Expert Answers: Lightweight Partition Planning, Cost Calculation, Soundproofing & Construction Time

In order to meet the needs of modern architecture, light partitions have become the mainstream of partition walls. Compared with traditional brick walls, they are lighter in weight and faster to construct. Compared with wooden partitions, they have better sound insulation and fire resistance. So how to choose and plan light partitions? This article provides a complete explanation of the cost, price, sound insulation, construction methods and construction time of light partition materials.

1. Is the sound insulation effect of light partitions good?

The sound insulation effect of light partitions is related to the construction method of the partitions and the material of the light partitions. Among them, Electronic Control Glass (PDLC) partitions, wet partition walls, and ceramsite walls have the best sound insulation effects.

2. How to calculate the cost of partition construction?

The construction of dry-type light partitions depends on different construction methods, and the price per square meter is about NT$2,500-5,000; the wet-type light partitions require higher quotations due to longer working hours, and the price per square meter ranges from about NT$5,000-7,000. When planning light partitions, you can also consider product warranty and functionality to make more flexible use of limited space.

3. What is the difference between wet construction method and dry construction method for light partitions?

The difference between wet and dry light partition construction methods is whether grouting will be performed during the construction process. At present, there are 6 common partition construction methods for light partitions. Except for wet lightweight grouting, they are all dry construction methods. The construction speed is fast and the labor and material costs are relatively low.

4. Will the safety of the building be affected if the drywall partition encounters an earthquake?

Whether the building itself is earthquake-resistant depends on the building structure. As long as the shear walls and load-bearing walls in the house are not changed, the construction methods and materials used in the partitions will not affect the building safety. Considering that buildings are getting taller and taller, in order to avoid top-heavy and overburdened buildings, light partitions have become the first choice for indoor partitions.

The seismic resistance of dry light steel framed calcium silicate board walls is similar to that of gypsum board walls, but calcium silicate boards are brittle and may burst suddenly during an earthquake and injure people. Brick walls cannot be decompressed and can easily crack and topple over due to the compression of the main structure during an earthquake, or even cause bricks to be ejected and injure people. After the 921 earthquake, construction experts advised against using brick walls. Although the grout wall is not easy to crack, it is heavy and the structural strength at the edges around the wall is often insufficient. When the grout wall is attacked by earthquake forces, it is easy for the entire wall to collapse.

5. How long does it take for light partition planning, construction and completion?

Among them, the wet compartment process is more complicated. It is necessary to install pipelines in the wall first, then grout, and then wait for drying, which takes a long time.

It should be noted that if after living for a period of time, the existing partition wall decoration needs to be changed due to changes in residents or adjustments to needs, in addition to the construction price listed above, the dust caused by the construction must also be considered, the entire room must be covered with dust-proof tape, and the cost of garbage removal after construction must be considered.

Different from ordinary partitions, smart technology partitions (Electronic Control Glass) are not only 1/10 of the thickness of cement walls and 1/8 of light partition walls, but can also save 90% of the thickness of one wall, which can fully increase the space efficiency by nearly 40%.

There is no need for multiple processes and construction time. The Electronic Control Glass can be completed in just one day. There are no consumables, dust pollution, and no subsequent maintenance (paint). This is a huge saving in manpower and financial resources.

Why choose Startek?

Startek has many years of experience in the Electronic Control Glass industry, understands the differences between traditional building materials and light partition materials, and provides consumers and owners with the most professional Electronic Control Glass consultation. If you want to know more, click hereWelcome to consult, or call+886-2-7756-0773, services will be provided by dedicated personnel.

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Designers see this – is your case worth considering upgrading to Electronic Control Glass?

The above six types of light partitions are all oriented towards "partitioning function" - solving the need to "cut up the space". But if your case isCommercial spaces, office conference rooms, high-end residences, medical clinics, hotel suites, what the owner really cares about is not "cutting up the space cheaply", but:

• spatial elasticity: When the use situation changes in the next 10 years, there is no need to cancel and redo it.
• Brand/personality expression: The partition itself should become the highlight of the design, not just the dividing wall
• Smart integration: Can be linked with access control, light control, and conference room reservation systems

This is the fundamental difference between Electronic Control Glass and traditional light partitions. The Electronic Control Glass is transparent when powered on and atomized when powered off. It can switch between privacy and lighting with one click. It can also integrate dormakaba access control, Clestra partition system, JEB office furniture, and IoT control system.

Advantages of designer proposals: When introducing Electronic Control Glass to owners, the story you can tell is not just "a piece of glass that becomes foggy", but "office culture in the AI era and work patterns in the next 10 years" - this is a differentiation that cannot be achieved in a specification war. Startek provides completeTechnical description and construction specificationsLets you put it directly into the owner's proposal.

Budget reference: Electronic Control Glass is positioned as a high-end solution. The price per square meter is higher than that of traditional light partitions, but it has a 5-year warranty (can be extended to the industry's longest 10 years), has passed the national impact-resistant certification, and the construction speed is about 50㎡/day/person (5 times that of traditional wet construction methods).Check out the 5-step quote guide →

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Why designers choose STARTEK

Startek is one of the few integrators in Taiwan who can span building materials and electronics - we translate photovoltaic technology into architectural language, allowing designers to adopt smart technology with peace of mind. From specification consultation, site investigation, construction drawings to 5-year warranty (can be extended for 10 years), there are complete technical documents, proposal templates and exclusive windows for designers.

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