Maintenance Guide

Textile Curtains

Marine curtains serve not only as practical items for light blocking and privacy adjustment but also as critical elements in creating a comfortable cabin environment. However, their maintenance presents unique challenges in the maritime context characterized by humidity, salt spray, and significant temperature fluctuations. Today, we present a marine curtain maintenance guide tailored to the specific conditions of marine environments, designed to help you easily address common issues.

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Specialities of Ship Curtains

High-Salinity and High-Humidity Environments: Seawater salt spray accelerates material corrosion, while humid air promotes mold growth.
Recommendation: Opt for specialized marine-grade curtain fabrics with salt spray resistance and anti-mold properties (e.g., polyester blends, anti-corrosion coated materials).

Frequent Opening/Closing and Vibration: The constant movement and vibrations of the ship cause frequent friction and pulling on the curtains, leading to potential deformation of the tracks.
Recommendations: Regularly inspect the fastening screws of the tracks and select abrasion-resistant curtain fabrics.

Fire Safety Requirements: Marine curtains must comply with International Maritime Organization (IMO) fire safety standards (e.g., FTPC testing as per IMO Fire Test Procedures Code).
Recommendations: Prioritize flame-retardant materials and strictly avoid flammable synthetic fabrics (e.g., polyester blends).

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Common Problems and Solutions for Ship Curtains

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Daily maintenance

(I) Cleaning and Maintenance
Regular Dust Removal: Curtains require periodic cleaning to eliminate dust, stains, and salt deposits (critical in marine environments). Given limited onboard space, the following simplified dry/wet cleaning methods are recommended:

• Lightweight Fabrics: Gently brush surface dust with a soft-bristle brush, followed by light damp wiping with a microfiber cloth. Avoid excessive friction to prevent fabric damage.
• Heavy Fabrics: Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment to thoroughly remove embedded dust from folds and seams.

(II) Inspection and Adjustment

Integrity Checks: Conduct regular visual inspections to identify tears, holes, or fraying, with particular focus on hem edges and seams—areas prone to damage from friction or tension. Immediately repair minor damages and replace severely compromised sections to prevent deterioration that could compromise overall protective performance.

Functional Testing: Periodically verify the operational integrity of form-retention curtains:

• Manual Systems: Test raising/lowering and opening/closing functions to ensure smooth, jam-free movement without abnormal noises.
• Motorized Systems: Validate controll system responsiveness and sensor accuracy.

Troubleshooting: Investigate anomalies promptly. Potential issues include deformed tracks, damaged pulleys, motor malfunctions, or loose control wiring. For complex faults requiring specialized diagnostics (e.g., electrical faults, motor recalibration), engage certified marine technicians.

Emergency Handling:

When oil stains occur, immediately absorb the excess oil with a paper towel to prevent penetration.

Seasonal Maintenance:

Before winter, inspect the airtightness of curtains to prevent condensation from eroding them; increase the frequency of dehumidification during the plum rain season.

Upgrade Suggestion:

Consider installing an electric curtain system to reduce wear and tear caused by manual pulling.