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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Room Divider Shelves

Danish Modern Wall Unit

Midcentury Modern Modular Shelves

Mid Century Wall Divider

Bedroom Storage Wall Unit

1960s Shelving

Cadovius Divider

Mid Century Drawers And Shelves

Plywood Cabinet 1960s

Fine Chinese Circular Display Stand Shelves Bookcase Mingei Room Divider Jumu

$6,807

H 69.69 in W 62.21 in D 13 in

Fine Chinese Circular Display Stand Shelves Bookcase Mingei Room Divider Jumu

Located in London, GB

heirlooms, this versatile and jaw-dropping piece makes a great display unit, bookcase or even a room divider

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Shelves

Materials

Elm

Rarely offered Room Divider by Sven Ellekær 1960s

$5,966

H 94.1 in W 66.15 in D 15.75 in

Rarely offered Room Divider by Sven Ellekær 1960s

By Sven Ellekaer

Located in Handewitt, DE

Rare and beautiful room divider / shelf system by Sven Ellekær for Albert Hansen Denmark 1960s

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Chinese Asymmetrical Zitan Wood Collector's Shelf/Room Divider

$3,200

H 68.25 in W 37 in D 18.5 in

Chinese Asymmetrical Zitan Wood Collector's Shelf/Room Divider

Located in Dallas, TX

Unique blending of classical Chinese and Art Deco Étagère/ room divider, first quarter of the 20th

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Shelves

Materials

Wood

Ludvik Volak Wooden shelf or room divider. 1960s-1970s.

$5,785

H 89.18 in W 35.44 in D 6.11 in

Ludvik Volak Wooden shelf or room divider. 1960s-1970s.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Ludvik Volak Pair of shelves or room dividers in thermoformed plywood, an iconic design by this

Category

20th Century Shelves

Materials

Plywood

Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf

Price Upon Request

H 80 in W 37 in D 16.75 in

Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf

By HG Furniture

Located in Kensington, MD

Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf Additional information: Material

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Mirth Shelveing/Room Divider in Polished Concrete by Neal Aronowitz

$21,500 / item

H 66 in W 71 in D 12 in

Mirth Shelveing/Room Divider in Polished Concrete by Neal Aronowitz

By Neal Aronowitz

Located in Portland, OR

The extraordinary and playful Mirth Shelving/Room Divider is a harmonious blend of functionality

Category

2010s American Modern Shelves

Materials

Cement

1960s Teak Sectional Cabinet / Room Divider by Kajsa & Nils "Nisse" Strinning

$6,020

H 71.26 in W 106.3 in D 16.15 in

1960s Teak Sectional Cabinet / Room Divider by Kajsa & Nils "Nisse" Strinning

By Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB, Kajsa Strinning 1

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

prime example of Scandinavian functionalism. Versatile sectional design, perfect as a room divider or

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Shelves

Materials

Glass, Teak

Mid Century Paul McCobb Calvin Irwin Collection Shelf Bookshelf Room Divider

$3,920Sale Price|20% Off

H 76 in W 59.5 in D 19 in

Mid Century Paul McCobb Calvin Irwin Collection Shelf Bookshelf Room Divider

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Rare Mid Century sideboard, shelf unit, room divider, designed by Paul McCobb as part of the

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Stainless Steel Room Divider / Bookcase Manfredo Massironi for Arrmet-Italy 1977

$15,058

H 48.43 in W 120.08 in D 21.66 in

Stainless Steel Room Divider / Bookcase Manfredo Massironi for Arrmet-Italy 1977

By Arrmet, Manfredo Massironi

Located in Echt, NL

Rare Polished stainless steel Room Divider / Bookcase in very good condition. Designed by Manfredo

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, Metal

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case

$4,950

H 81.5 in W 41.5 in D 21 in

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kensington, MD

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case Use alone or add

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Chrome and Black Glass Art Deco Inspired Shelving / Room Divider-France

$4,218

H 67.72 in W 66.15 in D 13 in

Chrome and Black Glass Art Deco Inspired Shelving / Room Divider-France

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

wonderful way to seprate a room’s function, and be free standing as a room divider. Just the thing to show

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Large Hollywood Regency Round Room Divider Shelf in Black Metal and Brass

$4,216 / item

H 61.03 in W 57.09 in D 16.15 in

Large Hollywood Regency Round Room Divider Shelf in Black Metal and Brass

By Romeo Rega

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a stunning large Hollywood Regency Round Room Divider Shelf in Black

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Display Shelf/ Room Divider Super-Structure Model 5223

$9,500

H 58.25 in W 70.13 in D 12.25 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Display Shelf/ Room Divider Super-Structure Model 5223

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Versatile Room Divider/ Display Shelf, Super-Structure Model number 5223

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Pia Manu Hand Crafted Room Divider in Burnished Concrete and Stained Glass

$58,000

H 87.41 in W 68.9 in D 8.67 in

Pia Manu Hand Crafted Room Divider in Burnished Concrete and Stained Glass

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pia Manu, room divider, burnished concrete, stained glass, steel, Belgium, 1970s This unique piece

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Galerie L'Orme Modular Room Divider or Wall Unit in Solid Elm

$26,700

H 112.21 in W 145.48 in D 17.33 in

Galerie L'Orme Modular Room Divider or Wall Unit in Solid Elm

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Galerie l'Orme, modular wall unit or room divider, solid elm, leather, France, 1970s Grand modular

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Elm

Poul Cadovius Room Divider Teak Royal Wall System Free standing shelving Unit

$18,803Sale Price|20% Off

H 106.3 in W 192.92 in D 31.5 in

Poul Cadovius Room Divider Teak Royal Wall System Free standing shelving Unit

By Poul Cadovius, Royal System

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

A rare opportunity to acquire an original free-standing room divider with 7 solid teak poles (only

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Room Divider in Dark Stained Bent-Wood by Ludvik Volak, Praque 1960s

$2,450

H 88.59 in W 35.44 in D 5.91 in

Midcentury Room Divider in Dark Stained Bent-Wood by Ludvik Volak, Praque 1960s

By Ludvik Volak

Located in Almelo, NL

Midcentury Room Divider in Stained Bent-Wood by Ludvik Volak, Praque 1960s A memorable stained

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

Vintage Rattan Shelf Display Unit with Built in Planter Room Divider Circa 1950s

$900

H 36 in W 73 in D 12 in

Vintage Rattan Shelf Display Unit with Built in Planter Room Divider Circa 1950s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

cabinet. Can be used in the kitchen to display China, in a sun room as an accent piece. The planter can be

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rattan, Formica, Plywood

Brass Shelving / Étagère/Divider, Kim Moltzer, Late 1960s, France

$7,111

H 71.66 in W 76.78 in D 16.54 in

Brass Shelving / Étagère/Divider, Kim Moltzer, Late 1960s, France

By Kim Moltzer

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

Distinctive and sculptural vintage brass shelves / étagère, dating from late 1960s France, and

Category

Vintage 1960s French Shelves

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Bauhaus Vintage Chromed Metal Glass Shelves Flower Stand 1930s Germany

$3,590

H 32.68 in W 46.46 in D 13.19 in

Art Deco Bauhaus Vintage Chromed Metal Glass Shelves Flower Stand 1930s Germany

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco Bauhaus vintage flower stand or book stand or room divider or shelves from chromed metal

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Shelves

Materials

Metal

Carved Teak Center Cabinet Room Divider Console Bookcase Shelves Lights Mint!

$4,400

H 77.5 in W 44 in D 14 in

Carved Teak Center Cabinet Room Divider Console Bookcase Shelves Lights Mint!

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Carved Solid Teak Center Cabinet Room Divider Console Bookcase Shelves Lights Mint!. Unique

Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Room Divider with Shelves in Mahogany and Brass

$3,200Sale Price|20% Off

H 165 in W 160 in D 10 in

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Room Divider with Shelves in Mahogany and Brass

By Eugenio Escudero

Located in Mexico, DF

Amazing Mid-Century Modern Mexican room divider formed with two structures in mahogany and polished

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

A set of Benches / Shelves / Room Dividers in Solid Oregon Pine, Denmark 1960s

$5,062Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 20.08 in W 58.27 in D 11.82 in

A set of Benches / Shelves / Room Dividers in Solid Oregon Pine, Denmark 1960s

By Hirtshals Savvaerk, Rainer Daumiller, Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke Nielsen

Located in Ystad, SE

each other as a Sculptural a Room Divider or a pair of Shelves. The set displays a Minimalist and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

18th century, Italian Solid Walnut Wood Trumeau

$15,066

H 94.1 in W 48.04 in D 20.48 in

18th century, Italian Solid Walnut Wood Trumeau

Located in IT

decorated with fine inlays that create frames and geometric elements. Inside a large room is divided by

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Recent Sales

Midcentury Wood Room Divider/Shelves

Unavailable

H 58.5 in W 98 in D 8 in

Midcentury Wood Room Divider/Shelves

Located in Chicago, IL

Midcentury wood room divider/shelves. Made of white oak.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Room divider/bookcase by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro - Netherlands, 1960

Unavailable

H 58.47 in W 49.61 in D 9.06 in

Room divider/bookcase by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro - Netherlands, 1960

By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga

Located in Brussels , BE

Minimalist yet colorfull room divider/ shelves from the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

California Artisan Room Divider

Unavailable

H 54.5 in W 77 in D 13.5 in

California Artisan Room Divider

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An extraordinary one of a kind custom room divider and storage unit. This was removed from a home

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Fir

1980s Palma & Vannicola Room Divider

Unavailable

H 82.68 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in

1980s Palma & Vannicola Room Divider

Located in London, GB

Primary colored particle board and glass storage/room divider by the Italian Palma and Vinnicola

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Shelves

Commissioned Ico Parisi Room Divider

Unavailable

H 109.45 in W 107.49 in D 31.5 in

Commissioned Ico Parisi Room Divider

By Ico Parisi

Located in Brussels, BE

Commissioned Ico Parisi room divider for Lenno House (Casa Fontana) on Lake Como. Unique piece

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Shelves

Materials

Metal

POUL CADOVIUS Abstracta room divider

Unavailable

H 39.38 in W 65.36 in D 16.74 in

POUL CADOVIUS Abstracta room divider

By Poul Cadovius

Located in LA Arnhem, NL

POUL CADOVIUS Abstracta room divider. The abstracta system designed by Poul Cadovius for the Royal

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Danish Room Divider by Poul Cadovius System Cado

Unavailable

H 110.24 in W 63 in D 20.87 in

Danish Room Divider by Poul Cadovius System Cado

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Perpignan, FR

Made of teak, this room divider include four sliding doors units, two on both side and eight

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Room Divider by Ludvik Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov

Unavailable

H 88.59 in W 35.44 in D 6.3 in

Room Divider by Ludvik Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov

By Ludvik Volak

Located in Tarnowskie Gory, Sląskie

Dividing room/wall unit designed by Ludvik Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bentwood

Shelf and Room Divider, Designed by Max Frommeld

Unavailable

H 57.09 in W 129.93 in D 26.38 in

Shelf and Room Divider, Designed by Max Frommeld

By Max Frommeld

Located in London, GB

therefore acts as a room divider and is most likely placed 'off the wall'. Most suitable for open plan

Category

2010s British Shelves

Materials

Laminate

California Modern Walnut and Brass Suspension Room Divider or Wall Unit

Unavailable

H 96 in W 111 in D 18 in

California Modern Walnut and Brass Suspension Room Divider or Wall Unit

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Absolutely gorgeous California Modern suspension room divider or wall unit, walnut shelves and

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Unique Chinese Ming Style Scholar's Display Shelf / Room Divider

Unavailable

H 68.25 in W 37 in D 18.5 in

Unique Chinese Ming Style Scholar's Display Shelf / Room Divider

Located in Dallas, TX

scholars’ display stand/room divider. Featuring multi-tiered open shelves staggered and asymmetrical

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Shelves

Paul McCobb Planner Group Modular Room Divider Shelving Unit

Unavailable

H 66.15 in W 15.95 in D 63 in

Paul McCobb Planner Group Modular Room Divider Shelving Unit

By Planner Group, Paul McCobb

Located in London, Greater London

Rare Paul McCobb (1917-1969) planner group room divider shelving unit with bench, designed in circa

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wrought Iron

Cor Alons Unique Room Divider with Shelving, Dutch, circa 1950

Unavailable

H 105.91 in W 56.3 in D 15.95 in

Cor Alons Unique Room Divider with Shelving, Dutch, circa 1950

By Cor Alons

Located in Maastricht, NL

A unique room divider by Dutch designer Cor Alons, from circa 1950. The divider is made of two pine

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Ash, Pine, Wood

Rattan and Bamboo Room Divider with Sunbrust Accents, Czechoslovakia, 1960´s

Unavailable

H 90.56 in W 39.38 in D 6.3 in

Rattan and Bamboo Room Divider with Sunbrust Accents, Czechoslovakia, 1960´s

By Úľuv

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This room divider was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the ULUV company in the 1960s. It is a

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rattan

Assymetrical shelf in stained wood, 1980's - Room Divider Shelf

Unavailable

H 82.68 in W 78.75 in D 17.92 in

Assymetrical shelf in stained wood, 1980's - Room Divider Shelf

Located in Uccle, BE

Assymetrical shelf in stained wood , 1980's

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Rosewood Cadovius Lighted Royal System Wall Unit - Room Divider by Cado

Unavailable

H 90 in W 98 in D 17 in

Rosewood Cadovius Lighted Royal System Wall Unit - Room Divider by Cado

By Cado, Poul Cadovius

Located in Portland, ME

Wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius in 3 bays, 8 shelves, 2 cabinets. This system is both rare and

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Rare Edward Wormley Open Frame Lit Shelf Room Divider for Dunbar

Unavailable

H 76.5 in W 48 in D 16.75 in

Rare Edward Wormley Open Frame Lit Shelf Room Divider for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

graduated adjustable shelves are lit by a three socket incandescent lighting system concealed under the top

Category

Vintage 1950s American Shelves

Materials

Brass

Etagere Brass and Glass Room Divider by Romeo Rega from Italy - Shelve

Unavailable

H 70.87 in W 49.61 in D 14.18 in

Etagere Brass and Glass Room Divider by Romeo Rega from Italy - Shelve

By Romeo Rega

Located in Dusseldorf, NRW

glass shelves. Will work perfectly as a floating room divider. The whole item is in excellent condition

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Danish Design Teak Room Divider Shelving Unit Storage G Plan Era Midcentury

Unavailable

H 68.51 in W 29.93 in D 12.21 in

Danish Design Teak Room Divider Shelving Unit Storage G Plan Era Midcentury

Located in Greater Manchester, GB

room divider shelving unit in stunning teak with it’s beautiful lines, rich grain and stunning tapered

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Italian Room Divider Book-Shelf by Paolo Tilche Made in Italy, 1960s, Teak

Unavailable

H 122.05 in W 164.57 in D 13.78 in

Italian Room Divider Book-Shelf by Paolo Tilche Made in Italy, 1960s, Teak

By Paolo Tilche

Located in Munster, DE

system that offers high stability, even if the shelf is to be in the middle of the room.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Natural Wood Spatial Screen Partition, Room Divider with Shelves by Rive Roshan

Unavailable

H 81.5 in W 99.2 in D 1.2 in

Natural Wood Spatial Screen Partition, Room Divider with Shelves by Rive Roshan

By Rive Roshan

Located in Eindhoven, NL

shelves) for contemporary interiors. The natural wood spatial screen partition can be used to divide

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Oak, Fabric, Wool

Spatial Partitions/Room Divider w/ Shelves, Natural Wood Ed. by Rive Roshan

Unavailable

H 81.5 in W 99.2 in D 1.2 in

Spatial Partitions/Room Divider w/ Shelves, Natural Wood Ed. by Rive Roshan

By Rive Roshan

Located in Eindhoven, NL

screen partition can be used to divide spaces, improve acoustics, create storage (with added shelves) or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Mid-Century Divider by Ludvik Volak from Drevopodnik Holesov, 1970s

Unavailable

H 82.68 in W 35.44 in D 6.3 in

Mid-Century Divider by Ludvik Volak from Drevopodnik Holesov, 1970s

By Ludvik Volak, Drevopodnik Holesav

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This divider (Claustra) was originally designed by Ludvik Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov in the

Category

Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Plywood

Mid-Century Divider by Ludvik Volak from Drevopodnik Holesov, 1970s

Unavailable

H 101.19 in W 33.47 in D 4.73 in

Mid-Century Divider by Ludvik Volak from Drevopodnik Holesov, 1970s

By Drevopodnik Holesov, Ludvik Volak

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This divider (Claustra) was originally designed by Ludvik Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov in the

Category

Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood, Beech, Bentwood

Normann Copenhagen Jam 8 Pole Bookcase by Rudolph Schelling Webermann

Unavailable

H 35.4 in W 80 in D 15 in

Normann Copenhagen Jam 8 Pole Bookcase by Rudolph Schelling Webermann

By Normann Copenhagen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

various sizes and can be placed against a wall or used as a room divider. The shelves' softly rounded

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Normann Copenhagen Jam 6 Pole Bookcase by Rudolph Schelling Webermann

Unavailable

H 21.7 in W 54.3 in D 15 in

Normann Copenhagen Jam 6 Pole Bookcase by Rudolph Schelling Webermann

By Normann Copenhagen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

available in various sizes and can be placed against a wall or used as a room divider. The shelves' softly

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Midcentury Room Divider Shelves in Mahogany Bent-Wood, Praque, 1960s

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H 88.59 in W 70.87 in D 6.3 in

Midcentury Room Divider Shelves in Mahogany Bent-Wood, Praque, 1960s

By Thonet, Ludvik Volak

Located in Almelo, NL

owner. These objects can be used as a wall-mounted shelving unit or room divider. Square edges in

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

Midcentury Room Divider Shelves for Thonet in Bent-Wood, circa 1960s

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H 88.1 in W 35.1 in L 88.1 in

Midcentury Room Divider Shelves for Thonet in Bent-Wood, circa 1960s

By Thonet, Ludvik Volak

Located in Almelo, NL

Midcentury flower (dividing) wall made of the bentwood plywood and features geometric patterns

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Ash, Plywood

Set/3 Midcentury Room Divider Shelves in Blond Bent-Wood, Praque, 1960s

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H 88.59 in W 106.3 in L 88.59 in

Set/3 Midcentury Room Divider Shelves in Blond Bent-Wood, Praque, 1960s

By Thonet, Ludvik Volak

Located in Almelo, NL

owner. These objects can be used as a wall-mounted shelving unit or room divider. Square edges in blond

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

Early Mid-Century Room Divider Shelves for Thonet in Bent-Wood, circa 1950s

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H 88.1 in W 35.1 in L 88.1 in

Early Mid-Century Room Divider Shelves for Thonet in Bent-Wood, circa 1950s

By Thonet, Ludvik Volak

Located in Almelo, NL

Early Mid-Century flower (dividing) wall made of the bentwood plywood and features geometric

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Wim Rietveld (1924-1985) Shelves / Room Divider

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H 64 in W 37 in D 17 in

Wim Rietveld (1924-1985) Shelves / Room Divider

By Wim Rietveld

Located in Oakland, CA

Shelving system and or room divider by Dutch industrial and furniture designer Wim Rietveld (1924

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Steel

Wim Rietveld (1924-1985) Shelves / Room Divider #2

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H 64 in W 37 in D 17 in

Wim Rietveld (1924-1985) Shelves / Room Divider #2

By Wim Rietveld

Located in Oakland, CA

Shelving system and or room divider by Dutch industrial and furniture designer Wim Rietveld (1924

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Midcentury Milo Baughman Chrome Room Divider or Shelves

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H 72 in W 47.5 in D 18 in

Midcentury Milo Baughman Chrome Room Divider or Shelves

By Milo Baughman

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage Milo Baughman chrome room divider or bookcase with glass shelves. The bottom section

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Mid-Century Modern Teak Shelves, Bookcase or Room Divider

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H 78 in W 28 in D 6.63 in

Mid-Century Modern Teak Shelves, Bookcase or Room Divider

Located in Nantucket, MA

Mid-Century Modern teak bookcase, shelving or room divider. Multiple shelving options with an

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Teak

Jacaranda Shelves / Divider

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Jacaranda Shelves / Divider

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Shelving unit made of jacaranda with paintings on the back Please call or use the contact dealer link below to reach us directly with any questions regarding this item. We are hap...

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Friso Kramer "Stabilux" Two Section Industrial Shelves or Room Divider

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H 39.5 in W 79.5 in D 10.75 in

Friso Kramer "Stabilux" Two Section Industrial Shelves or Room Divider

By Friso Kramer, Ahrend de Cirkel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

perfect for displaying your favorite books and accessories and works as a low room divider. In original

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Room Divider Étagère

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H 28.35 in W 39.38 in L 28.35 in

Room Divider Étagère

Located in Antwerp, BE

French Art Deco book case or shelves, 1930s This remarkably cute piece differs itself through the

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1960s Brazilian Jacaranda Shelves / Divider

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H 117 in W 69 in D 16 in

1960s Brazilian Jacaranda Shelves / Divider

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960s Brazilian jacaranda shelves / divider with three drawers and two cabinets. Two Brazilian

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Danish Modern Kurt Ostervig Teak Wall Unit or Room Divider / Book Shelves 2 Bay

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H 71 in W 81 in D 16 in

Danish Modern Kurt Ostervig Teak Wall Unit or Room Divider / Book Shelves 2 Bay

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Wall unit or room divider by Kurt Ostervig for KP Mobler. Beautiful teak system is fully finished

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Paul McCobb Room Divider

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H 48.5 in W 71 in D 12.5 in

Paul McCobb Room Divider

Located in San Francisco, CA

Refined modern design Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Co. room divider/shelf. Black lacquer and

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Vintage 1950s American Shelves

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20th Century Room divider

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H 72.84 in W 76.78 in D 10.63 in

20th Century Room divider

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful solid teak room divider. Can be used for various purposes. Consists of 2 parts. In

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1990s Taiwanese Shelves

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Teak

1970s Bamboo Screen/Room Divider

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H 72.05 in W 58.27 in D 1.19 in

1970s Bamboo Screen/Room Divider

Located in London, Lambeth

1970s room dividers with bamboo and rattan three-panel screen.

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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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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

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2 Bay Danish Modern Kurt Ostervig Teak Wall Unit Room Divider or Book Shelves #2

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H 71 in W 81 in D 16 in

2 Bay Danish Modern Kurt Ostervig Teak Wall Unit Room Divider or Book Shelves #2

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Wall unit or room divider by Kurt Ostervig for KP Mobler. Beautiful teak system is fully finished

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

Materials

Teak

Prototype Raymond Connor Room Divider

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H 78.5 in W 74 in D 13 in

Prototype Raymond Connor Room Divider

Located in Phoenix, AZ

1960's and 70's. This room divider has beautiful solid walnut flared legs and four walnut shelves for

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Vintage 1960s American Shelves

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Walnut

Room divider by Paul McCobb

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H 76.5 in W 60 in D 19 in

Room divider by Paul McCobb

Located in Dallas, TX

A brass and Mahogany wall unit / room divider designed by Paul McCobb for Calvin.

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Vintage 1950s Shelves

Paul McCobb Calvin Room Divider

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W 60 in

Paul McCobb Calvin Room Divider

Located in San Francisco, CA

Beautiful design room divider or shelving unit on by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Co. model

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Vintage 1950s American Shelves

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Display Room Divider

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H 76 in W 60 in D 18 in

Paul McCobb Display Room Divider

By Paul McCobb

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture room divider Display Bookcase. Brass struts combined with

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Glenn of California Walnut Room Divider

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H 72 in W 67 in D 18 in

Glenn of California Walnut Room Divider

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Wonderful walnut room divider with shelves and drawers by Glenn of California- tagged on the inside

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Vintage 1960s American Shelves

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Walnut

Modernist Arthur Umanoff Room Divider/Shelf

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H 75 in W 25.5 in D 12.5 in

Modernist Arthur Umanoff Room Divider/Shelf

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Buffalo, NY

Seldom seen room divider with shelves and storage cabinet designed by Arthur Umanoff, wire iron

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Iron

Mainline by Hooker Mid Century Room Divider

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H 56.5 in W 6 in D 17 in

Mainline by Hooker Mid Century Room Divider

By Mainline by Hooker

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Mainline by Hooker mid century room divider The base with hutch measures: 60 wide x 17 deep x 56.5

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Paul McCobb Four Tier Room Divider

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H 75.25 in W 54.25 in D 14.25 in

Paul McCobb Four Tier Room Divider

Located in Danville, CA

Paul McCobb Planner Group Model #1597 Etagere/Bookcase/Room Divider refinished in hand-rubbed black

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Vintage 1950s American Shelves

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Broyhill Saga Midcentury Walnut Room Divider

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H 94.25 in W 54.75 in L 94.25 in

Broyhill Saga Midcentury Walnut Room Divider

By Broyhill

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Broyhill saga midcentury walnut room divider Room divider measures: 54.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 94.25

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Walnut

Paul McCobb for Calvin Room Divider

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H 76.5 in W 60 in D 19 in

Paul McCobb for Calvin Room Divider

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Bleached walnut with brass supporting structure. Storage and shelving unit to be used as a room

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Vintage 1950s American Shelves

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Brass

Mid-Century Broyhill Brasilia Room Divider

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H 73.25 in W 54.25 in D 17.25 in

Mid-Century Broyhill Brasilia Room Divider

By Broyhill Brasilia, Broyhill

Located in Raleigh, NC

Mid-century room divider designed by Broyhill, circa 1960s. A part of Broyhill’s sought after

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Walnut, Wood

Bamboo étagère room divider Henry Olko

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H 64.18 in W 59.06 in D 12.21 in

Bamboo étagère room divider Henry Olko

By Henry Olko

Located in Antwerp, BE

Hollywood regency style bamboo rattan shelves on brass feet, 1970s. Mid-Century Modern piece that

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Midcentury Room Divider by Ludvik Volak, circa 1960s

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H 88.59 in W 35.83 in D 6.3 in

Midcentury Room Divider by Ludvik Volak, circa 1960s

By Ludvik Volak

Located in Gloucester, GB

Midcentury room divider by Ludvik Volak, circa 1960s - Made from curved beech - Designed by

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

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Bentwood

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Room Divider Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of room divider shelves available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, all room divider shelves available were constructed with great care. Find 121 antique and vintage room divider shelves at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of room divider shelves available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Room divider shelves are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Ludvik Volak, Thonet and Poul Cadovius each produced beautiful room divider shelves that are worth considering.

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Prices for room divider shelves start at $250 and top out at $25,000 with the average selling for $4,225.

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For every space and object, there’s sure to be a wall-mounted or sturdy floor solution that matches your shelving needs on 1stDibs. And while shelves should technically stick out from your wall, they shouldn’t from the rest of your decor.

Because you can find shelves made with a wide variety of materials today, everything from teak to brass, your shelving can seamlessly support your existing color scheme and design style. An arrangement of shelves from floor to ceiling can turn your wall into a proud storage space for displaying artwork, decorative objects and books. Options abound with regard to shelving for the latter, as furniture designers know that literature creates an inviting atmosphere in any room, and one of the simplest ways to integrate books into an interior design is with the right shelves or bookcase.

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On 1stDibs, find a wide range of shelves that includes everything from mid-century modern floating shelves to decorative Chinese shelves dating from the 18th century to contemporary statement-making structures that are as provocative as they are convenient.

Questions About Room Divider Shelves

What are room dividers called?
1 Answer
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.
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?
1 Answer
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Room dividers can also be referred to as screens or panels.
What can I use instead of a room divider?
1 Answer
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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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
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.
How do I keep my room dividers from falling down
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Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
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.
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.
Can you attach a room divider to the wall?
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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.
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.
Who did Ettore Sottsass design the Carlton room divider for?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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.

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