In healthcare and other high-traffic environments, how privacy is created has a direct impact on safety, workflow, and overall experience. For decades, curtains have been the default, but they come with well-known drawbacks as they are difficult to clean, prone to wear out, and limited in flexibility.

Silentia privacy screens offer a modern alternative designed with infection control, durability, and user dignity in mind. In this blog, we’ll take you behind the curtain with a series of before-and-after privacy screen installation photos. By looking at different layout types—from large open bays to specialized areas—you’ll see how replacing curtains with sleek, hygienic privacy screens can elevate both function and design.

Large Open Bays

Before: In open bay layouts, curtains are often the only way to carve out patient zones. They can feel crowded, reduce visibility for staff, and require frequent laundering to meet hygiene standards.

After: Silentia screens fold neatly when not in use, maintaining clear sightlines and open circulation while still providing privacy when needed. The result is a brighter, safer environment with improved infection control and more efficient staff movement.

Semi-Private Rooms

Before: Shared or semi-private rooms typically rely on curtains to create a sense of separation. These fabric dividers offer minimal sound or visual privacy and can disrupt the room’s flow.

After: Silentia screens create a structured yet flexible boundary between occupants. Panels stand firmly without interfering with equipment, helping staff work efficiently while giving each occupant a more dignified, clean, and defined space. 

Individual Rooms

Before: Even private rooms sometimes use curtains for treatment zones or visitor areas. These can appear makeshift and add unnecessary maintenance to housekeeping routines.

After: With Silentia, privacy can be added exactly where it’s needed—at the bedside, across an alcove, or around equipment—without compromising the look or cleanliness of the room. Screens can match interior finishes for a more cohesive, professional feel.

Flexible Spaces & Specialized Care Areas

Before: Not every space fits a standard layout. Temporary or improvised dividers are often used to provide privacy in multipurpose rooms, corridors, or areas with specialized equipment, but they rarely meet cleanliness or design expectations.

After: Silentia privacy screens bring structure and adaptability to any environment. Modular panels can be positioned, folded away, or reconfigured quickly, making it easy to maintain privacy and a clean, orderly look—no matter how unique the space may be.

Key Takeaways

Across every layout type, Silentia privacy screens improve infection control, save space, reduce maintenance, and enhance the environment for patients, staff, and visitors alike. The before-and-after comparison brings life to what is possible in providing high-quality patient care.

See the difference for yourself by exploring Silentia case stories and imagine how our screen system could improve your department or facility.