Types of partitions and their use

What is the partition?

Partition walls are vertical separators that are used to separate the interior spaces of the building into rooms and circulation areas such as corridors. By using partitions, you can use the internal spaces of a building optimally. After the construction of a building, large spaces can be divided by partitioning, and by separating the space, several interior spaces can be provided to the users of the building.

Partition Installation Goals:

Create Privacy: Partition walls can be used for privacy purposes. Some parts of the building, such as filing and financial rooms or conference rooms in office environments, need privacy, which the office partition solves this need. Partitioning of space: Partitioning is one of the common functions of partitioning. Partitions are used to divide large building spaces into smaller and more flexible spaces. In some cases, the desired space is not large and based on the application, there is a need for separation: for example, a kitchen is divided into two parts, cooking and dining, using a partition. Roof stability: sometimes the partition wall is used as a supporting member to keep the roof in its position and not move it. Decoration and decoration of space: In addition to the mentioned purposes, sometimes partitions are used to decorate and beautify the interior of building rooms or offices. Designing the interior decoration of the house with a partition is one of the modern and exciting ideas that has found its own fans in contemporary architecture. Interior decoration designers are interested in using them in their designs due to the beautiful material and eye-catching appearance of the partitions.

Requirements and features of partitions:

A good partition should meet the following conditions: It should provide adequate privacy for its interior space. Act as a sound barrier. It has a light weight to put less pressure on the structure. Strong enough to withstand the loads caused by vibration. It should be thin to use the maximum floor space. It should be as moisture-proof as possible. To have enough resistance against fire, heat, fungi and disturbing insects such as termites.

Factors Affecting Partition Selection:

The cost in question Materials and materials used in the partition (such as wood, glass, aluminum, etc.) The weight of partitions (in terms of bearing capacity of the building structure) Installation speed Ability to move (no damage or destruction of partitions during disassembly) Durability Expected functions such as the need to resist noise, fire or moisture

Types of Partitions in terms of application:

In general, partitions are divided into two categories: office and home.

Office partition (one of the most important components of office furniture):

Office partitions can be used in public and private companies and offices, schools, libraries, exhibition halls, training rooms and other places that need to separate and divide space. . Office partitions are mostly used to separate the space and protect the privacy of employees, and in addition to the task of dividing the space, their visual beauty can give a special effect to the office environment. Office partitions can be prepared and installed at different heights. For spaces that only need to be divided and sound insulation is not important, the partitions can not continue to the ceiling. Partitions used in office environments can be smart; The smart partition has the ability to adjust the view to the outside; That is, at any time according to the need, the glasses become transparent or opaque. A soundproof partition is the best idea for spaces that need silence so that employees can focus on work. These partitions are also suitable for conference rooms so that sound does not penetrate from inside to outside and vice versa. Polyester fibers or natural wool sticks are usually used in partitions that need insulation.

Home Partition:

In small apartment houses, using a partition instead of a wall is a good idea for dividing spaces because it takes up little space and when you need to change the interior decoration of the house, you can easily move them and there is no need to destroy the walls. do not have one. In large houses, it is also economical to use a partition. After the construction of the building is completed, the partitions will help you to divide large spaces and also beautify the space. For example, you can use a partition to separate the private and public hall (reception). In general, home partitions are popular due to the separation of spaces, without the need to destroy the walls, the ability to transmit natural light while separating two spaces from each other, and also beautify the interior of the house. Home partitions are mostly movable; These partitions are called partitions.

Paravan can be divided into several categories:

Partition at the entrance of the house: these partitions are used to block the view from the outside into the house. In plans where the interior of the house can be seen when the entrance door is opened, these partitions are a good barrier to close the visual view to the interior of the house. The partition in front of the service: sometimes, for various reasons, the bathroom is placed in an inappropriate place in the plan and overlooks spaces such as the hall or the kitchen. In this case, using a partition can solve the problem of seeing the spaces. Home partition separating rooms and hall: As mentioned earlier, we can use partitions to divide space in large plans. For example, if we want the public hall or reception space to not have a direct view of other spaces, we place a two-way partition in front of the space so that in addition to separating the space, the beauty and effect of the space will be doubled. Kitchen partition: Open kitchens are sometimes criticized by some families because these designs are not compatible with Iranian culture. Based on this, the kitchen partition is the best and cheapest solution that can be used after the construction of the building in order to reduce the direct view of the kitchen space and in addition not to prevent natural light from entering the kitchen.

Partitions in terms of displacement:

Partitions are divided into the following two general categories in terms of portability: Fixed partition The fixed partition is attached to the ground with screws or glue. The height of these partitions is variable, some of them are long depending on the space requirement and are connected to the ceiling. Movable partition This type of partition, which is also called floating, is one of the attractive partitions that is most used in the residential sector and is used as a decorative element in the interior design of the house. The ability to open and close and fast transportation is one of the advantages of the floating partition, which has made it a flexible and popular partition. The movable partition itself is divided into five categories: rail, paravan, hinged, wheeled and accordion.

Types of Partitions in terms of material used:

Wooden partition:

Wood is always a reminder of nature and has a close relationship with human nature. A wooden partition can create a sense of nature in the interior of the building. The color and wood model of this partition can be coordinated with other wooden elements in the space. One of the advantages of this partition is its lighter weight compared to other types of partitions, and its disadvantages include low fire resistance. These partitions are also not suitable for use in places that require sound insulation. The wood used in wooden partitions is made of MDF. One thing you should keep in mind when choosing MDF partitions is that these partitions should not be placed in environments with high humidity or spaces that are supposed to be washed a lot.

Metal Lace Partition:

Metal partitions are thin, strong and durable and can be designed and produced as fireproof. These lightweight dividers require a metal or wooden frame to stabilize them in position. The hollow space inside them is filled with insulating materials. The main use of these partitions is industrial and office buildings. The outer surface of these partitions is flattened with plaster.

Cement Asbestos Partition:

These partitions are light, economical, impenetrable, durable, waterproof and fireproof. The sheets are joined together by cement mortar. Sheets can be attached and fixed to one or both sides of the frame. These partitions are placed in a fixed frame like the metal type.

Partition of Dal Gypsum:

Gypsum slab partition walls are made of burnt plaster or plaster of Paris. To reduce the weight of these partitions, sawdust or other fibrous materials are mixed with plaster.

Brick Partition:

These partitions are more economical due to cheaper raw materials. Because of their hardness, bricks are more durable and can be reused and recycled. Also, in the process of producing bricks, less pollution is created in the environment, and in this sense, brick partitions are aligned with the goals of sustainable architecture. At the same time, brick partition walls also have disadvantages; Including the fact that their construction time is relatively long and brick walls cannot be used in earthquake-prone areas. Another disadvantage of brick partitions, which makes it less popular than partitions with other materials, is that these partitions are difficult to clean.

PVC partition (PVC):

PVC is a cost-effective building material that has become a good alternative to other building materials such as clay, wood and concrete in the last few years due to its many advantages. These partitions have high resistance to impact and heat. PVC partitions are one of the types of office partitions that, as one of the best style separators, separate the space completely correctly and according to taste, and also have a special beauty, because they have different and stylish designs and models. It is interesting to know that more than 50% of man-made PVC is used in construction. This high figure is due to the cheapness and simplicity of PVC assembly. Due to their resistance to moisture and water, these partitions are suitable for use in places with a lot of washing. Also, in terms of performance, PVC partitions can be used with other materials such as glass, etc. If we want to compare PVC partitions with wooden partitions, PVC partitions have a much lower cost than their similar products such as MDF. To choose these partitions, keep in mind that the thickness of the PVC partitions is important. The thicker they are, the more beautiful and stylish they will look and, in addition, they will be more resistant. PVC partitions with a hollow internal network have little mechanical strength against direct impact and are easily damaged, for this reason, their use is not recommended in entrances and high-traffic areas. The following are the features of the PVC partition: Being non-flammable Relatively high lightness and durability Fast and simple installation Soundproof Heat and cold insulation Variation in design and color according to people's taste Can be installed on all surfaces Resistance to sun rays Impact and pressure resistance Washability and color stability Resistance to the penetration of annoying insects Resistance in wet places

Polycarbonate partition (PC):

These partitions are very suitable for places that need natural light due to their ability to pass light. Polycarbonate partition can be combined with other materials such as wood and glass. One of the features of this partition is resistance to moisture and oxidizing agents as well as mineral and organic acids. For places that need a lot of washing, such as hospitals and laboratories, you can use these partitions. Polycarbonate partitions are 250 times more impact resistant than glass.