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The traditional method is a single grid with framing and the paper applied to one side. From inside the room, the grid side is visible, with just the paper and shadow of the grid visible from outside the house.
The western style is to have 2 identical gridworks with the paper sandwiched in the center. This is sometimes prefered for a more finished appearance from the back side.
The grid work or Kumiko is made from slender strips of cedar wood 1/4" by 1/2". Although these look very delicate and easy to break, they become quite strong when they are precision joined with half lap joints and the application of paper further serves to make a sheer, strong panel. An increase in the dimensions of the Kumiko only serves to make a heavier, sometimes clumsier feel. The surrounding framework also is quite light in dimensions, usually 1-1/4" by 1-3/4".
The Japanese concept of the Shoji depends on all parts working together, whereas the western idea of a door is to have a massive frame supporting the interior panels.
The western style is to have 2 identical gridworks with the paper sandwiched in the center. This is sometimes prefered for a more finished appearance from the back side.
The grid work or Kumiko is made from slender strips of cedar wood 1/4" by 1/2". Although these look very delicate and easy to break, they become quite strong when they are precision joined with half lap joints and the application of paper further serves to make a sheer, strong panel. An increase in the dimensions of the Kumiko only serves to make a heavier, sometimes clumsier feel. The surrounding framework also is quite light in dimensions, usually 1-1/4" by 1-3/4".
The Japanese concept of the Shoji depends on all parts working together, whereas the western idea of a door is to have a massive frame supporting the interior panels.
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