How do I use a folding privacy screen?

Position the panels in a zig-zag configuration to ensure the screen stands stable on a flat floor without tipping. They work effectively to zone open-plan areas, conceal storage, or create a private backdrop behind furniture.

How do I clean antique leather panels?

Dust the surface gently with a dry, soft cloth to remove loose particles without disturbing old paint or gilt. Avoid liquid cleaners and excessive moisture, which can damage historic leather and traditional hand-painted finishes.

Are these screens heavy to move?

Weight depends entirely on the materials used, with solid mahogany, brass, and glass frames requiring two people to reposition safely. Lighter frames made from papier-mâché, fabric, or thin wood panels can be adjusted easily by one person.

How do I identify the period of a screen?

Examine the construction of the hinges, the joinery of the wooden frame, and the materials used for the panels. Stylistic markers such as Regency proportions, Victorian needlepoint, or Art Nouveau curves also point towards specific manufacturing eras.