Choosing the right partition for your office isn’t just about how it looks. You need to think about how strong it is, how it works for daily use and if it saves money in the long run. At Speed Aluminium, many people ask us: Should we pick aluminium or gypsum partitions?
This guide will help you understand all the queries regarding aluminium partition plus it will tell you what is better and what not so you can choose what works best for your office.
1. What Office Partitions Do?
Partitions are used to set up space in an office. They change how the office looks and how people work. An open space can look nice, but good partitions give privacy, reduce noise and help people work better. Two of the most used materials are aluminium and gypsum. Each has its own good and bad points.
2. What is an Aluminium Partition?
Aluminium partitions are made with light aluminium frames and panels like glass or plastic. They are strong, quick to fix and easy to change. We’ve used them in many places where people wanted a neat and modern look that can be changed later.
3. What is a Gypsum Partition?
Gypsum partitions use boards made from gypsum attached to metal frames. These look and feel like solid walls. They are better for quiet and private rooms, like meeting rooms or manager offices.
4. Which One Lasts Longer?
Aluminium doesn’t rust and is great in busy places. It lasts a long time and needs very little care. Gypsum can last too, but it can get damaged by water or damp air. In wet places, gypsum might need to be fixed more often.
5. Design and Style
If you want a clean and modern office that you might change later, aluminium is better. We’ve worked with many offices where they moved or added walls easily with aluminium. Gypsum is better if you want walls to stay in one place and look the same all around.
6. How Fast Can They Be Installed?
Aluminium partitions are quicker to install. In most jobs we’ve done, the aluminium walls were ready in just a few days. Gypsum needs more time. First, the frame is fixed, then the boards, then finishing and painting. If you are in a hurry, aluminium is the faster option.
7. Which One Costs Less?
Gypsum walls usually cost less at first but later on, if you need to fix, move or change anything, gypsum can cost more. Aluminium may cost more when you buy it, but it saves money over time, especially if your office keeps changing.
8. How Well Do They Stop Sound?
Gypsum is better at blocking sound because it’s thicker and more solid. If you need quiet rooms, it’s a good pick. Aluminium can also stop sound well if you use double glass or special panels. But it needs extra work for that.
9. How Hard Are They to Maintain?
Aluminium walls are easy to clean and don’t need much care. If something breaks, you can change just that part. Gypsum walls need more care. Cracks or water damage need repair and painting again.
10. Are They Safe from Fire?
Gypsum boards don’t catch fire easily, so they’re good for safety. Aluminium also doesn’t burn, but it depends on what’s used in the middle of the wall. It’s important to check fire ratings before choosing.
11. Are They Good for the Environment?
Aluminium can be used again and again. Many aluminium walls are made from recycled metal. We work with companies that care about the earth. Gypsum can also be recycled, but it’s harder and not done everywhere.
12. How Do They Look?
Some people like aluminium frames with glass because it looks modern and simple. Others like gypsum because it feels like a real wall. Both can look nice. It depends on the kind of office you want.
13. Which One is Better for Temporary Offices?
If you need a setup that won’t stay forever, aluminium is better. It can be taken down and used again in another place. It doesn’t leave a mess when removed. Gypsum is better for offices that won’t change for a long time. When removed, it leaves waste behind.
Final Thoughts
Every office has different needs. At Speed Aluminium, we’ve helped many clients choose what suits them best. If you want something you can move later and that saves money over time, go with aluminium. If you need strong, quiet walls that stay in place, gypsum is a good choice.
Still not sure? Call us and we’ll help you pick what works for your office.
FAQs
Not really but if you use double glass or sound-blocking panels, they can be.
Not easily since they often break when taken down. Aluminium walls can be used again somewhere else.
Aluminium is better because gypsum can soak up water and get weak unless sealed well.
Yes. Many offices use both. Aluminium for open parts, gypsum for private rooms. It gives a good balance.
Aluminium can last over 20 years if you take care of it. Gypsum can last 10 to 15 years, depending on how you look after it and the environment.
