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Fogo de Chão San Antonio - Room Divider 360® Roy Garcia, Sales Manager at Fogo de Chão San Antonio, was in charge of creating a private dining space for the restaurant's larger parties. He came to Versare looking for a solution that would allow him to quickly and effectively create temporary private dining areas. After researching  other options and competitors, Roy concluded that Versare was the only company that could provide the solution he needed while staying within their allocated budget. Versare worked with Roy to create an effective solution using the Room Divider 360®. The Room Divider 360® was the perfect choice since it can be easily expanded and put in place to divide an open room into multiple private dining areas.  It helps absorbs sound and gives guests the perfect private dining experience.  When not in use, the customer can easily fold it up and put it in a closet for storage.       

Most people know of accordion doors from seeing them in hotels, schools and churches. These partitions became popular throughout the 1980s by offering a way to create a temporary wall between two spaces. The panels collapse and expand (hence the "accordion" name) and run along a ceiling-mounted rail. They offer a convenient way to divide space without having a permanent wall. The problem is that installation of these track-mounted divider systems can be cumbersome and expensive. Anything attached to a ceiling is often covered by local building codes and associated fees. Many codes won't allow anything close to a sprinkler head, and others regulate HVAC circulation. Track-mounted accordion doors simply don't provide the same value as Versare partition walls. With starting prices close to $1,000/foot (just for the accordion doors), expect a possible increase of $30,000 – $100,000 to move sprinklers, improve HVAC, or strengthen the ceiling. As you can see, cost becomes a big factor. The Operable Wall provides more benefits at a fraction of the price of a track-mounted partition system. A portable or wall-mounted room divider is not only more cost-effective, but can also be easily relocated, in case the room situation needs to change or a different arrangement is desired. Versare portable room dividers collapse quickly for easy storage, while build-in panel locks make transport a cinch. Versare wall-mounted partitions function similarly to accordion doors, but without the track mount. The space between the divider and the ceiling ensures proper air flow and ventilation while still providing the same amount of privacy. Our Operable Wall system uses special 2" thick panels, greatly reducing sound and increasing room privacy. With dozens of size, color, and panel material options, we offer something to fit just about any situation.

With summer only weeks away, and after a long winter, much of the population is beginning to head outdoors to enjoy the warming weather. The usual place to start is the backyard, patio or a balcony. A lot goes into making these outdoor living spaces enjoyable, but perhaps the most important aspect is privacy. While it may sound like a great idea to head outside and enjoy outdoor living, it can be short lived when a nosy neighbor starts to intrude, or when the 5 seconds each passerby stares at what you are doing begins to add up to virtually no privacy at all. What about that shared patio or balcony, wouldn’t it be nice to have a stylish privacy wall so you can enjoy an outdoor meal in the company of only those you invited? Consider those items outdoor in storage that you don’t always want to see, and in some cases are an eye sore? Fences are expensive, and you need to keep your pet in its designated space, and others out – what do you do?   A simple and affordable solution is the Outdoor Wicker Partition line by Versare.   For as little as $175 you can transform your outdoor living space into a functional and independent area for you to enjoy summer activities. A perfect fit for any sized space, the Outdoor Wicker Partitions provide the versatility to design outdoor living space. Durable, stable and easy to store, the line features stand-alone, folding and configurable options.   Get yours, and improve your outdoor living space this summer! Call our Design Team today For as little as $175 you can transform your outdoor living space into a functional and independent area for you to enjoy summer activities. A perfect fit for any sized space, the Outdoor Wicker Partitions provide the versatility to design outdoor living space. Durable, stable and easy to store, the line features stand-alone, folding and configurable options.   Get yours, and improve your outdoor living space this summer! Call our Design Team today at (855) 816-0176.

In addition to creating visual privacy, our sound-dampening partitions offer enhanced acoustic control. There are ways of measuring the acoustical control of a partition, but it can be innitially difficult to understand. Acronyms like NRC and STC may have you thinking things like WTF, but relax - we've created a quick guide to help you better understand acoustics and how our sound-dampening partitions work. It’s time to break down some barriers (metaphorically speaking, of course) and explain what those letters mean, along with the difference between sound blocking and sound absorption. Sound Transmission Class (STC) Sound Transmission Class, or STC, measures how much sound a partition blocks. Unlike your cholesterol or putt putt score, a higher number is usually better when it comes to STC. Sound Transmission Class gives a general idea of how much sound a partition can stop, and it’s the most common sound reduction measurement. However, it cannot be completely relied upon because the human ear responds more to certain frequencies than others. Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC) Noise Reduction Coefficient, or NRC, measures how much sound a partition absorbs. NRC is used to gauge partitions that are created to absorb (not block) sound. The NRC rating for sound absorbing partitions ranges from 0 (perfectly reflective) to 1 (perfectly absorptive). Think of NRC as the percentage of sound waves that come into contact with the partition without being reflected back (Ex: NRC of .2=20%). NRC ratings depend on a number of variables, like wall conditions and ceiling height. NRC vs. STC You’ve probably gathered by now that the main difference between NRC and STC is that STC gauges materials that block sound, while NRC gauges materials that absorb sound. Versare’s dynamic line of portable partitions includes materials that absorb and block sound. Partitions with dense cores—such as our polycarbonate cores—block sound (high STC rating), while those with lower density cores—like our honeycomb/fiberglass combinations—absorb sound (high NRC rating).   Still feeling overwhelmed? Our team of experts can help you choose the right sound-dampening system to suit your needs. Whether you’re forming makeshift classrooms, building a (quiet from the outside) private area, or providing some much-needed peace to employees, we have you covered.

Back by popular demand, the custom-printed Room Divider 360 is once again available on Versare.com. Our line of 360-degree Room Dividers offers strength and versatility with a few unique partition options. Our most popular portable partition wall, the Room Divider 360, features patented 360° rotating hinges. The exclusive hinge design on this folding partition provides a full range of movement per panel, letting you get creative with your arrangement options, from straight lines to "C" or "L" shapes. These room dividers are useful in a variety of different environments: from school classrooms and cafeterias to offices and co-working spaces to apartments and artist studios. And after an honest day’s work, the accordion-style hinge design allows each panel to fold flush against each other for quick and easy storage. But no one gets inspired staring at gray fabric all day. Now, you can personalize 1-2 panels of your Room Divider 360 with a custom print! From logos and slogans to advertisements and even unique pictures, you can personalize your office or school space with large room dividers that can easily be maneuvered between different spaces and classrooms to provide privacy while still staying on-brand. Attention to detail matters and can help you close a deal or provide a more cohesive learning environment. Ultimately, customizing your room dividers can reaffirm your identity and help present the kind of professional, polished image you’ve worked so hard to cultivate. Interested? Call toll-free (800) 830-0210, join a live chat, or email sales@versare.com to make your mark on a Room Divider 360 today!

If sound-dampening is a priority, our SoundSorb Acoustical Partition Wall is a great place to start. This portable partition wall is constructed with high density rigid polyester. Available in four stylish colors, the SoundSorb Acoustical Partion Wall is a popular studio partition or office divider due to its superior sound-dampening capabilities and attractive looks. Unlike other partition walls, this one meets the floor directly from end to end, keeping sound confined. The SoundSorb Acoustical Partition Wall can be easily folded flat for easy storage.

Mind Your Business With the new Hush Panel Privacy Room Need to hop on a video conference call, review confidential documents or just enjoy a little “me time?” In a world that works in open offices, Versare’s new Hush Panel Privacy Room gives you a private, quiet space to mind your own business and focus on the task at hand. Even though more companies seem to be embracing the concept of open offices, workers still need a private and quiet space to get things done. Standing 6’’ by 8’’, the Hush Panel Privacy Room is equipped with a roof and a door and can easily be added to new or existing offices. It is made of the same 2” thick sound-dampening acoustical panels and other parts found in our reliable Hush Panel Cubicles. The stylish acoustical fabric panels are lightweight, durable, sound-dampening and tackable, making them perfect for a private work space. And whatever your company, office design or school colors are, you’re sure to find a match among our 24 available fabric colors. Interested? Call toll-free (800) 830-0210, join a live chat, or email sales@versare.com to get your peace and quiet today!

With Versare, dividing a room to meet your specific needs can be as easy as 3-6-0. Degrees, that is. Our line of 360-degree Room Dividers offers strength and versatility with a few unique partition options.   The Room Divider 360® Wall-Mounted Accordion Partition is a portable partition you can mount on a wall and accordion to more than 30’’ in diameter and stretch to 7’6’’ tall. Its lightweight, waterproof polycarbonate plastic panels are durable and easy to wipe down at the end of an honest day’s work. Transport locks create secure transportation and once it’s in place, the partition stays in place, thanks to locking casters. Details make a difference; like our patented no-pinch seams, which can reduce pinched fingers of curious kids (and absent-minded adults). These room dividers are useful in a variety of different environments: from school classrooms and cafeterias to offices and co-working spaces to apartments and artist studios. Not to be outdone, our most popular partition, the Room Divider 360® Accordion Portable Partition lets your creative juices flow with its arrangement versatility. Not tethered to a wall, this durable portable divider features patented 360° rotating hinges that allow each panel to do a full rotation. So you can create countless cordons, from "L" edges to circular "C" shapes, or even perfectly straight lines. Available in nine colors, this room divider has options that expand to 25’’ and stretch more than 7’5’’. And with its lightweight, impact-resistant and cleanable fluted panels, it doesn’t mind messy situations. Now, LEGOS may have been fun to build, but that’s child’s play. We ship each of these products to you fully assembled. Interested? Call toll-free 1-888-321-6449, join a live chat, or email sales@versare.com to get yours today.

For those looking for greater length than our standard StraightWall offers, might we suggest the StraightWall® Wall-Mounted Sliding Partition? It mounts to a wall and can stretch to nearly 20’’ in diameter, as each panel uses our proprietary telescoping hinges to slide out in a straight line (regardless of length). A fixed, full-size panel on the end traps sound and create a more professional look when used as an entrance. Its extruded aluminum frame makes it strong but much lighter than its steel-framed counterparts. It’s safe, affordable and easy-to-use in a variety of venues including warehouses, classrooms, gymnasiums, libraries, labs, offices, etc.  Unlike the wall-mounted version, you can set up the StraightWall® Sliding Portable Partition (Polycarbonate Plastic Panels) wherever you want. With a variety of widths (8’6’’ to 25’) and heights (4’-7’6’’), it can adjust to spaces of all sizes. Transport locks make it easy to move from Point A to Point B – and 3" dual wheel locking casters keep put this partition in its place. Sliding telescope hinges create a smooth, straight line. It can be used indoors or out, as its translucent polycarbonate panels are lightweight, shock-resistant and cleanable. That makes this ideal for use in school settings (classrooms, cafeterias, auditoriums, gymnasiums) and workplaces (construction zones, labs, warehouses) that tend to get messy. If you wanted to put it together yourself, you’d have gone to IKEA. We ship all our StraightWalls fully assembled, so they report ready for duty on Day One. Interested? Call toll-free 1.888.421.4880, join a live chat, or email sales@versare.com to get yours today.

The Price is Right for Privacy We know not all budgets are created equal, so we’ve produced a line of affordable portable partitions that are simple but effective.   Each feature:   Durable and replaceable flame-retardant 100% cotton canvas panels available in four different colors (beige, black, blue or red) Heavy 16-gauge 1.25” round steel tubing for strength that is safely connected by rounded plastic corner joints Four 3" dual wheel non-marking swivel casters (products can be used with or without these)   But each product also offers something unique:   MP10 Economical Portable Accordion Partition – Our most popular “cost-effective” portable partition, each canvas panel uses our patented 360° rotating hinges to allow a host of arrangements, from "L" and "C" shapes to perfectly straight lines. Choose from two widths (6’ or 10’) and three height options (4’, 6’ and 6’10’’). Plus, Velcro connectors on the end panels let you easily attach multiple units together; so dividing large areas (classrooms, auditoriums, etc.) is no trouble at all.   VP6 Rolling Room Partition – This 6’ x 6’ single-panel room partition is ideal for classrooms, gyms, churches, office workstations, or efficiency apartments. Roll out one or two of these lightweight, easily transportable privacy screens to divvy up office space or combine several to create designated areas for assemblies or warehouses.   VP4 Two-Position Value Partition – This mobile partition can stand 6' tall by 4' wide or 4' wide x 6' tall simply by rotating the partition about the tubular leg to maximize versatility without sacrificing Divide office workstations quickly and easily, or line up several in a row to create different arrangements for school cafeterias, warehouses and other large rooms.   FP6 3-Panel Privacy Screen – This 6’ x 6’ three-panel privacy partition offers quick and affordable privacy in any situation. At just 37 pounds, the FP6 can be quickly collapsed and transported easily, making it useful for apartment and office workplace privacy, at nursing stations and vaccination areas, and more.   As if that wasn’t enough, each of these products ships free, folds down and stores away easily, and is protected by our one-year warranty.   The moral of the story? Don’t break your budget on overpriced room dividers. After all, that office pool party won’t pay for itself.