852 Cig & Match

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15 Colours

15 Colours

Muted, earthy contract palette

Easy clean

Easy Clean

Durable finish for busy environments

Total blackout without lining

4-pass blackout coating delivers full light exclusion.

Wide width option

Choose 280cm width to reduce joins on large drops.

Hard-wearing finish

Soil and stain resistant, water repellent finish.

Why Capri is a bestseller

Capri is one of our bestselling contract blackout fabrics because it combines a premium linen-look texture with a true blackout backing. The 4-pass blackout coating means you get total light exclusion without needing an additional lining.

It is flame retardant and designed for demanding environments such as healthcare, education, serviced accommodation, and hotels. The fabric has a soft handle and drapes beautifully, helping create a calm, darker room for improved sleep and comfort.

Capri is available in standard width (140cm) and wide width (280cm) to help reduce joins on wider or taller curtains, improving both appearance and efficiency in make-up.

Straight talk

Capri is a decorative blackout fabric, so you usually do not need lining for light exclusion. If your priority is extra thermal insulation or improved acoustics, add a lining for performance rather than blackout.

Choosing 140cm vs 280cm

  • 140cm: standard width for general make-up and cost control.
  • 280cm: ideal for large drops or wide curtains to reduce joins and improve finish.

Best for

A high-performance decorative blackout for contract environments where compliance, durability, and a smart finish matter.

Healthcare and education

Total light exclusion and durable finish for busy environments.

Hotels and serviced accommodation

Linen-look texture with blackout performance for sleep comfort and a premium appearance.

Contract drapery and blinds

High abrasion rating and easy-clean finish for long service life.

Technical specifications

Specification Value
Product type FR Decorative Blackout (4-pass blackout coating)
Widths available 140cm and 280cm
Colours 15 colours
Weight 415gsm
Composition 100% Polyester
Usage Drapery
Abrasion 100,000
Finish Soil and stain resistant, water repellent
Fire retardant standards BS5867 Pt2:B, IMO, BS5852 Cig & Match
Washing 30°C (follow care guidance)

Make-up note for finished curtains

Capri is blackout without lining. If you add a lining, do it for extra thermal benefit, improved drape, or added acoustic performance. If you are unsure which width or finish is best for your project, request a sample or contact the team.

Care and maintenance

Routine care

  • Follow the care label and site cleaning requirements.
  • Regular vacuuming with a soft brush head helps maintain appearance.
  • Spot clean promptly to protect the finish.

Commercial note

  • Confirm cleaning methods with your compliance requirements.
  • If you need documentation for a project file, contact the team for certification details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to line Capri to get blackout?
No. Capri has a 4-pass blackout coating designed to deliver total light exclusion without lining. Add lining only if you want extra thermal insulation, improved drape, or added acoustic performance.
Which width should I choose, 140cm or 280cm?
Choose 140cm for general curtain make-up and cost control. Choose 280cm to reduce joins on tall drops or wide curtains and achieve a cleaner finish.
Is Capri suitable for commercial installations?
Yes. Capri is flame retardant and designed for contract use. If you need certificates for tender or compliance files, contact the team and we can provide the relevant documentation.
Can I get a sample?
Yes. Request a sample to confirm colour and texture under your lighting conditions, especially for specification-led projects.
Features Flame Retardant, Blackout, Thermal
Delivery 3 - 5 Working Days Delivery
Washing / Cleaning Information Face Fabric 30 Degrees (When Blackout Lined)
Flame Retardant Yes
Fabric Style Plains, Semi Plains
Fabric Width (cm) 140cm or contact regarding 280cm width
Pattern Repeat Vertical (cm) n/a
Composition 100% Polyester
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How to Measure For Curtains, Blinds and Tracks.



Pen and Paper

For recording your
measurements.

Helper

Someone to assist if your
windows are large .

Metal Tape Measure

As this will allow you to get a
rigid full length measurement.





Make sure your curtain tracks and poles are fitted in the position you want.


Choose the type of curtains that you would like and how you want to hang your curtains. See our heading styles guide


We recommend fitting your hardware first before measuring, this avoids any issues with not getting the perfect fit.

 

Measure your window using our main guide. Quick summary below. Remember wave, pinch, and designer headings require slightly different measurement

Measure in 3 places and take the shortest drop – Floors and ceilings can run out.

Double / Triple check your measurements

how to measure for curtains



Choosing your Curtain Track Width

The width of the curtain track should extend past your window this allows for the curtains to stack back away from your window and allow light in.

Measure your recess and then add on 15cm on either side. For acoustics , we recommend further to fully cover the window and the surrounding area. In our test we added an additional 30cm to the width and also made the curtain floor length.

Wave curtains, for every 100cm of track the curtains will stack circa *18cm

Eyelet curtains, they will stack back circa 10cm per *70cm of track width

Pencil Pleat will stack approx 25% of the track width. eg. 210cm track will stack 52.5%

* all dependent on thickness of fabric



Selecting your Curtain Drop

Where to Measure From for Different Type of Curtains

Type of Curtains

Fitted On

Where to Measure from - to desired length

Pencil Pleat Curtains

Curtain Track

Top of the Track - If using a extra wide track or designer track like silent gliss metropole, then measure from the underside of the track.

Pencil Pleat Curtains

Curtain Pole

Measure from small ring at the bottom of eye under the ring, this is where your curtain clips into.

Eyelet Curtains

Curtain Pole – Only

Top of the pole *we add on the upstand to our curtains,

Pinch Pleat Curtains

Curtain Track

The underside of the track

Wave Curtains

Curtain Track Designer Pole

The glider underneath the track. The curtain will sit under the track.

Acoustic Curtains

See Heading Style of Choice above

Same but make sure wider than normal ideally 30cm past either side and 30 above. Also to the floor.

 

How to Measure for Blinds going Inside the Recess

How to measure for blinds inside thet recess

  • Measure the exact width of the recess in three places; at the top of the recess, in the centre of the recess and near the bottom - then take the  smallest size.
  • Measure the exact drop of the recess in three places on the left hand side of the recess, in the centre of the recess and on the right hand side of the recess - then take the smallest size.
  • We will take one cm off the finished width size you have given us, to allow for the blind to pull up and down easily.
  • Double check your measurements
  • Cord Safety - Mounting Height - We ask for the mounting height of your blinds to allow for the cord to be 150cm off the ground. If mounting at 210cm This is what you enter in the Fitting height box. We make a deduction to ensure the cord is 150cm from the floor. Thus the cord loop will be 60cm

How to Measure Outside of the Recess


  • Measure the recess in 3 places on the width and also 3 places on the drop. Take the widest measurement.
  • Measure the width of the actual recess plus an additional amount – Usually from 7cm-15cm whatever you think looks appropriate. This is for overlap.
  • Measure the exact drop of the recess. The blind would be fitted above the recess, so check the space above and add an amount on to the drop – usually from 7-15cm
  • These sizes you have taken will be the size of the finished blind.

  • Double check your measurements
  • Cord Safety - Mounting Height - We ask for the mounting height of your blinds to allow for the cord to be 150cm off the ground. If mounting at 210cm This is what you enter in the fitting height box. We make a deduction to ensure the cord is 150cm from the floor. Thus the cord loop will be 60cm



Cubicle Tracks you have to measure with right angles from wall to wall where you want the track to go

Draw your room on a piece of paper with a sky view

Now measure from the wall to wall for straight tracks,

L Shape Tracks Measure to a point on the floor and mark with a piece of tape. Then for the other sides measure from the other wall to that point.

Always check for obstructions and fitting issues you may need to work around


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