Looking for a simple way to transform one room into two? Folding screens are both highly functional and a great way to decorate and add some zoning to studio apartments or bedrooms. Large, lofty spaces are all well and good until it comes to having some private space. Perhaps you have a new addition to the family and want an easy way to turn a big bedroom into two singles, or you need a backdrop for your video calls which doesn’t feature the bustle of family life.
Our top pick is the Oriental Furniture 3 ft. Tall Window Pane Shoji Screen. It diffuses light and adds both style and practicality to any room. For our other top picks, just keep reading.
Oriental Furniture 3 ft. Tall Window Pane Shoji Screen
The lattice front is a home decor feature in itself
Stylish and practical, available in six different colors
Pros:
- Softens and diffuses light
- Six colors
- Great height for an accent piece
Cons:
- Lattice only on one side
The Oriental Furniture 3 ft. Tall Window Pane Shoji Screen isn't designed to be a room divider as such because it is only three foot tall. However, it makes a lovely display folding screen and its wood lattice construction is stylish and sturdy. You could also use it in a large window for some privacy. The Shoji rice paper is perfect for diffusing light and creating a relaxed ambiance.
RHF 4 Panel 5.6 Ft Tall Partition Wood Room Divider
A slatted screen which offers shelving
This folding screen also acts as stylish storage.
Pros:
- Slatted screen for room dividing
- Add shelving on both sides
- Available in three colors
Cons:
- Not the cheapest
For a practical folding screen, check out the RHF 4 Panel 5.6 Ft Tall Partition Wood Room Divider. It has a unique slatted design with interlocking shelving on both sides of the screen. This adds a lovely storage display element to this practical wooden folding screen, and it's available in three wood colors – suitable for any room you like.
Winsome Wood William Storage/Organization
A tall but narrow screen
Solid wood works as an effective room divider.
Pros:
- Antique walnut finish
- Easy folding storage
- Solid wood screen
Cons:
- Only three panels
At six foot tall, the Winsome Wood William Storage/Organization folding screen is made of sturdy wood in a handsome walnut finish. It's only three panels, which means it won't extend across most rooms, but it's tall enough to create a screen for home office backdrops or changing spaces.
PetFusion ModestCat Litter Box Privacy Screen
A subtle screen to give pets some space
This low-lying folding screen gives pets privacy
Pros:
- Z-shape design
- Small and discreet
- Semi-transparent
Cons:
- Single purpose
Some people seek out folding screens for privacy for pets – especially when it comes to kitty litter or sleeping spaces. The PetFusion ModestCat Litter Box Privacy Screen is perfect for this (very specific) need. It comes in white and brown, and is three foot tall and four foot wide. The Z-shape design creates an easy entry and exit point.
The verdict
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Practical and stylish, the Oriental Furniture 3 ft. Tall Window Pane Shoji Screen is our top pick of folding screens. However, the slatted RHF 4 Panel 5.6 Ft Tall Partition Wood Room Divider offers more height and even storage. Both the Winsome Wood William Storage/Organization and the Oriental Furniture 6 ft. Tall Window Pane Shoji Screen are tall and narrow, but the right one for you depends on your style and personal preferences. Finally, if you want a folding screen for pets and creating some discreet spots in your home, check out the PetFusion ModestCat Litter Box Privacy Screen.