Sliding partitions for zoning the space in the room

Anyone sometimes wants to be alone with himself, so apartment owners often have the issue of zoning living rooms. Not everyone has the opportunity to make a complete redevelopment of an apartment, in addition, in many cases only a temporary separation is necessary, and monolithic walls clutter up space and deprive it lightness. In this case, sliding partitions come to the rescue for zoning the space in the room. Some of their varieties can be done independently without much difficulty, saving a decent amount of money.

Sliding partitions: features and types

Sliding partitions designed for zoning a room can be divided into two types:

1. With one guide, when the partition is attached to the ceiling, while the floors remain intact. The only drawback of such designs is the restriction on weight, there may be problems with their strength.
2. With two guides. This is a more reliable design, because it is attached to the ceiling and floor. Using this zoning option improves sound insulation.

Be sure to choose the material that is best suited for your apartment. The most popular are the following types:

• Glass - can be transparent or opaque, decorated with stained glass or sandblasted pattern, photo printing. Glass constructions look spectacular in any interior, but not always able to provide a feeling of complete isolation.

• Aluminum is the least popular type of sliding partition. They are light weight, low cost, easy to install, but easy to deform and cannot be repaired.
• Wood - suitable for the interior in a classic style, country, Provence, Scandinavian and any other that welcomes natural materials. The basis for the partition can be made of wood, and the inserts can be made of glass or other material. Sliding solid wood structure allows you to simulate a blank wall.

• Particleboard, MDF, OSB, plywood - derivatives of wood, which are an excellent budget option. Depending on the chosen coating (veneer, laminated film) they can imitate noble wood species and other materials. OSB looks interesting in its raw form.
• Plastic is a generic name, because you can use any polymer. Great for small rooms. An interesting solution is vertical blinds.

• Exotic and unusual options - fabric, bamboo, leather.

Cost

The cost of the sliding partition depends on the material. You can buy the finished product or order its manufacture according to your own drawings or proposed by the company. In the latter case, the price will be calculated in rubles / m2.

Prices for structures made of glass or wood start from 8,000 rubles / m2, from plastic - from 2,500 rubles / m2, aluminum - 4,500 rubles / m2. Depending on the materials used, the design and the accessories used, the cost of the finished construction can differ significantly and can reach 80–100 rubles / m2 or more.

Options for sliding structures

If we consider the mechanism and design, then 4 types of partitions are distinguished:

• sliding roller partitions;
• folding "accordions";
• radius designs;
• screens.

Sliding structures with a roller mechanism in most cases are made of wood or plywood. They work on the principle of doors in sliding wardrobes. Save space, convenient to use.

A non-threshold type partition is often used, where the rollers and the guide are located only at the top, which makes them safer.

Sliding partition "accordion" - a design that is also mounted on a roller system, but does not fold like the others. If in the previous case the parts of the mobile web are superimposed on each other, then in this case the structure is folded like an accordion.

Radius sliding structures have a rounded shape, and the canvas moves in a circle. The mechanism can be made both in the form of a compartment and in the form of an accordion.

The sliding screen can be stationary and portable. For the screen, no guides on the roller mechanism are needed. Such space limiters are convenient in that they can be installed anywhere in the apartment.

DIY sliding partition

To create a zoning wall, it is important to determine the following:

• type of construction;
• the material from which it will be made;
• where will she be.

The partition can be with or without a pocket. The depth of the pocket and the width of the product must match if you want to be able to hide the structure completely. If a pocket in the wall is not supposed to be made, then it makes sense to choose a partition-accordion.

Pay attention to the mass of the partition, which depends on the material. Whatever material is used, you need to decide in advance what the structure will be made of, and order the materials in accordance with the measurements.

When choosing a rail structure, make sure that the floor is level. If you need a suspended partition, please note that it can only be attached to a concrete floor or a solid wooden beam, but in no case to a suspended ceiling.

To make the simplest frame sliding door with your own hands you will need:

• roller mechanisms;
• clamps;
• rails with stops;
• corners;
• frame material - metal profile or wooden planks;
• lining material (wood, chipboard, MDF, plastic and other sheet material).

An interesting idea: you can sheathe the frame of the partition with a laminate.

Installation process

First you need to measure the opening where the sash of the partition will be located. When choosing a material, it is necessary to take into account the evenness of the floor, the weight of the partition, the horizontal position of the ceiling and floor.

If the house has concrete or brick walls, additional reinforcement is not required. In the absence of this condition, you need to make a frame. To do this, use corners, metal rails and racks.

The rail system is mounted on a screed with a minimum thickness of 40 mm. When making partitions, follow these instructions:

• Measure the opening to install the partition in size.
• Decide in advance what material the structure will be made of, make drawings.
• Make guiding profile systems, mount mechanisms.
• Assemble the partition frame, fill it with material. Lock all the elements on the frame.
• When all installation work has been completed, it is necessary to install fittings, as well as a limiter, which allows you to not damage the walls during operation.
• At your discretion, you can decorate the partition. Try to make the style match the interior of the room.

It is best to purchase accessories and other spare parts in a furniture store from one manufacturer, because their incompatibility with each other is possible.

For the assembly of the frame, special clamps, carpentry glue are used. The most reliable are steel rollers on rails. Their service life is several times longer than rubber.

Sliding partitions are the best choice for lovers of change. With their help, you can transform the space in a few seconds, stay alone with your thoughts, separate the dining room from the kitchen, the study from the bedroom or the toilet from the bathroom in the combined bathroom.