The two types of screen generally available within the office furniture market are the type that are desk mounted or floor standing.

The desktop screen gives privacy within an open plan office environment and deflects sound, reducing noise. The desktop is great for defining user space on shared office desks within an open plan office and also improves the appearance of the office with trim finishes and coordinating colours which neaten spaces.

The floor standing office screens will be used to divide key office spaces and defines areas such as corridors and can also be used to create temporary interview or meeting rooms if there is a lack of space in the office or if there is building work taking place within certain areas of the building.

Many screens are not just made of fabric but also come in materials including glass and acrylic, along with manmade materials and wooden and laminate finishes.  One of the most popular types is the floor standing screen that has a white weave finish which can be personalised with family photographs or personal effects, this type gives the employee a more private and personalised space which is separate and only for them, which will aid concentration.