Indoors, a wooden room divider (claustra) is an elegant alternative to a traditional partition. Thanks to its openwork structure, it lets light and air circulate while creating a soft separation between two areas. At ilicut, you can design a wooden claustra tailored to your dimensions, choose the most suitable wood species, and decide on the style (straight battens, angled slats, openwork patterns, integrated niches). Discover possible uses, recommended wood species, and the key steps to make your project a success.
What is a wooden claustra and what is it used for?
Among space dividers, the wooden claustra stands out from partitions and other opaque panels thanks to its openwork structure, which maintains visual and light continuity between separated areas.
By leaving a gap between each batten (or wooden slat), the claustra offers several advantages compared with solid partitions:
- Space delineation: an indoor wooden claustra separates zones visually without creating a physical barrier. It’s perfect for structuring an entryway, a living room, or creating a discreet office nook.
- Light flow: its open structure promotes the circulation of natural light and air, making rooms brighter and airier.
- Aesthetics and warmth: the solid wood of a claustra brings a natural, warm touch. It suits every interior style and adds a welcoming atmosphere.
- Flexibility: made to measure, the wooden claustra adapts to any interior layout, even complex ones, ensuring a perfect fit.
What are the uses for an indoor wooden claustra?
Separate without enclosing
Ideal for structuring an open kitchen, creating a workspace, or defining an entry area within a living space, the wooden claustra is the perfect solution to create distinct zones without closing them off.
Add a personalized decorative touch
Thanks to limitless customization and the use of solid wood, the indoor claustra adapts to all decor styles and configurations. Beyond adding niches or angling slats, you can also imagine all kinds of graphic patterns enabled by wood machining and engraving.
Improve the indoor environment
By allowing optimal circulation of air and light, the airy design of the claustra helps create a warm atmosphere while providing a degree of visual and acoustic privacy. In certain configurations, it can serve as an openwork guardrail to secure a staircase.
Which type of indoor wooden claustra should you choose?
Straight-batten wooden claustra (straight slats)
- Classic, timeless model.
- Slats aligned vertically (or horizontally).
- Simple, elegant design that suits any style.
Angled-batten wooden claustra (inclined slats)
- Slats set at an angle for a dynamic effect.
- Play of light and shadow depending on position.
- Ideal for a modern or designer interior.
Wooden claustra with integrated niches
- An evolution of the straight-batten version.
- Combines separation and decorative storage.
- Lets you display plants, books, or decorative objects.
At ilicut, claustras with integrated niches can be fully custom-made. By sending a plan and choosing your wood species, our design office will create a claustra perfectly tailored to your project.
Openwork patterned wooden claustra
- Custom cutting for an artistic result.
- Wide variety of patterns and styles to personalize your space (wave effects, geometric motifs, etc.).
Why choose a solid wood claustra?
What are the advantages of solid wood for an indoor claustra?
- Strength and durability: solid wood is known for its resistance. Unlike composite materials, it maintains its structural qualities over time, even in environments with temperature or humidity variations. It’s a long-term, reliable investment.
- Natural aesthetics: each species has unique grain, tone, and nuances. Timeless, solid wood suits both modern layouts and more traditional decor.
- Eco-friendly material: sourced from sustainably managed forests, solid wood is a responsible alternative to synthetic materials. Recyclable and biodegradable, it combines aesthetics, quality, and environmental respect.
Which indoor-claustra wood species are available at ilicut?
The choice of species influences both the style and durability of your claustra. At ilicut, all wood species are available on request, including:
- Oak: known for strength and nobility, oak is a premium choice. Its pronounced grain and tonal variations give it a unique, timeless character. It’s durable and highly resistant to impacts and wear over time.
- Beech: appreciated for its light, uniform tone, beech is ideal for Scandinavian or minimalist styles. Its fine grain provides a smooth, elegant surface, perfect for refined finishes.
- Hevea (rubberwood): a durable, economical species, ideal for projects requiring excellent value. Stable and easy to work, it has a light, slightly golden tone that suits most interiors.
If you’re unsure about the species, you can order samples directly from our site to compare tones and finishes.
Why choose a made-to-measure claustra?
Every interior is unique. That’s why a made-to-measure wooden claustra is the ideal solution to fit your space and preferences perfectly.
- A perfect fit: unlike standard models, a custom claustra adapts to all the constraints of your room: atypical dimensions, specific ceiling height, or unique shapes.
- Full customization: create a design that reflects you. Choose batten spacing, add openwork patterns, or integrate decorative niches.
ilicut offers two ways to order a custom indoor claustra:
- Customize online: directly via the models on our site, adjusting dimensions and wood species.
- Request a quote: for more complex projects (specific shapes, made-to-measure niches, custom patterns). Simply send your detailed plan and our design office will propose a suitable solution.
How to prepare your claustra project properly?
Step 1: measuring
To ensure your claustra fits your space perfectly, it’s essential to take accurate measurements.
- Height: measure the distance between floor and ceiling at several points and keep the lowest. For a floor-to-ceiling claustra, remember to subtract 1 cm to allow space for the adjustment jacks supplied by ilicut.
- Width and length: note the exact dimensions of the space where the claustra will be installed.
- Specific configurations: for a horizontal claustra or a half-partition, simply enter the exact measurements.
If in doubt, don’t hesitate to contact us to ensure your measurements are correct before ordering.
Step 2: choosing the fixings
Installing a wooden claustra can vary depending on the substrate and fixings. It can be fixed to the wall, floor, and/or ceiling depending on the layout and desired look. Whatever the use, we recommend gluing or screwing (depending on the material) the upper crosspiece of the claustra to the ceiling to ensure optimal stability.
To make life easier, ilicut claustras are delivered to your home pre-assembled, ready to install!
Step 3: choosing the finish
As with any solid wood furniture, it is recommended to apply a finishing product to your claustra to ensure protection, even for indoor use. All standard wood finishes are possible: oil, varnish, wax, etc.
At ilicut, we offer a factory oil finish option, allowing customers to receive their claustra ready to install without applying a treatment themselves. This finish provides optimal protection and makes long-term maintenance easier, while enhancing the wood’s tone and grain.
If you plan to install your claustra in a room regularly exposed to humidity, such as a bathroom, we recommend using a finishing product specifically designed for wet areas.
How to maintain an indoor solid wood claustra?
A finished wooden claustra will require minimal daily maintenance. For cleaning, we recommend using a mild soap with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
Over time, your claustra may show signs of wear, including scratches or slight discoloration due to repeated UV exposure. To restore its original appearance, simply lightly sand the surface and apply a new coat of finish.
Inspiration and customer projects
At ilicut, we love showcasing our customers’ creativity and how they integrate our solid wood claustras into their interiors. On our site, you can discover a selection of customer claustra projects that illustrate the many possibilities this product offers.
In summary
The wooden claustra helps structure an interior while preserving openness and brightness in your spaces. Thanks to its multiple designs and finishes, it suits all styles and needs: separating zones, decorating, or improving the circulation of light and air.
Whether you choose a standard model or a custom claustra, ilicut offers solutions tailored to your project. Our customer service and design office are available to support your planning.
Make your interior a unique, warm space with a custom wooden claustra by ilicut!
