How do you divide a room quickly?

To quickly divide a room, you can use a freestanding room divider. If you wish to leave the room open but visually divide it, try placing accent rugs under the furniture in different areas. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of room dividers.

What do you call a room divider?

Room dividers can also be referred to as screens or panels.

What are room dividers called?

What room dividers are called depends on their style. Large collapsible walls are partition walls, while sectioned panels with hinges are screens. Japanese-style room dividers are known as shoji blinds. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of room dividers from some of the world's top dealers.

What can be used as room dividers?

The simplest things that can be used as room dividers are room divider furnishings that stand up on their own. You can also use folding screens, pocket doors, bookcases, curtains, trellises, hanging shelves and other objects and furniture pieces as room dividers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of room dividers.

What is the cheapest way to divide a room?

Lightweight Japanese paper lattice screens known as shōji are a versatile way to define a living space and block drafts. Painted folding screens known as byōbu are also used as decorative elements, often featuring landscapes, animals, and flowering plants. Chinese folding screens were traditionally comprised of monumental hinged panels, intricately carved and decorated with panoramic landscapes or stone inlay.

What is the Carlton room divider made of?

The Carlton room divider is a Memphis-style icon made of medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and plastic laminate. A highly sculptural piece, it features a bookcase, drawers and shelves painted in lovely muted primary colors. Shop Carlton room dividers from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Do room dividers fall easily?

Whether room dividers fall easily depends on a few factors. Generally, the heavier the room divider is, the less likely it is to tip over. Dividers are also less likely to fall if they are properly adjusted. With an accordion-style divider, try bending the panels at a wider angle to create a more sturdy base. Some people choose to install stabilizing brackets on the floor to keep their room dividers upright. Depending on the style of your space, you may also be able to hang a divider from the ceiling or attach one end to a wall. Shop a variety of room dividers on 1stDibs.

Are room dividers a good idea?

Yes, room dividers are a good idea. The right room divider can make large spaces feel more intimate. Dividers can also make it easier for a space to serve two functions, such as a dining room and a living room. Room dividers can additionally help to ensure privacy when placed in offices, bathrooms and bedrooms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of room dividers.

Can you use curtains as a room divider?

Yes, you can use curtains as a room divider. To do so, you will need to mount hanging hardware on the ceiling. One of the biggest benefits of using curtains to divide rooms is that they are easy to maneuver when you want to open up a space or close off an area. Shop a range of curtains on 1stDibs.

Can you attach a room divider to the wall?

Yes, you can attach a room divider to a wall using nails or adhesive. However, making holes or using strong chemical glues may damage some room divider materials. If you do choose to anchor a divider, use care when removing it in the future. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of room dividers.

How do I keep my room dividers from falling down

For standing room dividers, make sure you set them up in an accordion or or zig zag fold pattern to keep them from falling down.

What can I use instead of a room divider?

There are many things that you can use instead of a room divider. If you want to be able to open up the room or quickly create more privacy, curtains suspended from the ceiling can be a good choice. Folding screens are another option that give you the flexibility to change your room easily. For a more permanent solution, you can divide the room with case goods like bookcases. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of furniture from some of the world's top dealers.

What are those paper room dividers called?

Paper room dividers are often called decorative screens or merely room dividers depending on the design. The earliest examples of folding screens are said to have originated in China and go back at least as far as the Han dynasty. Screens of the era were heavy structures made of wood and had hinges of cloth or leather. They were adorned with elaborate landscape paintings that were typically created on silk or paper canvases and applied directly to the screen’s panels afterward. Just as they had been in the 20th century and today, the folding screens then were recognized for both their practical and purely decorative properties. Japanese room-divider screens were also decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of room dividers and decorative screens.

What are those Chinese room dividers called?

Chinese room dividers are also called pingfengs. The term pingfeng in traditional Chinese literally means “wind blocker” or “wind wall.” Some people also refer to these room dividers as folding screens because they consist of hinged panels that allow them to fold up when not in use. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of folding screens from some of the world's top dealers.

Who did Ettore Sottsass design the Carlton room divider for?

Ettore Sottsass did not design the Carlton room divider for a specific patron or client. He created the piece while working with the Memphis Group, an art collective that held joint shows from 1981 to 1987. Find a selection of Ettore Sottsass furniture on 1stDibs.

Freestanding Room Divider

Art Deco Folding Screen

Don Harvey Screens

Mid Century Wall Divider

Baumann French Screen

Kurt Ostervig Wall Unit

Freestanding Teak Wall Unit

Freestanding Mid Century Bookcase

Freestanding Shelves

Richard Harvey Sculpta-Grille Model C-20 Freestanding Room Divider, 1959

$6,900Sale Price / item|27% Off

H 74.5 in W 33.5 in D 19.5 in

Richard Harvey Sculpta-Grille Model C-20 Freestanding Room Divider, 1959

By Richard Harvey

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This freestanding model C-20 Sculpta-Grille room divider by Richard Harvey for Harvey Design

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Vintage Freestanding Walnut Chest Room Divider circa 1930 Austria

$3,874

H 27.96 in W 29.73 in D 10.24 in

Art Deco Vintage Freestanding Walnut Chest Room Divider circa 1930 Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

vintage freestanding room divider or small chest from lively walnut veneer and spruce in smoothly

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Walnut, Spruce

Modern Minimal Room Divider Dressing Room Privacy Screen in Burgandy

$2,673 / item

H 68.9 in W 38.19 in D 19.3 in

Modern Minimal Room Divider Dressing Room Privacy Screen in Burgandy

By &New

Located in Leicester, GB

The Gray screen is a freestanding room divider named after the iconic modernist architect-designer

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Minimal Yellow Aluminium Privacy Screen / Room Divider

$2,665 / item

H 68.9 in W 38.19 in D 19.3 in

Modern Minimal Yellow Aluminium Privacy Screen / Room Divider

By &New

Located in Leicester, GB

The Gray Screen is a freestanding room divider, named after the iconic modernist architect-designer

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Minimal Privacy Screen / Pink Room Divider in Aluminium

$2,665 / item

H 68.9 in W 38.19 in D 19.3 in

Modern Minimal Privacy Screen / Pink Room Divider in Aluminium

By &New

Located in Leicester, GB

The Gray Screen is a freestanding room divider named after the iconic modernist architect-designer

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Minimal Privacy Screen / Room Divider in Sky Blue / Indoor Outdoor

$2,673 / item

H 68.9 in W 38.19 in D 19.3 in

Modern Minimal Privacy Screen / Room Divider in Sky Blue / Indoor Outdoor

By &New

Located in Leicester, GB

The Gray Screen is a freestanding room divider named after the iconic modernist architect-designer

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Walnut and Lacquer Étagère / Book Shelf By Alex P White

$15,500

H 84 in W 96 in D 16 in

Contemporary Walnut and Lacquer Étagère / Book Shelf By Alex P White

By Alex P. White

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The bleached walnut and lacquer étagère is substantial enough to be a freestanding room divider for

Category

2010s American Minimalist Shelves

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Six-Panel Chinese Black Lacquer Screen with Hand-Painted Court Scenes

$5,800

H 72 in W 108 in D 1 in

Six-Panel Chinese Black Lacquer Screen with Hand-Painted Court Scenes

Located in Yonkers, NY

as a freestanding room divider or mounted as a dramatic wall element in both classic and contemporary

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Leather, Wood

Postmodern Modular Bookcase, Italy, 1980s

$3,400

H 70.08 in W 81.5 in D 9.45 in

Postmodern Modular Bookcase, Italy, 1980s

Located in Antwerp, BE

. Versatile in its utility, the piece can serve as a freestanding room divider or a statement against a wall

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Freestanding Bookcase Room Divider in Olive Wood

$4,107

H 77.96 in W 47.25 in D 13.78 in

Freestanding Bookcase Room Divider in Olive Wood

Located in London, GB

Solid olive wood free unit is very versatile. It can be free standing as a room divider as well as

Category

Late 20th Century European Bookcases

Materials

Olive, Wood

Vintage Stained Glass Peacock Room Divider Screen

$1,025

H 64 in W 22 in D 1.25 in

Vintage Stained Glass Peacock Room Divider Screen

Located in Freehold, NJ

This vintage freestanding stained glass room divider features colorful scene depicting a peacock

Category

Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Stained Glass

Riva 1920 A-BOOK Bookshelf - Design by Fabio Di Bartolomei W 240 cm / 94.5 in

$21,970

H 85.44 in W 94.49 in D 16.54 in

Riva 1920 A-BOOK Bookshelf - Design by Fabio Di Bartolomei W 240 cm / 94.5 in

By Riva 1920, Fabio Di Bartolomei

Located in Alcamo, IT

freestanding room divider, defining spaces without overwhelming them, or as a statement piece against a wall

Category

2010s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Freestanding Wall Unit – Wooden Room Divider, Rich Finish, USA, c. 1960s

$4,077

H 71 in W 52.5 in D 17 in

Freestanding Wall Unit – Wooden Room Divider, Rich Finish, USA, c. 1960s

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

—ideal as a room divider, bookshelf, or display cabinet in a living room, office, or studio

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Bookshelf Casamania & Horm QuaDror 04 design Dror

$22,859 / item

H 82.68 in W 131.89 in D 15.75 in

Bookshelf Casamania & Horm QuaDror 04 design Dror

By Dror Benshetrit, Horm

Located in Alcamo, IT

as both a freestanding room divider or a wall-mounted unit, QuaDror 04 combines formal rigor with

Category

2010s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

French Tambour Room Divider by Jomaine Baumann for s.n.s.A.

$4,200

H 59 in W 75 in D 0.75 in

French Tambour Room Divider by Jomaine Baumann for s.n.s.A.

By S.N.S.A., Jomaine Baumann

Located in Brooklyn, NY

for use as a functional room divider or freestanding interior element. Jomaine Baumann was a French

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood, Pine

1950s Italian Teak and Black-Lacquered Room Divider with Diamond-Patterned Doors

$3,050

H 66.93 in W 39.38 in D 13.78 in

1950s Italian Teak and Black-Lacquered Room Divider with Diamond-Patterned Doors

By Gianfranco Frattini, Gio Ponti, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Dronten, NL

Elegant and rare 1950s Italian mid-century modern room divider and freestanding bookcase crafted in

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

One-Off 1964 Rotating Bookshelf Centro, Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy

$44,190

H 84.65 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in

One-Off 1964 Rotating Bookshelf Centro, Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy

By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi

Located in Arosio, IT

, allowing easy access to all sides and turning it into a freestanding room divider or a sculptural focal

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Free Standing Golden Mirror Room Divider, Handcrafted by Rafael Calvo

$5,450

H 84 in W 33 in D 12 in

Free Standing Golden Mirror Room Divider, Handcrafted by Rafael Calvo

By Rafael Calvo Studio

Located in Miami, FL

The Freestanding Golden Mirror Room Divider is made from solid poplar covered with gold leaf. This

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Floor Mirrors and ...

Materials

Gold Leaf

Crossing Bookcase by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1970s

$4,237

H 86.62 in W 113.78 in D 20.08 in

Crossing Bookcase by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1970s

By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti

Located in Conversano, IT

unit, a freestanding room divider, or a sculptural centerpiece in both residential and professional

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Smoked Glass, Birdseye Maple

Art Deco Vintage Freestanding Walnut Chest Geometric Pattern circa 1925 Austria

$17,555

H 30.32 in W 27.56 in D 16.15 in

Art Deco Vintage Freestanding Walnut Chest Geometric Pattern circa 1925 Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

, very nicely as room divider as well. It is certain this chest would be cherished through many

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Large French Tambour Folding Screen by Jomaine Baumann

$4,200

H 67 in W 118 in D 1 in

Large French Tambour Folding Screen by Jomaine Baumann

By Jomaine Baumann, S.N.S.A.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

, folded, or extended configurations. Suitable for use as a functional room divider or freestanding

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Vintage Four-Panel Screen with Gilt Renaissance-Style Scroll and Urn Motifs

$2,800

H 67 in W 72.5 in D 1 in

Vintage Four-Panel Screen with Gilt Renaissance-Style Scroll and Urn Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

versatile, this decorative screen functions beautifully as a freestanding accent or room divider. In

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Three-Panel Silver Tea Leaf Folding Screen, Finished on Both Sides

$3,600

H 80 in W 48 in D 1 in

Three-Panel Silver Tea Leaf Folding Screen, Finished on Both Sides

Located in Palm Desert, CA

room divider or freestanding accent. The silver tea leaf finish lends a refined, luminous quality

Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Cini Boeri - Leather Sofa "Gradual" for Knoll International, 1970s

$9,927

H 24.41 in W 90.56 in D 36.23 in

Cini Boeri - Leather Sofa "Gradual" for Knoll International, 1970s

By Cini Boeri, Knoll

Located in Rosendahl, DE

perfect freestanding element or room divider. Discreet casters underneath allow for easy mobility, despite

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Marc Newson 'Kiss the Future' Sideboard in Black Molded Polypropylene

$6,450

H 27.96 in W 75.79 in D 25.2 in

Marc Newson 'Kiss the Future' Sideboard in Black Molded Polypropylene

By Marc Newson

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Marc Newson for W & LT (Wild & Lethal Trash) retail stores, freestanding storage unit or room

Category

1990s Belgian Post-Modern Sideboards

Materials

Plastic

Pair of Chinese Crackle Lacquer Courtyard Doors, c. 1800

$8,800

H 89 in W 60 in D 20 in

Pair of Chinese Crackle Lacquer Courtyard Doors, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

sculpture or room divider with incredible texture and history. Additional Dimensions: Doors: 53"W x 2.75"D

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Elm

Rustic Lodge Style Forged Iron Deer Hall Tree

$995

H 81 in W 37 in D 17.5 in

Rustic Lodge Style Forged Iron Deer Hall Tree

Located in Forney, TX

/ coat hanger / room divider screen / freestanding rack. Dual sided, having a naturalistic figural deer

Category

Late 20th Century Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Recent Sales

Monumental Vintage Root Wood Specimen as Freestanding Room Divider

Unavailable

H 82 in W 100 in D 36 in

Monumental Vintage Root Wood Specimen as Freestanding Room Divider

Located in Palm Springs, CA

cut and scaled for use as a room divider, architectural centerpiece or for sheer sculptural value

Category

Vintage 1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Yarrow Modular Triple Box Bookcase

Unavailable

H 45 in W 18 in D 12 in

Yarrow Modular Triple Box Bookcase

Located in Philadelphia, PA

placed against a wall or as a freestanding room divider and used to store records, books, boxes and more

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Yarrow Modular Single Box Bookcase

Unavailable

H 19 in W 18 in D 12 in

Yarrow Modular Single Box Bookcase

Located in Philadelphia, PA

placed against a wall or as a freestanding room divider and used to store records, books, boxes and more

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Custom Metal Matchstick Freestanding Room Divider Screen

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H 78 in W 59 in D 1 in

Custom Metal Matchstick Freestanding Room Divider Screen

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Looking to add an amazing and functional piece of art to your space. This all metal custom room

Category

20th Century Screens and Room Dividers

Midcentury Dutch Modern Freestanding Room Divider- Shelve Unit In Oak, 1950s

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H 75.99 in W 66.15 in D 13 in

Midcentury Dutch Modern Freestanding Room Divider- Shelve Unit In Oak, 1950s

Located in The Hague, NL

shelve unit can be used as room divider, bookcase as well as secretary. This shelve unit consists of two

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Retro Mahogany Open Bookcase or Room Divider

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H 46.86 in W 77.96 in D 11.82 in

Retro Mahogany Open Bookcase or Room Divider

Located in London, GB

ebonized trim. It's beautifully finished on both sides, so can be used as a freestanding room divider. We

Category

Vintage 1950s English Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Danish Modern Kurt Ostervig Teak Freestanding Wall Unit or Room Divider

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H 71 in W 41 in D 16 in

Danish Modern Kurt Ostervig Teak Freestanding Wall Unit or Room Divider

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Las Vegas, NV

, teak system is fully finished on the back, allowing for use as a freestanding room divider. It also

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

French Art Deco Room Divider in Stained Patinated Pine, Made by S.N.S.A, 1950s

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H 69.3 in W 72.84 in D 0.4 in

French Art Deco Room Divider in Stained Patinated Pine, Made by S.N.S.A, 1950s

By S.N.S.A., Alvar Aalto

Located in Odense, DK

French Art Deco freestanding room divider / folding screen in stained pine made by S.N.S.A in

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Pine

Kurt Østervig Modular Teak Room Divider, Free Standing Wall Unit, 1960's Denmark

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H 70.08 in W 114.18 in D 15.75 in

Kurt Østervig Modular Teak Room Divider, Free Standing Wall Unit, 1960's Denmark

By KP Mobler, Kurt Østervig

Located in The Hague, NL

This exceptional Scandinavian design free standing wall unit or room divider designed by Kurt

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Kurt Ostervig Danish Freestanding Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit, circa 1960

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H 70.87 in W 41.34 in L 70.87 in

Kurt Ostervig Danish Freestanding Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit, circa 1960

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Breda, Netherlands

This Danish Mid-Century Modern freestanding room divider/bookshelf is a top -quality unit. Design

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Kurt Ostervig Teak Wall Unit or Room Divider

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H 71 in W 203 in D 16 in

Danish Modern Kurt Ostervig Teak Wall Unit or Room Divider

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Las Vegas, NV

, teak system is fully finished on the back, allowing for use as a freestanding room divider. It also

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

French Art Deco tambour screen room divider in Pine 1930’s attributed Baumman

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H 70.87 in W 80.71 in D 0.79 in

French Art Deco tambour screen room divider in Pine 1930’s attributed Baumman

By Baumann France

Located in London, GB

A beautifully restored and conditioned French Art Deco freestanding room divider / folding screen

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Pine

Paul McCobb Display Cabinet

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H 78 in W 60 in D 15 in

Paul McCobb Display Cabinet

Located in Chicago, IL

" footprint. Solid one-piece construction with finished back, makes a great freestanding room divider.

Category

American Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

French Midcentury Wood Folding Screen

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H 59 in W 79 in D 0.75 in

French Midcentury Wood Folding Screen

Located in Burton, TX

Found in France, this French Art Deco freestanding room divider / folding screen in patinated pine

Category

Mid-20th Century French Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal

Rosewood and Chrome Retro Sideboard by Gordon Russell Vintage, 1960s

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H 26.78 in W 60.24 in D 18.12 in

Rosewood and Chrome Retro Sideboard by Gordon Russell Vintage, 1960s

By Gordon Russell

Located in London, GB

room divider. Measures: Depth 46 cm Width 153 cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s English Sideboards

Materials

Chrome

1970s Vintage Italian Glass and Brass Bookcase or Display Cabinet

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H 70.87 in W 32.68 in D 15.75 in

1970s Vintage Italian Glass and Brass Bookcase or Display Cabinet

Located in London, GB

wall or as a freestanding room divider. Measure: Width 83 cm Depth 40 cm Height 180 cm.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass

Black Lacquer Six-Panel Screen Divider with Hand-Painted Red-Crested Cranes

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H 84 in W 97.25 in D 1 in

Black Lacquer Six-Panel Screen Divider with Hand-Painted Red-Crested Cranes

Located in Yonkers, NY

allows the screen to serve as both a decorative wall element and a freestanding room divider. Likely

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Poul Cadovius Cado Rosewood Danish Modern 2-Bay Room Divider / Wall unit

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H 96 in W 63 in D 21 in

Poul Cadovius Cado Rosewood Danish Modern 2-Bay Room Divider / Wall unit

Located in Las Vegas, NV

– Functions as both a wall unit or freestanding room divider, ideal for open-concept spaces Rare Poul Cadovius

Category

Vintage 1960s Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Freestanding Modern Room Divider Screens

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H 70 in W 42 in D 14 in

Pair of Freestanding Modern Room Divider Screens

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of very nice quality and design freestanding room dividers.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Freestanding Two-Piece Walnut Room Divider Bookshelf

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H 78.25 in W 57.25 in L 78.25 in

Freestanding Two-Piece Walnut Room Divider Bookshelf

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Gorgeous Scandinavian modern open two-piece walnut wall unit room divider. Stands on its own and is

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Walnut

Retro Italian Brass Bookcase or Cabinet

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H 57.49 in W 35.44 in D 13.78 in

Retro Italian Brass Bookcase or Cabinet

Located in London, GB

be used against a wall, or as a freestanding room divider. Measures: Depth 35 cm Width 90 cm

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Chrome and Glass Bookshelf / Display Cabinet

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H 61.03 in W 29.93 in D 11.82 in

Vintage Italian Chrome and Glass Bookshelf / Display Cabinet

Located in London, GB

steel frame has a lovely finish, it is identical front and back, so can be used as a freestanding room

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

Kurt Ostervig Danish Teak Roomdivider Wall Unit, circa 1960

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H 70.87 in W 41.34 in L 70.87 in

Kurt Ostervig Danish Teak Roomdivider Wall Unit, circa 1960

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Breda, Netherlands

This Danish Mid-Century Modern freestanding room divider or bookshelf is a top -quality unit

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Freestanding Wall Unit / Room Divider

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H 84 in W 76 in D 18 in

Freestanding Wall Unit / Room Divider

Located in Brooklyn, NY

smart & functional with a finished back & rosewood panels

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Mid-Century modern unit

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H 82.29 in W 93.71 in D 15.75 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century modern unit

Located in Diest, BE

used against the wall or as a freestanding room divider Comprising four vertical supports, this unit

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid-Century modern unit

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H 118.12 in W 125.2 in D 16.54 in

Italian Mid-Century modern unit

Located in Diest, BE

freestanding room divider Features: Four-section wall unit with adjustable shelves. We have one more bar

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Vanity Table with Mirrors by Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s

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H 26.78 in W 46.46 in D 17.33 in

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Vanity Table with Mirrors by Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard

Located in Odense, DK

as a freestanding room divider. The measurements are: Width: 118 cm. / 46,5 inches. Table

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vanities

Materials

Rosewood

1950s Czech Freestanding Shelving Unit, Room Divider

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H 10.63 in W 49.22 in D 103.94 in

1950s Czech Freestanding Shelving Unit, Room Divider

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950's Czech Freestanding Shelving Unit - Room Divider. 1950's Czech Freestanding Shelving Unit

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Shelves

Materials

Oak

Sliding Door by Charlotte Perriand, 1970s, France

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H 80.71 in W 66.93 in D 1.19 in

Sliding Door by Charlotte Perriand, 1970s, France

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

wardrobes, echoing its original architectural purpose or as a striking freestanding room divider or privacy

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates

Materials

Pine

20th Century Italian Chrome & Smoked Glass Shelving Unit c.1980

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H 63.39 in W 58.27 in D 17.72 in

20th Century Italian Chrome & Smoked Glass Shelving Unit c.1980

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

attractive. It can be positioned up against a wall to complement your interior or used as a freestanding room

Category

20th Century Italian Other Shelves

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Unique Mid-Century Modern Freestanding Teak Wall Unit Room Divider

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H 88.5 in W 100 in D 16 in

Unique Mid-Century Modern Freestanding Teak Wall Unit Room Divider

Located in Brooklyn, NY

design and finished back make this suitable for use against a wall or as room divider. Drop-leaf center

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Teak

60s Staples Ladderax Freestanding Modular Teak Shelving System Room Divider Desk

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H 14.18 in W 72.64 in L 14.18 in

60s Staples Ladderax Freestanding Modular Teak Shelving System Room Divider Desk

By Staples & Co. Ltd, Ladderax, Robert Heal

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

front and back enabling the system to be used as a room divider, as the boxes are finished at the back

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Room Divider/Freestanding Black Metal Teak Wall Shelving/Storage with Two Desks

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H 78.75 in W 96.86 in D 16.54 in

Room Divider/Freestanding Black Metal Teak Wall Shelving/Storage with Two Desks

By Ladderax

Located in Markington, GB

XXL room divider / freestanding black metal framed teak book shelving / storage unit with his and

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Vintage Danish Modern Teak Freestanding Wall Unit/Room Divider by Lyby Møbler

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H 84 in W 74 in D 17 in

Vintage Danish Modern Teak Freestanding Wall Unit/Room Divider by Lyby Møbler

By Lyby Mobler

Located in San Antonio, TX

This vintage Danish modern teak freestanding wall unit/room divider by Lyby Møbler is in overall

Category

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Materials

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Mid Century French Baumann Paravent Paris Pine Folding Screen Room Divider

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H 67 in W 79 in D 1 in

Mid Century French Baumann Paravent Paris Pine Folding Screen Room Divider

By Baumann France

Located in Burton, TX

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Materials

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Two (2) Bay Freestanding Wall Unit / Room Divider in Teak, Yugoslavia, c. 1960's

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H 72 in W 56.5 in D 26.5 in

Two (2) Bay Freestanding Wall Unit / Room Divider in Teak, Yugoslavia, c. 1960's

Located in Deland, FL

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Set of four Arch modular solid oak bentwood shelving units, by Note Studio

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H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 13 in

Set of four Arch modular solid oak bentwood shelving units, by Note Studio

By FOGIA, Note Design Studio

Located in Highclere, Newbury

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2010s Swedish Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Set of two Arch modular bentwood solid oak shelving units by Note Studio

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H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 13 in

Set of two Arch modular bentwood solid oak shelving units by Note Studio

By FOGIA, Note Design Studio

Located in Highclere, Newbury

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Mid Century Modern Librenza Room Divider Bookcase by G Plan

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H 75.5 in W 37.5 in D 19 in

Mid Century Modern Librenza Room Divider Bookcase by G Plan

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Stunning Midcentury Paul McCobb Planner Group Room Divider Etagere Walnut

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Danish Modern Bookcase Room Divider w Desk by Arne Hovmand Olsen

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Danish Modern Bookcase Room Divider w Desk by Arne Hovmand Olsen

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William Ketelle Handcrafted Freestanding Wall Unit, 1971

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William Ketelle Handcrafted Freestanding Wall Unit, 1971

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Handcrafted freestanding wall unit / room divider by California Modern Craftsman William Ketelle

Category

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Materials

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Mid-Century, Italian Modern Freestanding Wall Unit

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H 78.25 in W 81 in D 15.25 in

Mid-Century, Italian Modern Freestanding Wall Unit

By Ico Parisi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This impressive 1950s Italian Freestanding Wall Unit/Room Divider is in the style of Ico Parisi

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Freestanding 'Abstracta' Sideboard by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 196

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H 31.89 in W 67.72 in D 16.93 in

Freestanding 'Abstracta' Sideboard by Jos De Mey for Van Den Berghe-Pauvers, 196

By Van den Berghe-Pauvers 1, Jos De Mey

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

finished in walnut veneer so it can be used freestanding or as a room divider. In very good restored

Category

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Materials

Brass

Ateliers Jean Prouvé Screen

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H 71 in W 149 in D 16 in

Ateliers Jean Prouvé Screen

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A freestanding and movable partition/screen/room divider of nickel plated perforated steel panels

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

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Rare teak plywood shelving by Wilhelm Lutjens for De Boer Gouda

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H 48.63 in W 58.86 in D 11.62 in

Rare teak plywood shelving by Wilhelm Lutjens for De Boer Gouda

By Wilhelm Lutjens

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Rare Dutch shelving that can be used freestanding as a room divider. An early design from 1953 by

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Organic Modern Wall Console/ Sideboard Large Teak Root in Black Metal Frame

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H 31.5 in W 78.7 in D 15.7 in

Organic Modern Wall Console/ Sideboard Large Teak Root in Black Metal Frame

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

freestanding, for example as room divider due its design.

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Mid Century Ash & Walnut Cabinets From Jitona, 1960s, Set of 2

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H 59.85 in W 39.38 in D 14.18 in

Mid Century Ash & Walnut Cabinets From Jitona, 1960s, Set of 2

By Jitona

Located in Żory, PL

with drop-down doors on both sides, making it perfect as a room divider or freestanding piece. The

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Organic Modern Sideboard or Wall Console, Teak Root Special Lacquered

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Organic Modern Sideboard or Wall Console, Teak Root Special Lacquered

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

room divider.

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Michel Ducaroy wall unit Roche Bobois, 1970s

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Michel Ducaroy wall unit Roche Bobois, 1970s

By Michel Ducaroy, Roche Bobois

Located in Den Haag, NL

at all and can be placed freestanding as a room divider. The system's minimum height is 250cm and

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H 110.24 in W 31.5 in D 9.06 in

1970s Michel Ducaroy Lucite Shelving Unit

By Michel Ducaroy, Roche Bobois

Located in Den Haag, NL

and can be placed freestanding as a room divider. The system's minimum height is 250cm and it can

Category

Vintage 1970s French Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Danish Abstracta Corner Bookcase by Poul Cadovius, 1960s

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H 61.03 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in

Vintage Danish Abstracta Corner Bookcase by Poul Cadovius, 1960s

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Asaa, DK

room divider. This is an early unit, as seen from the connectors where some are marked with "Pat

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Vintage Danish Abstracta Bookcase by Poul Cadovius, 1960s

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H 64.57 in W 95.67 in D 14.18 in

Vintage Danish Abstracta Bookcase by Poul Cadovius, 1960s

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Asaa, DK

also suitable as a freestanding bookcase or room divider. This is an early unit, as seen from the

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Vintage Danish Abstracta Low Bookcase by Poul Cadovius, 1960s

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Vintage Danish Abstracta Low Bookcase by Poul Cadovius, 1960s

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Asaa, DK

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

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Large 'Model 207' Executive Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast Furniture, 1950s

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Large 'Model 207' Executive Teak Desk by Arne Vodder for Sibast Furniture, 1950s

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

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French Art Deco Black Lacquer Pedestal with Tiered Shelves, 1930s

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Arne Vodder model 207 executive desk rosewood Sibast Denmark 1960

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Freestanding Room Divider For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the freestanding room divider you’re looking for. Each freestanding room divider for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and organic material. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer freestanding room divider, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each freestanding room divider bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made freestanding room divider over the years, but those crafted by Richard Harvey, Ladderax and Lyby Mobler are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for a freestanding room divider start at $1,800 and top out at $7,500 with the average selling for $3,893.

Questions About Freestanding Room Divider

How do you divide a room quickly?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To quickly divide a room, you can use a freestanding room divider. If you wish to leave the room open but visually divide it, try placing accent rugs under the furniture in different areas. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of room dividers.
What do you call a room divider?
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Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Room dividers can also be referred to as screens or panels.
What are room dividers called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
What room dividers are called depends on their style. Large collapsible walls are partition walls, while sectioned panels with hinges are screens. Japanese-style room dividers are known as shoji blinds. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of room dividers from some of the world's top dealers.
What can be used as room dividers?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
The simplest things that can be used as room dividers are room divider furnishings that stand up on their own. You can also use folding screens, pocket doors, bookcases, curtains, trellises, hanging shelves and other objects and furniture pieces as room dividers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of room dividers.
What is the cheapest way to divide a room?
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PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020
Lightweight Japanese paper lattice screens known as shōji are a versatile way to define a living space and block drafts. Painted folding screens known as byōbu are also used as decorative elements, often featuring landscapes, animals, and flowering plants. Chinese folding screens were traditionally comprised of monumental hinged panels, intricately carved and decorated with panoramic landscapes or stone inlay.
What is the Carlton room divider made of?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Carlton room divider is a Memphis-style icon made of medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and plastic laminate. A highly sculptural piece, it features a bookcase, drawers and shelves painted in lovely muted primary colors. Shop Carlton room dividers from top sellers on 1stDibs.
Do room dividers fall easily?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
Whether room dividers fall easily depends on a few factors. Generally, the heavier the room divider is, the less likely it is to tip over. Dividers are also less likely to fall if they are properly adjusted. With an accordion-style divider, try bending the panels at a wider angle to create a more sturdy base. Some people choose to install stabilizing brackets on the floor to keep their room dividers upright. Depending on the style of your space, you may also be able to hang a divider from the ceiling or attach one end to a wall. Shop a variety of room dividers on 1stDibs.
Are room dividers a good idea?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
Yes, room dividers are a good idea. The right room divider can make large spaces feel more intimate. Dividers can also make it easier for a space to serve two functions, such as a dining room and a living room. Room dividers can additionally help to ensure privacy when placed in offices, bathrooms and bedrooms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of room dividers.
Can you use curtains as a room divider?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
Yes, you can use curtains as a room divider. To do so, you will need to mount hanging hardware on the ceiling. One of the biggest benefits of using curtains to divide rooms is that they are easy to maneuver when you want to open up a space or close off an area. Shop a range of curtains on 1stDibs.
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
Yes, you can attach a room divider to a wall using nails or adhesive. However, making holes or using strong chemical glues may damage some room divider materials. If you do choose to anchor a divider, use care when removing it in the future. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of room dividers.
How do I keep my room dividers from falling down
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For standing room dividers, make sure you set them up in an accordion or or zig zag fold pattern to keep them from falling down.
What can I use instead of a room divider?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
There are many things that you can use instead of a room divider. If you want to be able to open up the room or quickly create more privacy, curtains suspended from the ceiling can be a good choice. Folding screens are another option that give you the flexibility to change your room easily. For a more permanent solution, you can divide the room with case goods like bookcases. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
What are those paper room dividers called?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Paper room dividers are often called decorative screens or merely room dividers depending on the design. The earliest examples of folding screens are said to have originated in China and go back at least as far as the Han dynasty. Screens of the era were heavy structures made of wood and had hinges of cloth or leather. They were adorned with elaborate landscape paintings that were typically created on silk or paper canvases and applied directly to the screen’s panels afterward. Just as they had been in the 20th century and today, the folding screens then were recognized for both their practical and purely decorative properties. Japanese room-divider screens were also decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of room dividers and decorative screens.
What are those Chinese room dividers called?
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Chinese room dividers are also called pingfengs. The term pingfeng in traditional Chinese literally means “wind blocker” or “wind wall.” Some people also refer to these room dividers as folding screens because they consist of hinged panels that allow them to fold up when not in use. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of folding screens from some of the world's top dealers.
Who did Ettore Sottsass design the Carlton room divider for?
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Ettore Sottsass did not design the Carlton room divider for a specific patron or client. He created the piece while working with the Memphis Group, an art collective that held joint shows from 1981 to 1987. Find a selection of Ettore Sottsass furniture on 1stDibs.