What do the walls look like?

Our wall partitions are beautiful. Visit our photo gallery and see for yourself. They are 4½" thick which is the same as most walls in apartment buildings. The only difference is, like all temporary partitions and room dividers, ours are designed to be both easily installed and removed by us.

In order to accomplish this in a clean and efficient manor, we do not tape and plaster the seams of our walls or where they come in contact with the existing, permanent walls.  Instead, the seams and edges are covered with moldings to give our walls their own distinct and finished look.

Can I buy a wall?

No, our wall partitions are only leased to our customers. There are two reasons for this. First, because the walls are reusable, we are able to offer them at a much lower price than if we sold them outright. Second, leasing the walls give management companies and landlords peace of mind. They have the assurance that we are going to be responsible from installation to the end of your tenancy and the ultimate timely and careful removal of our property from their premises.

How long can I lease a wall for?

As long as you want. The wall partitions are leased in three-year increments.

What if I need more than just a straight wall?

Because our partitions are customized, we can accommodate almost any configuration you may need.

My ceiling seems very high. Can you go higher than the standard 8' ceiling?

Yes. We can accommodate ceiling heights up to 13'.

Will I need an onsite estimate?

Generally not. Our extensive database is continually updated. Chances are we already have information for your building on file.

What if I have an unusual design in mind?

If we cannot understand your design over the phone, a floor plan provided by your building will help. If it is not available to you, please print out the floor-graph we have provided and follow the example. Some situations will require an onsite estimate. Our sales representatives are here to advise you. Should an onsite estimate be required, one will be scheduled for you and there will be no charge for this service.
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What if the design I want means the wall would have to split an HVAC unit in half?

Not a problem. We offer a specially designed access door that allows easy access and servicing of the HVAC unit without having to remove the wall partition.

I would need to go up into a window, can this be done?

Yes, under most conditions. A sales representative can advise you about this.

What if my building has a small elevator or no elevator at all?

Height is usually never an issue. However, there are some elevators that may not be wide enough. Whether you have a small elevator or no elevator at all, it is not a problem. The materials can be walked up. There is an additional cost for this service.

What color are the walls?

We stock the (3) most widely used colors in New York City apartments. We will match the color of your existing walls as closely as possible using these colors.

What if I want to paint another color?

If you think another color would enhance your décor, feel free to be creative. All that we ask is that you don’t paint the door, doorframes or door moldings or the windows, window frames or window moldings.

Can I hang anything I want on the wall?

You can hang pictures as long as they weigh no more than thirty pounds each. However, our partitions are not designed to handle the weight of shelving.

Do the doors come with locks?

No this is considered as a fire hazard. We are extremely careful not to endanger any one using temporary partitions. In fact, the material used in our wall partitions are fire coded and we are very careful concerning fire egresses and proper air circulation.

I will be home on the day the movers come. Can I have my wall installation the same day?

This is not a good idea for anyone concerned. Everyone is sure to be in each other’s way wasting precious time and causing havoc with your schedule as well as ours. Moving is stressful enough. Take it one step at a time.

How do I get started?

First contact your building and secure permission. Find out if they have any special requirements or need us to supply an insurance certificate. Or, call us, we probably already have all the information needed.

If you have furniture near the area where the partition will stand, you will need to clear three feet on each side so that our installers will have room to work.

Please note that all of our work is guaranteed and that we are fully insured. We are also licensed by the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs.

If there are any questions we have not answered, please let us know. Call us at (718) 361-5300.

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