Wall strips: dividers and design objects

Wall strips: dividers and design objects

The wooden dividing strips for interior they can have a dual function: the one of divide spaces in an elegant way, without the need to build a wall in an interior, or even as a simple full-height decorative element. In particular, it lends itself well to filling gaps in walls that are too long and making interiors more interesting.

The dividing system features full-height slats attached to the floors and ceiling.
Therefore they are not suspended and are not attached to other furniture. A common use is as a divider between rooms.

On the contrary, the decorative system is characterized by the attachment of the strips to the wall or furnishings, thus characterizing the appearance of the room with its peculiar texture (much more interesting, Perhaps, compared to an insignificant white wall).

A useful tip is to carefully match the wood and wood qualities to the color of the floor (even more so if there is parquet in the room).

Materials

The most common materials for the construction of panels are:

1. Pino

Durable material that strengthens over the years due to its natural and gradual hardening of the resins. Resistant to significant loads, for this reason it lends itself very well to becoming a support for a large plasma television or a lighting system

2. Oak

It is characterized by a high degree of resistance due to the dense presence of wood fibres. Very simple for maintenance: polishing, brushing, allows you to easily reveal the plot. The color tone is often quite dark.

3. Oak

Evergreen of elegance. A material that lends itself to bending and has good resistance, It is necessary to pay attention to the possibility of boarding if not well welded.

4. Larch

Durable wood with a honey yellow color tone with contrasting patterns.

5. Veneered MDF veneer

Very durable and resistant to deformation, solid thickness. The ash or oak veneer gives the surface a rare elegance. The cost is lower while maintaining convenience.

There are several ways to make these strips. An important feature is the welding and thehookup. Even more so if the vertical batten is provided in a building open to the public care must be taken to ensure that it is fixed in the best possible way. Even if someone hits it by mistake, support must remain reliable and solid.

A tal fine, create an iron core welded to a plate at both ends, fixed to the floor and ceiling, subsequently covered with wood after assembly, may prove to be an ideal solution.