How to make a partition in the room

How to make a partition in the room - this issue most often arises from the owners of one-bedroom apartments, or if the owners have very spacious rooms with a large area.

It is not difficult to divide a room into zones. The main in this process is to make the correct calculation of .So, for example, in an apartment of a high-rise building it is inadmissible to install, without agreement, the capital partitions from of heavy building material, such as brick, as the interfloor overlappings are designed for certain weight. If the permissible load is exceeded, structural damages may appear in the form of cracks, which is fraught with further destruction. Therefore, if the owner decided to use a material with a significant mass for the partition construction, it is first necessary to obtain a special permit for this, which is based on the calculations of the for each concrete building project.

As for private single-storey houses, there will be no problems, and the partition can be installed from any material. The only thing that needs to be observed is the erection of a correct design, which is similar to the concrete conditions. For example,

if has a wooden floor in the house, then it is unlikely to withstand the brickwork of the separation wall, has installed its surface on the .In this case, will have to work hard and arrange for its own foundation nt in gr unte underground.

Forms dividers

called wall dividing the room. They can be of several types:

• A solid partition completely covering the space of the room and making two rooms from one room. This type is in demand most often, since the gives the the ability to separate a sleeping, nursery or, for example, bathroom.

• Decorative fixed partition, which only divides the room into two zones, but not creates between them soundproof barrier. This type of interior element is used for separating the hallway from the room, kitchen from the dining room or for maintaining the of a certain style of decoration of the room.

• The mobile partition is a screen that can be moved to any area of ​​the room to separate the of its visually, but the is unable to to make the its sound - and opaque. The screen is most often used to close the dressing area, the beds - from the morning direct sunlight( that is, to create a shadow), and also as a decorative element of the interior.

• Stationary sliding partition, in the form of a glass or wooden door that runs along the rail. If in this version for its manufacturing uses qualitative materials and is correctly made the assembly of the structure, then they are quite capable of even partially soundproofing the fenced area of ​​the room. This type of partition is used for any needs and in various interiors, as it can have a variety of designs.

Material of partitioning

Different materials can be used for the construction of a fixed partition, and it is necessary to know about their main characteristics, "pros" and "minuses" in advance.

Table: Comparative characteristics of partitions from various materials

Material	Partition thickness in mm	Form and size of material in mm	Weight of construction, kg / m²	Sound insulation index, dB
Ceramic brick	120 mm( half-brick)	120х250х65	267	40-45
Sand-lime brick	120 mm( half-brick)	120х250х65	330	45
Foam concrete blocks	100	200х250х60	74	40
Gypsum boards	100	500хЗ00х100	92	40-45
Plasterboard in one layer on the wooden frame	85	1200 х2500	30-40	35
Plasterboard in one layer on the frame of the metal profile	100	1200 x2500	21,5	40
Glass blocks	100	150 x150 x100	65-75	45
Sliding glass, wood, aluminum	Depends on the design	Depends on the size of the partition	6-20	Depending on the material

Drywall

Drywall is produced in sheets that are mounted on the frame of a galvanized metal profile when the partitioning device is installed. To create maximum noise insulation, between blocks of plasterboard in the frame, often blocks of one of the heat-insulating materials - , it can be styrofoam or some of the most eco-friendly types of mineral wool.

Drywall is produced four types, therefore , buying it, the marking and coloring need to pay special attention. For example, if the baffle is to be installed in a room with high humidity, then it is necessary to choose a moisture-resistant material which, , as a rule, has outer coating painted in green color. Other types of material - are less moisture resistant, and they are perfect for living rooms.

• The positive qualities of this material can be rightly called:

- the ability to create an indoor microclimate, as it "neutralizes" excess moisture, and does not allow the air to dry out;

- such properties as a good sound - and thermal insulation;

- types GKL and GKLO have increased fire resistance, so they can cover the partition, which will be located behind the fireplace or stove;

- relative lightness material allows you to install a partition in the room with any floor and on any floor ;

- gypsum board is easy to process, it can be cut with a construction knife or a hand hacksaw.

• There are plasterboard and its "minuses":

- usual, non-resistant drywall can not be installed in wet rooms, as it absorbs dampness well and in time can start to break down;

- GCR is prone to spoilage with accented mechanical influences - it easily breaks out from impact or when the falls on the wall of a heavy of furniture;

- sheets of plasterboard are not able to withstand brackets with suspended on them with paintings or shelves. If the object is not too heavy and weighs no more than 10 - 12 kg, then the brackets for it can be screwed in places where metal or wooden racks and crossbeams are installed.

Brick

Partition of this material is usually laid out in polkirpicha on a concrete solution. It is for dividing one room into two or into separate zones using a hollow brick, since it has a lower weight. Like any building material, a brick, when used for a partition, has its pros and cons, and it is especially important to know if the building is made in a multi-storey apartment.

• The following qualities can be attributed to its merits:

- a sufficiently high index of the sound of the insulation, which is 42 ÷ 47 decibels, if the wall thickness together with applied on it with plaster on both sides will be on the order of 140 ÷ 145 mm;

- the brick has a high moisture resistance, but in case this material is used to build the partition in rooms with high humidity, for example, in the bathroom, a full-bodied version should be used so that condensation does not accumulate in the cavities;

- the brick wall is durable if it is covered with a protective layer of plaster or other finishing material;

- a brick - excellent fire resistance.

• The "minuses" of the brick partition can be considered as:

- the large weight of the material, that to the square cut of the clay adki in the half-brick is from 265 to 280 kg;

- the duration of the construction of the wall;

- high enough complexity of a laying and necessity of even the minimum experience of similar work;

- obligatory plastering before decorative finishing.

Foam concrete blocks

Foam concrete blocks are produced by foaming concrete, therefore the material has a porous structure, which directly influences the formation of its performance characteristics. Mason blocks are produced on gypsum glue or on mortar at concrete basis.

• are used. The "pluses" of foam concrete blocks can be named:

- high noise insulation coefficient, which is 37 ÷ 40 decibel, with standard block thickness of 60 mm, and 44 ÷ 46 decibel for 125 mm;

- porous structure provides good insulation of the room, thanks to the air in the pores. So, the coefficient t t of the conductivity of the foam blocks is only 0,14 Bt / m × ° C;

- quick and easy installation, if you follow certain rules for the implementation of masonry;

- good fire resistance;

• The shortcomings of the material include:

is a sufficiently large ve with standard block, which is 18 kg, which requires of certain efforts when lifting it to the height;

- low air permeability of the porous structure;

- hygroscopicity of the material.

Gypsum blocks

Gypsum boards as a rule have ridges and grooves, which facilitates their installation. Masonry is carried out on glue, also made on gypsum basis. The plates are produced in two sizes 600 × 500 × 100 and 500 × 3 × 100 × 100 mm, which makes it possible to install the partition 5 to 7 times faster than when laying bricks.

Advantages of gypsum boards( ASG):

- quick installation;

- PGP bulkhead will weigh 3.5 ÷ 4 times less than a similar one made of bricks;

- incombustibility of the material - full compliance with the requirements but ppm fire safety;

- sound insulation coefficient is 40 ÷ 41 decibels for single laying, and 55 ÷ 60 - for double;

- when applied on top of the finishing material, the slabs are sufficiently water resistant and durable, are not prone to fungal or mold colonies;

- PG P they are easy to saw -, they can easily be punished with fences for wiring or water pipes;

- neat masonry does not even require plastering before applying decorative finishing.

• The drawbacks of the gypsum board partitions are their following qualities:

- a sufficiently large size makes it difficult for them to to lift the to a height;

- they can not withstand hinged structures weighing 30 kilograms or more, so the brackets should be installed using dowels or anchorages.

Glass blocks

Glass blocks are products most often square, and sometimes rectangular in form of thick glass with a thickness of 6 ÷ 7 mm, having inside a hermetically sealed cavity obtained as a result of joining two half-blocks. Glass blocks - are original double-glazed windows, and just like them, the air inside is conducive to the heat of - and sound insulation.

Blocks can have a smooth and relief surface, different colors, and also be monophonic or have a decorative pattern.

Glass blocks have different thicknesses, and it is 75 to 100 mm, and the weight of each of them is 2.5 ÷ 4.5 kg.

The standard size of a modern material is 150 × 150 × 100;190 × 190 × 80;240 × 240 × 80 mm.

In addition to standard sizes, corner or triangular blocks are produced for the design of side parts, columns and corners of partitions of different shapes.

• The glass blocks have the following positive characteristics that are important for a solid partition:

- good heat - and soundproof separated room;

- high fire resistance of the material;

- excellent light transmittance , which is very important if there are no windows in the separated room;

- after installation of glass blocks, the partition does not require additional finishing;

- due to the thickness of the glass and the properly assembled structure, the partition will be enough reliable , it's not for nothing that this material is picked up not only by partitions inside the rooms, but also external, mainly facade walls;

- durability and ease of care - they should be wiped periodically with dust from a damp cloth;

- partitions made of glass blocks can become a real decoration of the interior and make it original;

is a moisture resistant material, so it can be used indoors with any moisture.

• The lack of glass blocks is obvious - they do not like impact mechanical impact. In addition, it is very difficult to hang anything on such a partition.

Sliding partitions

Sliding partitions are made of a wide variety of materials - This can be aluminum, plastic, wood, laminated chipboard or MDF panel .They can be glazed or be solid, that is, completely made of a particular material. Most often they are not manufactured on their own, as ready-made models can be purchased or ordered at the required sizes in the profile companies that guarantee reliability design and both and a decent appearance.

sliding partition. The sliding partitions differ in their design for rail and suspension.

The first of them go on the rail, as door-coupe, and the second - on installed on the upper part of the structure on the rail.