How to Block a Doorway and Turn It Into a Solid Wall
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JohnHW on Nov 28, 2018
The horizontal boards have no real structural value other than to keep the sheetrock stiff. If you want to use the other side for storage, picture shelves, etc. I would suggest that you use 1 x (w) x (L) pine, oak, etc instead of 2 x (w) x (L) . Also make sure that your new studs are as light (color) and clean as you can find them. Finally get a very thin sheet, 1/8" to 1/4" of pine, oak, etc. Cut it to fit the opening between shelves. Using Liquid Nail or similar product, glue the thin boards to the sheet rock between the shelves or place this board full length, trimmed to fit inside the studs, onto the sheetrock as it is installed. This will allow for necessary sheetrock stiffness and not require shelves to installed until later. With this method you will not have to worry about covering up the seams as with the cutting the board. After shelf installation stain or paint and you have a good looking area to display standing pictures, whatnots, etc. If you want to place anything on the back wall use Velcro tape.
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From Evija with Love on Nov 28, 2018
Hi we covered the other side in the same manner as we are extending our kitchen and changing the layout thank you
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