Interior construction does not have to disrupt daily operations. Yet anyone who has walked into a building mid-renovation knows how quickly noise, dust, and visual clutter can create an unpleasant experience. In hospitals, airports, hotels, and occupied commercial buildings, those disruptions can also create safety and compliance concerns.

Temporary containment walls provide a proven solution. These systems create a physical barrier between construction activity and occupied areas, helping control dust, reduce noise, and maintain a professional appearance throughout the project. At Imperial Privacy Systems, we manufacture Rapid Room™, a reusable temporary wall system designed specifically for indoor construction containment in active facilities.

Why Temporary Containment Walls Are in High Demand

Over the past decade, temporary containment walls have become a standard best practice for indoor renovation projects. Facilities that must remain open during construction increasingly rely on modular containment systems instead of drywall or plastic barriers.

Temporary containment walls are commonly used in:

• Hospitals and healthcare facilities

• Data centers and technology environments

• Airports and transportation hubs

• Retail and commercial spaces

• Hotels and hospitality properties

These environments require more than basic separation. They demand dust control, sound reduction, infection control support, and a clean public-facing appearance without slowing down the construction schedule.

What Is Rapid Room™ by Imperial Privacy Systems?

Rapid Room™ is Imperial Privacy Systems’ engineered temporary wall system built for indoor construction containment. It is designed to be durable, reusable, and easy to install while maintaining a clean, finished appearance in occupied spaces.

Rapid Room™ panels feature:

• A lightweight powder coated aluminum frame
  

• Adjustable height panels to adapt to any ceiling between 6'10" - 10'8"
  
  
• A patent-pending corner hinge that rotates from 90 - 20 degrees
  
  

• An optional sound attenuating core material

• Non-corrosive aluminum panel surfaces on both sides of the wall

By eliminating large steel surfaces, Rapid Room™ avoids corrosion risks and is well suited for healthcare, humid environments, and long-term interior use. The panel construction provides a tight seal to help contain dust and debris while offering better sound reduction than plastic barriers.

Learn more about the system here:
https://www.imperialprivacy.com/products/rapid-room-temporary-wall-system

Negative Air and ICRA Support

In sensitive environments such as hospitals, temporary containment walls are often paired with negative air systems. Once a Rapid Room™ Negative Air Panel is installed, contractors can connect HEPA-filtered negative air machine and monitor the air pressure with the built-in negative air pressure monitor.

This approach ensures air flows into the contained workspace rather than out into occupied areas. HEPA filtration captures airborne particles before air exits the enclosure, supporting compliance with ICRA requirements. Rapid Room™ is designed to integrate smoothly into these containment setups, making it well suited for healthcare construction projects.

Limitations of Traditional Containment Methods

Drywall Containment

Drywall requires framing, cutting, sanding, and demolition. These steps are time-consuming and generate dust, which works against infection control goals. For temporary construction projects, drywall often adds unnecessary labor, cleanup, and cost.

Plastic Barriers

Plastic sheeting is inexpensive and quick to install, but it offers minimal sound reduction, limited durability, and little protection from accidental impacts. In public or clinical settings, this can create safety concerns and a poor visual impression.

Disposable Panel Systems

Single-use rigid panels provide more stability than plastic but cannot be reused. Over time, replacement costs and material waste add up.

Key Benefits of Rapid Room™ Temporary Wall Systems

Safety and Compliance

Rapid Room™ panels are available to meet ASTM E84 Class A flame and smoke ratings, supporting fire and life safety requirements for interior construction. When paired with negative air systems, Rapid Room™ helps support ICRA Class IV and V containment in healthcare environments.

Fast Installation and Easy Adjustments

Rapid Room™ installs in hours rather than days. Panels can be reconfigured quickly if project scopes change, and accessories such as doors or viewing windows can be added without demolition or downtime.

Reduced Noise, Dust, and Disruption

The EPS foam-core of the Rapid Room 2500 construction helps limit sound transmission while maintaining an effective seal to contain dust and debris. This allows facilities to remain operational and presentable during construction.

Sustainability and Waste Reduction

Because Rapid Room™ is reusable, it eliminates the waste associated with drywall, studs, and disposable containment materials. This supports sustainability initiatives while reducing cleanup and disposal costs.

Clean, Professional Appearance

The aluminum panel finish provides an all-white polished, architectural look that blends well into occupied environments. This is especially important in hospitals, hotels, and retail spaces where patient and guest experience matters.

Why Facilities Choose Imperial Privacy Systems

Imperial Privacy Systems designs and manufactures Rapid Room™ with real-world construction challenges in mind. Our temporary containment wall systems are engineered to perform in demanding indoor environments while maintaining safety, compliance, and flexibility.

For phased renovations, active healthcare construction, or any project where operations must continue, Rapid Room™ offers a practical alternative to drywall and plastic containment.

Conclusion

Temporary containment walls have become essential for indoor construction in occupied buildings. Rapid Room™ by Imperial Privacy Systems delivers a purpose-built solution that helps control dust, reduce noise, support infection control protocols, and maintain a professional appearance throughout the project.

For contractors and facilities seeking a cleaner, faster, and more reliable containment solution, Rapid Room™ sets the standard.