Wood Veneering Experts Introduce an Attractive Alternative to Perspex Coronavirus Screens

BRENTWOOD, U.K. - July 21, 2020 - PRLog -- Privacy screening is commonly used in commercial settings. In offices, it is widely used to screen off workstations where there is a need for confidentiality. It is also useful in larger, open plan offices to create meeting spaces or break-out areas. Now, following the coronavirus outbreak, it has also become an important strategy when it comes to infection control.

In hospitality settings, privacy screening is often used to create booths in restaurants and bars so that couples or families can enjoy their meals or drinks in peace. Again, it is now being used to help prevent the transmission of COVID-19, keeping patrons safe and reassured as they enjoy a drink or a meal.

Whilst Perspex screening has been the major choice due to the fact it is fairly low cost and offers the transparency needed in some settings, such as at shop checkouts or in salons, these two factors don't necessarily apply in all environments. Especially those where creating an ambient, comfortable place to be is important.

The alternative then to Perspex screening? Essex based wood veneering experts Read Veneers suggest the use of veneered wood panelling.

"Veneered privacy screening can be crafted to match the décor of the setting," says director Paul Read.

"It can be classic or contemporary. The choice of wood will have a large bearing on the overall look. By choosing fumed oak, wenge or mahogany veneers for example, it is possible to achieve traditional styling, whereas the likes of maple, larch, elm or walnut can be used to create a more modern feel. Privacy screening can also be inlaid with marquetry and parquetry designs, including corporate branding for commercial settings."

It is important to be aware that interior construction materials are governed by building and fire regulations. Wall or ceiling panelling, partitions and display panels used in a residential, commercial or public setting must all meet strict certified standards.

Paul Read reassures, "It is possible to produce wood veneer panelling so that it meets the necessary FR classifications. Again the panels can be finished in whatever wood suits the design of the space."

Read Veneers has over the past three decades crafted a large number of wood veneer panels and offers specialist expertise in creating privacy screening, sound-proof screens and fire retardant panelling, working with interior fit-out experts, contractors, interior designers and directly with property owners.

For more information visit https://readveneersltd.co.uk/products/panelling/ or call 01277 811 771.