What are partition walls?

Partition walls are divisions made of bricks, glass, cement or other such materials that are meant to divide one room into two or more areas. Partition walls are not load bearing, since their main functions differ from load bearing walls. Generally, partition walls are used to provide privacy, to utilise a space more efficiently or for design or aesthetic purposes.

Partition walls can be used in homes as well as other, larger spaces. Many people choose to create partitions in their living rooms in case the space is too big. The living room partition can create a separate dining or sitting area and be functional and trendy at the same time. These walls can also be used in other rooms, such as bedrooms, to create separate spaces for work, study, changing area, etc.

Partition walls are also extremely popular in office or corporate spaces. Similarly, they are used extensively in restaurants and hotels to provide patrons privacy and to make it easier to navigate and divide the area.

Do you need a beam below a floor slab to build a partition wall?

Partition walls can be made from various types of materials, depending on the utility, budget and design of the space in question. Brick, glass, clay block, concrete, strawboard, drywall, plaster, metal, wood are some materials that are often used to construct partition walls.

Nowadays, EcoPro environmentally friendly fibre cement boards are also becoming more and more popular for construction of partition walls. These boards are extremely durable while at the same time being easy to install and shift. This allows you the flexibility of choosing and changing your design and using your space as effectively as possible.

The requirements for the construction of a partition wall can vary depending on the situation. When the materials used for the wall are heavy, then it is recommended that there be a beam below the floor slab on which it is constructed. However, when you use EcoPro boards for building a partition wall, there is no need to have a beam below the floor slab. This is because, despite being durable and sturdy, this material is quite lightweight and therefore does not put too much load on the structure of the room. It is an easy addition to any place, without any prerequisites for installation.

Why use EcoPro fibre cement boards for your partitions?

EcoPro is a revolutionary material that is eco-friendly while also being diverse in its utility. Lightweight, weather-proof, easy to install and affordable, these boards are perfect for use in partition walls in various settings. EcoPro can be used effectively to construct partitions in residential spaces as well as large spaces like hotels, restaurants, offices, etc. Here are some of the benefits of using EcoPro for partition walls:

• EcoPro boards are robust and durable, which means that the walls will be long lasting and reliable.
• The fibre cement boards are easy to design, and you can cut various designs and patterns as per the need.
• They are easy to install, remove and shift from one place to the other, thus keeping the interior flexible.
• EcoPro boards are water-resistant and weather-resistant, meaning they will be stable and sturdy under any circumstances.
• These boards also offer thermal insulation and sound-proofing qualities, which can be especially useful for office or restaurant partitions.