We have two movable walls that we purchase about 5 years ago.  These  
walls are multipaneled and are hinged together, which allows us to use  
as many panels as we want.  They were purchased commercially and we  
picked a beige color with black metal for the hinges and handles.  I  
would say that they are about 7 to 8 feet high and are about 10 to 12  
feet when opened completely.  They are on wheels and we have hardwoods  
in the galleries and we have never had any damage to the floors when  
using these walls.  We have used them mainly to block off areas when  
we are prepping for a new exhibit or taking down.  Our initial reason  
for purchasing them was for use during an exhibit but we haven't used  
them for that purpose since.  I hope this helps.

Sincerely,

Christa McCay, M.H.P.
Registrar
Marietta Museum of History
1 Depot Street, Ste. 200
Marietta, GA 30060
770-794-5726


Quoting Gail Kana Anderson <[log in to unmask]>:

> I would be interested in peoples comments about movable walls that   
> they use in their museums.  Were they purchased commercially or   
> custom built?  What are preferred heights, widths and depth for   
> maximum stability?  How are they moved around and is there any   
> damage to the floor surface?
>
> Any input or references to more information would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Thank you.
>
> Gail
>
>
>
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> Gail Kana Anderson
> Deputy Director/Curator of Collections
> Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art
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