Room Dividers

Room dividers are large, flat pieces of furniture which usually consist of three flat panels hinged together. Room dividers are often painted, stained, or covered in fabric to give them a stylish and decorative appearance. Room dividers are designed to be used in a variety of ways.

• Window coverings- Use a room divider to stand in front of a large window and create a privacy screen without blocking the light with curtains.
• Private areas- Great for children's bedrooms or the guest nook, room dividers can create two smaller areas out of one large area and give occupants a little extra privacy.
• Storage- Block off a corner of your room with an attractive room divider, and give your daily clutter a place to hide.
• Decoration- Many interior room dividers are so beautiful they can be placed behind the sofa or against a wall as a stylish touch to your interior decor.

What's Your Style?
Room dividers come in many different styles, from simple to ornate. Some of the most popular are:

• Contemporary - These room dividers are often made of some kind of simple metal or wood frame with fabric, glass or mirror accents. Some reflect trends in home decor like Asian or Southwest.
• Traditional - These room dividers may also be made of metal and fabric, but are more often made of heavier materials like wood or a combination of wood and metal. Some have slats like Venetian blinds, which can let light and air in or keep it out.
• Outdoor Elements - Many room dividers include some kind of outdoors or natural elements. Imagine the breeze flowing through a beautiful rattan room divider blocking the brunt of the summer sun from your porch window. Other room dividers are created of materials that are durable enough to be used outdoors, so you can create a special seating area on the patio or in the yard.
• Shoji Screens - A very specific type of room divider, shoji screens are a traditional Japanese screen that have a unique style. Usually made of some kind of light-colored wood with many panes, they are lined with white rice paper, which maintains privacy but lets in some light.