Record the project requirements
For a hotel, event hall or other public setting, curtain selection should begin with the project's written specification. The responsible project specialist determines the required classification and supporting documents. Flame retardant does not mean non-combustible. A catalogue name or dense appearance is therefore not enough. Record the application, curtain function and required performance in writing so proposals can be compared on equivalent terms and coordinated with the room's other design decisions before fabric quantities are approved.
Documentation for the selected fabric
Record the sample reference, composition, colour and manufacturer information in the proposal. Check that the relevant test report or other required document applies to that material, including the method and conditions under which it was assessed. A collection name does not automatically transfer performance to another fabric. Compare the stated classification with the responsible project specialist's requirements. Completing this review before cutting helps ensure that appearance and technical requirements concern the same agreed material and construction.
Suspension, lining and position
Consider the curtain together with its lining, heading construction and suspension system. The specification should identify the track, fixing location, operation and space occupied by the gathered fabric. Coordinate positions near lighting, heating and other equipment with the project's responsible specialist. Changing the lining or decorative components after selecting the fabric may require further assessment. A written arrangement provides a clear reference for installers and maintenance staff and distinguishes the approved treatment from any later modifications.
Care and material traceability
Agree cleaning requirements when the fabric is selected. The permitted method, moisture restrictions and any checks after care depend on the particular textile and the manufacturer's instructions. Materials with different treatments should not automatically receive the same cleaning process. Keep sample references, supply information and available documents in the facility's records for repeat orders or replacement panels. To start discussing suitable options, send room photographs together with the technical requirements that the proposed curtain treatment needs to address.