Product Description
Gold Slag Shed 24 oz Acrylic-Coated Fiberglass Fabric
Gold Slag Shed is a 24 oz acrylic-coated woven fiberglass fabric for welding curtains, vertical screens, machine covers, and other controlled hot-work barriers. The gold finish improves visual identification of the protected work zone, while the coated woven construction is intended to reduce airborne fiber emission and help shed sparks, spatter, and light slag. Select the needed width and purchase method from the Size dropdown: by the yard for fabricated projects or by the 50-yard roll for recurring production and maintenance work.
This is a high-temperature industrial textile—not a universal fireproof barrier. Match the fabric, finished design, installation method, and work practices to the actual welding or cutting process. Confirm local hot-work requirements, required separation distances, worker protection, and the appropriate barrier orientation before placing the material in service.
Verified Material Specifications
| Specification | Verified product information |
|---|---|
| Fabric type | Woven fiberglass fabric with acrylic coating |
| Nominal weight | 24 oz per square yard |
| Color | Gold, high-visibility finish |
| Weave / construction | Plain weave; 20 warp x 12 fill |
| Nominal thickness | 0.035 in |
| Minimum breaking strength | 350 lb warp; 350 lb fill |
| Temperature guidance | Continuous temperatures to 600°F; higher short-duration exposure may be possible only under controlled application conditions |
| Primary applications | Vertical welding curtains, welding screens, machine covers, and selected fabrication projects |
The acrylic coating is intended to improve handling and reduce loose-fiber emission compared with uncoated fiberglass. It does not eliminate the need for appropriate PPE, ventilation, safe work practices, or regular inspection. Do not rely on the fabric alone to control all welding, grinding, cutting, or molten-metal hazards.
Width, Purchase Method, and Price Matrix
Choose the exact Size dropdown option that matches the width and selling method required for your job. All available full rolls are 50-yard rolls; none of the listed widths uses a 100-yard roll.
| Dropdown option | Roll size | Price per yard | Price per roll | Available color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 in Wide – By the Yard | 40 in x 50 yd when ordered as a roll | $18.37 | $734.80 | Gold |
| 60 in Wide – By the Yard | 60 in x 50 yd when ordered as a roll | $27.56 | $1,102.40 | Gold |
| 72 in Wide – By the Yard | 72 in x 50 yd when ordered as a roll | $33.07 | $1,322.80 | Gold |
Price and availability are shown for the current product options and may change. Select a by-the-yard option when fabricating one-off curtains, screens, guards, or covers. Select a 50-yard roll when standardizing fabrication programs, maintaining multiple bays, or supplying ongoing shop production. Review the selected width before checkout because finished fabrication dimensions, hems, hardware, seams, and overlap allowances all consume material.
Choosing a Width for Welding Curtains and Screens
Choose 40-inch material when the project uses narrower panels, machine-side barriers, or smaller covers. Choose 60-inch material for many shop curtain and screen layouts that benefit from a broader single panel. Choose 72-inch material when a wider finished barrier can reduce vertical seams or support a taller curtain pattern. These are material widths, not finished curtain dimensions; account for hems, header attachment, overlap, edge finishing, and any hardware pattern before ordering.
For vertical welding curtains and screens, determine the mounting height, required overlap, floor clearance, and the location of nearby combustible materials before selecting the fabric width. A barrier that is too narrow or mounted with open gaps can leave the work area exposed even when the fabric itself is correctly specified.
Important Hot-Work Orientation Guidance
This Gold Slag Shed fabric is suited to a range of welding applications, including curtains, screens, and machine covers. It is not recommended for horizontal use. Horizontal placement can collect hot debris and increase the severity and duration of exposure. For overhead, horizontal, severe-slag, or molten-metal applications, consult a qualified safety professional and select a material specifically rated for that orientation and exposure.
Before every shift, inspect the fabric for holes, thinning, excessive stiffness, coating damage, frayed edges, contaminated areas, or evidence of repeated thermal abuse. Retire or repair a barrier that no longer offers reliable coverage. The best material selection still depends on installation, spacing, spark direction, job duration, and the hazard created by the specific process.
Target Industries and Use Cases
Gold Slag Shed fabric supports fabrication, welding, maintenance, metalworking, heavy-equipment service, industrial repair, construction support, and manufacturing environments. Common uses include fixed or sliding welding curtains, removable spark screens, equipment drapes, machine covers, protective panels, and custom shop barriers. The gold color can make barrier locations easier to identify in busy work areas, which is useful when a facility needs visible separation around a controlled hot-work zone.
For temporary or permanent barriers, document the installation method and the intended hazard. A properly designed curtain system is part of a larger hot-work plan that can include training, fire watch requirements, cleanup of combustible materials, ventilation, PPE, and post-work inspection.
Fabrication and Care Considerations
Plan the complete finished panel before cutting. Identify the finished width and height, hem allowance, mounting method, overlap, reinforcement needs, and any grommet or hardware pattern. Use fabrication methods appropriate for fiberglass materials and the expected service environment. Keep the fabric clean and dry before fabrication, and avoid dragging it across sharp edges that can abrade the coating or woven substrate.
DeBrovys can assist with custom fabrication discussions for welding curtains, screens, and protective panels. Because this is a high-temperature fiberglass fabric, do not assume that a heat-sealed panel is appropriate: heat-sealed construction and edge treatments require a project-specific review of temperature exposure, orientation, and the selected material. Provide finished dimensions, intended use, mounting details, and photos of the installation area when requesting a fabrication review.
Related DeBrovys High-Temperature Fabric Resources
Compare this material with the DeBrovys industrial fabrics collection and the high-temperature welding fabrics category. For related fiberglass options, review Black Slag Shed Fiberglass Fabric and 17 oz acrylic-coated fiberglass fabric. Visit the DeBrovys blog and industrial safety guides for relevant material-selection and operating guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gold Slag Shed fabric used for?
It is a 24 oz acrylic-coated woven fiberglass fabric for welding curtains, vertical screens, machine covers, and other selected hot-work barrier applications. The final use must be matched to the actual process and safety requirements.
Can I use this fabric horizontally as a welding blanket?
No. This material is not recommended for horizontal use. Horizontal barriers can collect hot debris and experience different exposure conditions. Select a material specifically appropriate for the intended orientation and hazard.
What widths and roll lengths are available?
The Size dropdown offers 40-inch, 60-inch, and 72-inch widths by the yard or as 50-yard rolls. Verify the selected width and selling method before checkout.
Is Gold Slag Shed fabric rated as a certified fire-resistant curtain?
No specific FR certification is verified in the current product record. The fabric has stated temperature guidance, but you should obtain and review the required safety documentation for your application before specifying it as an FR-rated barrier.
Can DeBrovys make a custom curtain or panel from this fabric?
Yes. Contact DeBrovys with finished dimensions, intended orientation, mounting method, hardware needs, and photos of the application. Custom fabrication can be reviewed; heat-sealed panels require a separate compatibility review because of this material’s heat exposure and fiberglass construction.
Order with the Correct Fabric Option
Select the Gold Slag Shed Size dropdown option that matches your required width and purchase method, and record the SKU for future maintenance or fabrication orders. Confirm the end use, panel orientation, mounting method, and safety requirements before purchase. DeBrovys can help review material options and custom fabrication requirements for compatible welding curtains, screens, machine covers, and protective panels.
