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Room Dividers That Work: Practical and Stylish Ideas

By: ROS Team

Sometimes, your house is just too small. That’s why so many people have to divide their rooms into multiple zones. This can be a great way to create different areas in your home while still keeping it open and uncluttered. But how do you divide a room? Well, there are plenty of ways to do it! Here are some room dividers ideas:

Add An Accent Wall

The best way to divide a room is with an accent wall. An accent wall is any color or pattern that is different from the rest of your space, and it can be used to separate two spaces in your home, such as an entryway or kitchen area.

Add some visual interest by using a bold color like a yellow and white striped one. Or go with something more subtle, like gray wallpaper with black polka dots.

Whatever look you choose for your accent wall will help define one side of a space more than the other sides. Making it easier for guests (and yourself) to find their way around when visiting!

Installing A Sliding Door Or Barn Door

Sliding doors are great for rooms with high ceilings. If you have a room with a low ceiling, you may want to consider using barn doors instead.

Installing A Sliding Door
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Sliding doors can be used to divide a room in half or into three sections (a doorway flanked by two sliding panels).

Barn doors are best for dividing spaces that aren’t as large but still need some privacy from each other – they’re ideal for bedrooms or bathrooms!

Create A Floating Floor

Floating floors are an excellent way to divide a room. They can be made of wood, tile, or other materials and can be used in any room. They’re easy to install and make a great choice for high-traffic areas because they won’t dent or scratch easily.

Hanging Curtains From The Ceiling

Hanging curtains from the ceiling is another great way to divide a room, but it’s also one of the most expensive options since you’ll need to hire an electrician to install lights and drape rods. However, if you want something that will survive for years (and amaze guests), this is the way to go.

Hanging Curtains From The Ceiling
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Choose curtains with heavy fabric in a neutral color like white or gray. You want them to look like they belong there, not like they were thrown up as a temporary fix by someone who didn’t know any better.

If possible, hang your drapes high enough so that people can walk under them without having their heads blocked by fabric.

Using Bookshelves Or Cabinets

Bookshelves and cabinets can be used to divide a room, but they’re also great for displaying things. Try putting a bookshelf in one corner of your living room to create a cozy spot. You could fill it with books, figurines, and other knick-knacks that make you happy.

If you want to hide away clutter or keep certain items out of sight (like those old tax returns), consider putting up some cabinets on either side of your doorways.

This will give visitors less space to look around while they walk through the house. Plus, it’ll keep them from peeking into drawers where you wouldn’t want them to see something private!

Use A Sunken Seating Area

A sunken seating area is a great way to divide a room and make it feel more open. You can create a sunken seating area in a number of ways, like you may use a couch or, say, chairs with legs that are shorter than the rest of the furniture in the room.

Use A Sunken Seating Area
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If you’re looking for something more permanent, consider installing tile flooring in an area where you want to create a sunken seating area.

The tiles will give you plenty of options when deciding how much space should be left between each piece of furniture. So that people can walk around easily without feeling cramped by one another’s personal space (or tripping over each other).

Folding Room Divider Screens

A folding room divider screen is a great option for dividing a room. This is a great option if you want to convert your open living space into a private space.

These screens are made of fabric, so they’re easy to move and store when not in use. They come in different colors, patterns, and styles – you can even find ones with lights built into them!

Using Tall Plants To Divide A Room

Plants can be a great way to divide a room. The right plant selection is key: tall plants will create a sense of privacy and block out light from windows, allowing you to create your own private space within the room.

Final Words

If you want to divide a room, there are numerous options. The best solution is determined by your requirements and the amount of available space.

Some of these ideas may work better than others depending on what kind of furniture or layout items are already in place.

But if nothing else, adding an accent wall can help make any space feel more open without making it look cluttered at the same time!