Bamboo Wall Divider

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Updated On 02/04/2021

To split a space, like the area between the living and dining room in an open floor plan or small apartment, you need a good divider. And nothing's quite as stylish and hypoallergenic as a bamboo wall divider. Bamboo is versatile, and clean, and can give a very calming feeling when used in room accenting. Take a look at this collection of bamboo wall dividers.

Buying Guide

With a distinctive but casual look that blends into any setting, bamboo wall dividers are a versatile choice irrespective of whether are looking to define the space, direct traffic or divide it.

What are the qualities of bamboo?

Bamboo is an all-natural, sustainable grass that looks rustic. But it can easily be paneled with solid wood which gives it a classy appearance.
It can be painted or stained to match contemporary décor. It comes in a variety of sizes (length and thickness).
It can be tightly packed together to create an opaque wall divider. Or can be stacked a few inches apart to allow the light to pass through.
It’s lightweight but incredibly durable.

If you are shopping for wall dividers, then Bamboo should definitely be on your wish list. Here’s a little buying guide to help you with the details of what factors to consider.

How to select the right size wall divider?

You will have to pick a wall divider panel size depending on the intended use. If you are looking to create a partition for privacy, then the panel needs to extend from the floor to the ceiling and across the room. How tall are the ceilings? If you have high ceilings, then you might have to get it custom made because most manufacturers conform to standard ceiling sizes.

Similarly, the width of the room will determine how many panels you need. Bamboo wall dividers can be as small as a single panel or extend to six or even eight panels. If space is limited, then look for accordion styled folding panels which can be extended fully to cover the entire room or left partially open to divide it.

What types of wall dividers are there?

Wall dividers come in a variety of shapes and designs with interconnecting options that can accommodate even curved and angled walls.

Freestanding bamboo wall dividers are a portable option which can be moved to any part of the house or commercial space. These usually have casters that make it easy to move them around and can be dismantled for storage.
Wall mounted ones are a more permanent option that attaches to the wall using brackets. It can either be a folding one or a stationary one and are usually used in rooms that frequently need partitioning. Like a conference room or a balcony for example.

If you are looking for an acoustic wall divider, then, unfortunately, bamboo might not fit the bill.

What style of bamboo wall divider should you choose?

From a vertically stacked mesh of thin bamboo ropes to horizontally arranged, thicker bamboo stalks permanently attached to solid wooden frames, you have an endless array of styles to choose from. Most designers will even offer a custom one tailor-made to match your décor and size requirements. If it will be mounted on a frame, then select the material and finish for the frame as well.

Solid wooden frames blend well with bamboo and it can be stained to match the finish of the wood.
Metal frames can be used for the patio or the balcony.
Accordion styled folding dividers can even be frameless. That’s one of the best things about bamboo. It’s so durable and flexible that it doesn’t require a frame per se.