Screen made of plastic pipes: types of partitions + step-by-step manufacturing instructions

A screen is a very effective solution for zoning a room. But the cosmic value of such a partition in art studios inspires creativity, right? A self-made screen made of plastic pipes can become a multifunctional piece of furniture in the bedroom, studio apartment, in the children's room and not only.

Do you want to make a partition with your own hands, but do not know where to start? We will help you deal with this issue - the article provides recommendations on creating a screen design project, preparing materials suitable for it.

Also, the process of manufacturing a partition from pipes is described in detail, photo-options of screens that can be made with your own hands using improvised materials are considered. As a visual aid, thematic video materials with instructions for self-production were selected.

Types of screens and their purpose

The design of the future partition completely depends on the functions that it has to perform, and on the time available for the implementation of ideas.

Depending on the purpose of the screen, they can perform the following functions:

• decorative - the partition is used to decorate the interior of the room, being an artistically designed object;
• separation of space - the screen visually divides the room into zones, which is often used by designers in large rooms;
• realization of creative ideas - a small screen of pipes acts as a theater inventory when performances are staged at home.

The size of the future product is also important for the project, so you should immediately determine its function. Most often, partitions are made of plastic into a kindergarten group, for playing table puppet theater, for the implementation of domestic needs, for zoning a one-room apartment, trying to separate the office from the bedroom or living room.

And also, this is a favorite craft of creative and creative craftswomen who prefer to make an unusual and completely unique thing with their own hands.

In principle, it’s not difficult to buy a screen for every taste and size - manufacturers offer a huge assortment of very different purposes from a variety of materials.

Ready-made solutions offered by art studios do not please with their value. Therefore, it is much more interesting to build a partition on your own. Moreover, there are always materials at hand that will work, you just need to show imagination.

It’s worth immediately thinking about the design - a movable (on wheels), portable or stationary partition. It is also important whether it will develop or not.

All these points must be carefully considered, because the project of the future home-made screen depends on them.

Screen manufacturing process

Creating an original screen of the right size is quite a feasible task not only for the home craftsman, but also for the creative hostess.

Moreover, you can use improvised materials for the manufacture of a home-made partition if it is not possible to rent a specialized tool for working with plastic pipes.

Step # 1 - creating a home-made screen project

If you have to make a partition design for use by children, then its dimensions should be selected taking into account the growth of future users.

And for use as a decorative element in a room, it is important to determine the necessary dimensions - if you build too small a partition, it will not bring the proper result.

In addition, you need to determine the shape of the screen, the number and dimensions of the flaps, as well as the type of home-made - folding, mobile, stationary, etc.

It is easiest for beginners to make a simple version of the partition with a combination of a plastic pipe + textile. Or a very original option - some pipes.

The advantage of using only plastic is moisture resistance. Such a product can be safely placed in the combined bathroom, without fear that the spray will spoil the look of your masterpiece.

Step # 2 - preparing the right materials

To work with plastic pipes specialized tools come in handy. If not, you can rent or use improvised devices.

So, first of all, plastic pipes will be needed. Their diameter and length depends on the design of the future screen - the shape, height, length and width of the wings.

A tool for soldering and cutting pipes is also useful - a special iron and pipe cutter.

It is convenient to connect plastic pipes using a special tool - a soldering iron. If not, you can use a burner or lighter to heat the junction of the fitting and pipe

If out of stock soldering iron or scissors for pipes, then a lighter and a regular sharp knife or saw for metal will do. Moreover, if the edges are warmed up, then they can not be processed additionally.

Special scissors designed for cutting pipes are a very convenient device. They make working with plastic easier.

Step # 3 - assembly homemade according to the project

In principle, the set of tools and materials depends on the design of the planned screen.

Depending on the purpose, the products can be not only functional, but also decorative.

By the way, the last version of the screen can be made in large size to stage performances with the participation of live actors, not dolls.

Below we consider two options for partitions made of plastic pipes, the manufacturing principle of which is radically different.

Option # 1 - screen on wheels

If you decide to make a designer version for wet rooms, then you have to decide on the depth of the partition and its functionality.

The minimum depth should be about 5 cm - it is inconvenient to work with narrower material. If you plan to put magazines and other useful little things in the partition cells, you can add another 10-15 cm.

To make a designer version of the screen, you will first have to cut the pipes into pieces of the same length - this will be the depth of the homemade product. It is advisable to take pipes of different diameters.

It is important to process the cut points - because they will be open, so they should look beautiful and be safe. What is an ordinary iron and baking paper suitable for?

The iron needs to be heated and leaned over a baking paper for a few seconds to cut a section of each pipe section to smooth out unevenness. It is important to quickly separate the edge of the nozzle from the paper so that it does not have time to weld tightly

Then all the prepared pipe sections should be placed on the floor or cardboard blank in a chaotic manner, choosing the most suitable location. This is what your screen will look like in the future.

When the desired pattern is achieved, it remains to fasten all the elements together. What is glue used for?

After waiting for the recommended number of minutes after applying the glue, you can start painting the finished structure in the desired color - raspberry, lime, silver. Or leave the screen white.

White color of a decorative partition elegantly fits into a modern interior in gray-white-black tones. This screen will be the perfect complement in the bathroom or in any other

In conclusion, it remains to fix the partition or leave it mobile. Why can I use the furniture wheels of the right size. They can be attached directly to pipe sections of the lowest row.

Or first fasten the wheels on a wooden board or plastic surface, and then stick it to the bottom row of plastic pipes.

A decorative screen for a combined bathroom of plastic pipes looks stylish and original. Its only negative is that you need to wipe the dust in each pipe

Option # 2 - portable partition

To make a portable screen, you will need the same set of tools as in the previous version.

As for materials, first of all, pipes with a diameter of 20-25 mm will be needed. Their consumption depends entirely on the number of wings - if 3 wings and a height of up to 1 meter, then at least 10 meters. To connect them, it is convenient to heat them with an iron.

The following materials will also be needed:

The procedure for making a screen of three wings is simple. First you need to cut the necessary sections of the pipe - 0.6-0.8 m and 1.0-1.2 m. In this case, the edges should not be processed.

Next, you have to perform the following steps:

1. Preheat the edges of one segment and the corner fitting - they need to be connected together.
2. Alternately using fittings connect all the workpieces in four segments, forming a rectangular frame.
3. Attach fabric “walls” to each frame using Velcro or buttons, equipped with a window, pocket or mesh insert. Velcro straps have to be sewn / glued to the textile beforehand.
4. Connect the sash of the screen to each other using bilateral fasteners.

On this, the process of manufacturing the assembled partition is ready. It can be used for games in the garden, for classes or for staging a play with dolls, if you add a window to the design.

If you use a grid as a material for a plastic frame, then children may well be engaged in independent creativity, weaving into it an original pattern of colored ribbons.

Letters, numbers or other material or drawings of children can be laid out in pockets, which will create a cozy atmosphere

If you increase the height of the home-made screen to 1.6-1.7 meters and use textiles with the appropriate motifs as a decor, then a beautiful partition for the bedroom may well turn out, hiding behind which will make it nice to change clothes.

On our website there are several more articles where we examined in detail various homemade plastic pipes. We recommend reading them:

1. Chair made of polypropylene pipes.
2. Hanger made of PVC pipes.

Conclusions and useful video on the topic

Video recommendations about the creation of a pipe wall with your own hands:

A partition made of plastic tubes can become not only an active participant in children's games or a separator in a room, but also a spectacular element in interior design.

Moreover, it is quite possible to make a decorative screen with your own hands. Why you can use plastic pipes and improvised materials. And also show a little imagination. And then the result will definitely please you.

Have you ever had to build a screen from PVC pipes yourself? Please share photos of your own homemade products and instructions for their manufacture. Leave your comments in the box below.