What is partition wall? Its use in Interior Design. Different types of partitions in details.

 

What is called partition of a room?  How can you to divide a big room in a small Chambers?

As per need of our requirement we want separated room for separate works that's why v we used A partition wall is usually very thin structural element used to divide or separate a bigger room in a smaller room it is primarily free e make one. Most commonly we see the partition is made by partition wall and it is made by brick ok or by thane layer of concrete.

 Partition wall usually not load bearing structures and constructed for many reasons. partition can be make not only by brick or concrete There are several materials now a day’s used to create partition of a room like plastic, plaster board wood plywood Terracotta clay block concrete glass etc. etc.

partition of a room

The uses of partition walls are as follows:

It is used to increase the size of a small room.

It is used to resist heat transfer.

It is used to decrease the sound transmission.

To provide privacy.

To divide into the number of rooms.

 

As per the ability partitions are defined into types

·         Non movable partition or permanent partition

·         Movable partition and

What is a non movable or permanent partition?

The partitions which are fixed and not easily moved from the place are called permanent partitions or non-movable partitions; these are made by brick, stone, concrete and these are made by structural elements. These are mainly pre made at the time of construction but sometimes these are made as per requirements also.

What is a movable partition?

Portable walls (otherwise called operable walls, demountable walls or sliding walls) are normally floor to ceilings segments or boards that can be acclimated to change spatial plans. The reason for moveable partition walls is by and large to change a large single space into numerous more modest separated spaces with insignificant exertion.

 

 

The different types of partition walls are as follows:

Brick partitions,

Hollow block partitions,

Concrete partitions,

Glass block partitions,

Plywood (Wooden) partitions,

Gypsum board partitions,

Plaster slab partitions,

Metal partitions,

Asbestos cement partitions, and

Double glazed

PVC panel partitions

 

 

# Brick Partitions Walls:

This type wall can be commonly seen in any kind of civil structure. It consist of Brick (clay or mud) Brick, sand –Cement mortar and water. Thickness of the wall may vary as per requirements and structural needs.  We can easily found 75mm (3”), 125mm (5”), 200mm (8”), 250mm (10”), and even in old structure 375mm (15”) and 500mm (20”) thickness of wall.

Mainly 75mm and 125mm are not load bearing walls. Layer by layer brick stacked and sand and cement mixed with certain ratio (i.e. 1:4, 1:5, 1:6 etc) with water as bonding agent. The layer of brick may vary in different pattern as per joints may very these are, Stretcher bond, English bond, English Garden bond, English cross bond, Flemish bond, Flemish Garden bond etc.

We will discuss separately in a blog details about the brick structure and details about brick walls.

 

Brick Partitions Walls

 

# Hollow Brick Partitions Walls:

Now a day’s constructions are made with Eco-friendly materials. One of that are hollow brick materials. These are made of coal ash, rice husk, and fly ash. These materials are very much eco-friendly, and recycle waste and Green Building Council of India also encourage using this hollow brick in structure and they certified this materials also.

Hollow Brick Partitions Walls

 

# Concrete Partitions Walls:

Main element of this type of wall is concrete. It may be plain (PCC) or reinforced (RCC). It can support between vertical members. These slabs are precast or cast in situ. Precast unit thickness ranges from 25mm to 40mm. Joints of slabs shall be filled with mortar. In case of cast in situ, thickness ranges from 80mm to 100mm. It is poured monolithically with intermediate columns. Concrete mix proportion usually adopted in the work is M15 (1:2:4).

 

Concrete Partitions Walls

 

#Glass Brick/ blocks partitions:

Main materials of this type of partitions are Glass Bricks (there are various types of glass bricks available), an assembly kit, expanding wall plugs, finishing strips, glass brick sealant, cleaning product. This partitions open, divide and separate rooms in line with the desired use. It offers us a great variety of design possibilities. This partitions uses as office partition walls, sliding wall systems in modern shop fittings or as room partitioning in public buildings or hotels. The glass systems are design highlights and fit into any style of architecture. This type partitions is in high demand in interior projects with a great innovative design concept.

Glass Brick Partitions

 

 

#Plywood (Wooden) partitions:

This type of partition very commonly used in interior design project of residential apartments and office projects also. The main materials of these partitions are, Timber for frame of section 50mm X 50mm 0r 50mm X 25mm. Board of ply of thickness 6mm or 8mm, Nails and screws to fixed and Laminates or primer- color for the top surface finish.

 

#Gypsum board partitions:

Main element of this type of structures is Gypsum or Gypsum Board. This wall of gypsum board also called dry wall. Dry walls are usually used to make interior walls and partitions. For quick installations and urgent need Gypsum drywall are install in interior work. ¼ “mostly used as double –wall and common size 4’ X 8’. Board of ½” standard thickness for interior wall and ceilings and common board size 4’ X 12’ best for tall walls. This type of partition wall provides a smooth interior finish and is an ideal base for good quality paints and wallpaper finish.

Gypsum board partitions

 

#Plaster slab partitions

Plaster slab partition are most commonly made of plaster of paris or burnt gypsum, mixed with sawdust and other fibrous materials to reduce the load. These are cast in moulds of size 1 to 2m long, 30 cm high and 50 to 100 mm thick. This wall surface may be smooth or rough. This surface is less smooth with compare to the gypsum board surface.

 

 

#Metal partitions

Metal partition wall are light in weight, fireproof and strong. They are easy to installed and shift. Metal lath partition walls are constructed by placing 2cm or 2.5cm channels vertically (called studs) and fixing metal lath to it on one side. Plaster is then applied to both the sides. If hallow partition wall is required, metal lath is fixed to the channels on both the sides and then plastering them. Metal lath partitions are thin, strong, durable and considerably fire resistant.

 

#Asbestos Sheet or G I Sheet Partition

Asbestos sheet or GI sheet can be fixed to suitable frame of wood, bto act as a partition wall. The sheets can be fixed either to one side of the frame, or to both the sides. Such partitions are economical, light weight and fairly strong.

 

Asbestos Sheet or G I Sheet Partition 

 

#Double glazed window

Whilst on the surface double glazed glass partitioning looks the same as single glazed glass, don’t be fooled. A step up in performance, double glazed glass partitioning is a high end solution to divide innovative places with more acoustic challenges. With an advanced acoustic rating, double glazed glass is perfectly suited to add privacy to offices, showrooms, mezzanine floors and more.

Double glazed glass partitioning promises the same sleek and professional style, with advancements such as improved sound insulation. Other key details include:

 

The two glass panes are available in either 10mm or 12mm thickness.

During installation, the glass partitions are set in tracks, with available colors including white, silver, dark grey and black.

You are able to customize your double glazed glass partitions with glass manifestations or install integral blinds between the double glass panes for added privacy.

Fixed double glazed glass partitioning can offer sound protection of 40-44dB. This additional privacy means that conversations are barely audible and loud noises are only just interpretable.

Double glazed partitions

  

#PVC Partitions

PVC partitions are re locatable wall systems & offer many benefits when compared to fixed construction. They are modular, don't need painting or wall coverings, and are custom-made to fit the dimensions of your space. These partitions are most cost effective and minimum time it needs to install. These systems are manufactured by making use of high-grade aluminum and wood in adherence with the defined parameters of the industry. PVC panels are high durability and fine-finish.  Advantages are, No maintenance, High durability, Easy to install, Fine-finish, Sturdy construction.

PVC Partitions