Folding screen

[Brandon]

I'm thinking about making a decorative folding screen & was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on the dimensions I'm considering. I'm thinking of building each section to 2'x6' using a 3/4 in. thick oak frame and a suspended canvas panel, with 1/4 in. thick oak latticework on each side of the panel for decoration & to help brace the frame. My question really relates to the frame thickness - does 3/4 in. seem thick enough to be sturdy at 2'x6'? Thanks for any feedback!

[Rumpty]

If your screens are for sale, 16" X 60" is a pleasing proportion and 3/4" material will work fine.

[Lowell Holmes]

If you do a Goggle search for images, hundreds of screens will come up and the dimensions for many will be given. I would try that.

[Ehvee8or]

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[Bob Schmall]

Brandon: I'm in the middle of building one now. The basic design is southwestern, with panels at 18x61 (don't ask). It's white oak, with a short panel of salt cedar sticks above, fabric in the center, and a wooden frame and panel lower section. I'm using 3/4" oak and it's just fine, but be careful to make the joints tight--there isn't a lot of glue surface on something like this. I'll send you a picture if you email.

Bob Schmall

[Windy Wood]