Room Dividers Blog

An unlikely room divider takes shape as a portable fireplace.

I know, you’re thinking What?  A fireplace in the middle of the room?  That doesn’t sound right.   But, actually, it’s not a terrible idea.  Many of us are constantly looking for ways to divide up large rooms into smaller spaces, and I certainly can’t think of a more unique way to do so than with a little fire ambiance.  This fireplace is portable, and thus can be placed anywhere in the room, it doesn’t need to remain hooked into the wall for a chimney, electricity, or any other reason.  A great place to put this room divider would be in a transition area.  For example, if you have a long, open style floor plan in the living area of your home, which is so popular in new construction these days, a small portable fireplace can be placed in between the dining area and living room to create a small divider, perfect for entertaining.  The kids can do their homework on the dining room table while the grown ups watch TV in the next space.  They have thought of everything with this little fireplace, too.  It is finished on both sides and has a glass viewing area.  Guess what?  That makes it ideal for placement in any part of the room.  I know it’s not a traditional room divider, but it could make a real style statement in your home.  And, since it is relatively small, it is also very affordable, even more so than some folding screens.  And, best of all, it provides just the right amount of warmth and ambiance for your home.  Simply place two cans of gel fuel in the fireplace and watch them glow and warm up your home.  And in the summer, you can move it outside as patio decor, a simple, easy way to add style to your home.

Choose a bookcase style Room Divider for maximum storage and style!

A new type of room divider is becoming ever more popular.  These room screens differ from the traditional styles in a few ways, yet still offer many of the same benefits. Instead of a three or four panel solid room screen that folds, this new room divider option features a shelving design. This is a great choice for many areas of the home.  Obviously, it doesn’t offer the same amount of privacy as a shoji screen, so it shouldn’t be used to create a dressing area or to block out a door less bathroom.  But, these Room Divider Shelves offer something that traditional folding screens don’t: storage.  They are available in different forms, sizes and styles.  Most are designed, though, to display books and collectibles.  The difference between these and bookcases, however, is that they don’t have a back on them, so they can be placed anywhere in the room, they are not limited to the walls.  Use these unique room dividers to add maximum visual appeal to any space, with added storage as a bonus.  In the main living area, a bookshelf style room screen can separate a large living room into a conversation area and entertainment area.  Or use it to separate the dining room from the living room.  The benefit is that you can actually see through the screen, creating a more seamless separation of the spaces.  Another benefit is that you get the style and decor on both sides of the divider.  Whether you are sitting in the dining room or the living room, you can still see your collectible items stacked neatly on the shelves.  Use this beautiful modern Room Divider Shelving Unit to display your favorite vases, bowls of potpourri, framed photographs and coffee table books.

A Room Divider takes center stage as a home decor focal point!

Room Screens perform many functions in the home or office environment.  First and foremost, they are most often used for privacy.  They are great in the bedroom to create a dressing area or in the master bathroom for privacy around the bathtub when the master bath and bedroom are connected without a door.  Another function they perform is to define a large (or small) area.  For example, in a large open style home living area, a room divider can be placed in between the dining room and living room to create a nice sitting area.  In smaller areas, like condos and apartments, you may need to create an office, but you don’t have a separate room devoted to this.  A simple way to achieve a small home office in a small home is with a room screen.  But, a third function is becoming more and more important to home decorators:  room dividers as focal points in the home decor.  For one thing, room dividers themselves are getting fancier and more bold.  You can now find them in very bold colors and styles, from bright red modern art styled room screens to heavy folding screens made of bark and wood for a cabin feel.  Even a traditional shoji screen can create an instant facelift for your living room, bedroom or dining room decor.  To get this effect, use the room divider away from the walls, and complement it with another large piece, like a large house plant set in a pot on the floor.  I saw these new shoji lamps, very beautiful and a great complement to the shoji screens, old and new.  Wow visitors with your great sense of style by using a room divider as your center focal piece in any room of the home!

This is one of the most functional yet attractive room dividers I’ve focused on. From the Kathy Ireland Collection, this room divider cubby piece is a wonderful way to divide an area and increase your storage space tremendously.

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I was browsing the Internet and I came across this really cool room divider that would be perfect for dividing off a space in an open area such as a loft. It is a very artistic and unique design and I thought it was really cool…until I saw the price tag. To purchase this room divider you are looking at spending from $8,000 to $18,000.

You can imagine my surprise when I realized how insane the thought of spending 18k on a room divider is. In fact, I thought it was so ridiculous I had to figure up that you could buy 85 room dividers at about 200 bucks a pop for 18k.

So I found a few replacements that are talking my kind of money.

This birch room divider is also really cool looking and would be great to help break up an open space. It is constructed of birch bark and birch twig so it has a really fun rustic look to it.

For something a little more cleanly cut and classic this is a great option. Still a natural look, with wood and bamboo, this has a conservative yet fun design to it. And to top it off, it’s on sale at Stacksandstacks.com for about 100 bucks. Sure sounds like a better deal to me!

Room divider of the week: HANGING MO-BI-LE-O’S

For a fun option to divide your room, I’ve selected the Hanging Mo-bi-le-o’s from Kenneth Wingard as the room divider of the week.

The retro yet exciting strands are the perfect way to add a stylish element to any room. Not only can they divide the room, but you can also use them to decorate anywhere in the house. The strands are made of steel, so hanging them close together outside makes a fun wind chime effect.

There are 9 different color options available, allowing you to make the perfect choice for your home decor. These would also be great to hang as decorations in children’s rooms as well.

Good Afternoon. My name is Richard Parker and I’m the facilitator of an Internet Web Blog entitled Shelves Blog Dot Com.  My overriding passion is for shelves, and all that the word entails — be it kitchen shelves, garage shelves, wall shelves, or bookcases. But I’m not beyond excitement regarding other areas of home organizational improvement, however, ranging from Wine Racks to Tie Racks.  I have been a fan of this blog specifically for many months, and when I stumbled across the following Item, I thought it would be prudent to share the find with the readers.

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Room dividers have become a home decor item that also serves a functional purpose. Because they are a great decor piece, they come in all colors, styles and sizes. They are easy to personalize and can fit in with any decor! When it comes to personalizing, there are many options. My favorite option is with pictures!!

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Room dividers come in all shapes, sizes and colors – and now even eco-friendly is an option. In our newly hyped green world, it’s important to use products in our homes that are environmentally friendly. Room dividers that are made from products like rubber wood and bamboo are much more eco-friendly than other wood products.

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To prove that you can do almost anything when it comes to room dividers take a look at these samples. All of them are unique and full of style. Don’t be afraid to experiment and do crazy things with your home decor. It’s fun!

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