vendredi 25 novembre 2011

How To Find Room Dividers From A Variety Of Sources

By Kevin Mai


Room dividers can be used for so many purposes that it is hard to decide where to begin. The structure itself can be made of a variety of materials. The rooms that can use dividers are unlimited as well.

One of the more common items used to divide a room is furniture. Shelf units, that are open to both sides, or sofa tables are typical. They provide a place for display and storage. But they are not the only options.

Folding screens have divided rooms all around the world. Whether made of paper or metal, wood or fabric, they are often self-supporting and easy to move. But, they can be attached to walls as permanent structures. There are very heavy folding screens of particleboard that need two people to move.

Why you want to section off areas of room can determine what you use to accomplish this goal. If privacy is an issue or you want to conceal a messy desk that you use in the living room, the solid screen will be more effective than an open shelving unit.

Limited living space is often the reason a room divider is needed. Studio apartments are perhaps the best example of how room dividers can do double duty. While a kitchen cart is available for meal preparation, it can unfold for a dining area and block the off the kitchen when not in use. A bunk bed can have a functional office under the bed or even a closet and dresser.

There are wide desks that have working drawers, knee space and worktops on both sides. They can divide a small office to accommodate two people. Where you place large pieces of furniture can section off space in a large room. Even floor coverings can create separate areas.

There are materials that you may not have considered for room dividers. Three old screen doors that are hinged together will offer space for photos and art and make a great recycling project. There are cardboard walls in different heights that collapse or stretch as needed. The honeycomb structure lets them curve and bend as well.

While you are busy dividing your indoor spaces, the outdoors might be in need of some sectioning too. But if the weather is not cooperating, then you can concentrate on using room dividers in the kitchen or bedroom or den or living room or, well, you get the idea.




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