How Do You Build A Broom Closet?
When you have a hard time finding the right place to store your broom, build a broom closet to hide your floor cleaning tools. A broom closet doesn’t have to occupy a large amount of space, so building one in a convenient corner or off of an inconspicuous wall is a space-saving solution for your cleaning supplies. Measure a 2-foot-by-2-foot area–smaller or larger–to accommodate your broom and other floor cleaning tools. Cut 2-by-4-inch wood pieces to outline the base of the broom closet’s walls and leave a 26 ¼-inch gap for the door–24 inches for the door and 2 ¼ inches for the door framing. Pre-drill screw holes into the framing base and the floor, and screw them to the floor. Use the compound miter saw to cut 2-by-4-inch wood pieces to frame the top of the broom closet on the ceiling. Use the same measurements as the base plate. Screw or nail them to the ceiling joists for extra support. Cut 2-by-4-inch wood studs to make the wall studs for the closet. Measure the length between t
