How Do You Make A Corner Into A Closet?
If you really need more closet storage and are willing to give up some floor space to get it, a corner closet is often the best option. All it takes is framing up a wall or two, finishing it with drywall and adding a door. A square or rectangular closet requires two walls, while an angular design needs only one. The disadvantage of an angular closet is that, while it occupies less room area than a square-cornered design, it yields a lot less closet space, particularly for hanging clothes. Because the walls of a corner closet are non load bearing, you can build them with a basic 2 x 4 frame. You can also use steel studs, although wood framing is better than steel for anchoring shelves and hardware. Be sure to buy your closet’s door before you begin building, so you’ll know exactly what size to make the rough door opening. Step 1 Locate and mark the wall studs and ceiling joists in the project area, using a stud finder. Plan the closet size and configuration so that the wall frames can b
