Building A Small Bedroom Closet

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Building a small bedroom closet.

We framed out the closet and ran the electrical wiring. Use grid paper 1 4 scale is common with specific dimensions it will serve as your materials guide as well as your blueprint. In a small space every inch counts and we needed as much space in the closet as possible. I used a warm gray called worldly gray from sherwin williams.

We had to relocate the switch for the bedroom ceiling light and we added a light and switch inside the closet. The first step is to build a closet frame and fasten it to the surrounding walls. Once the room and closet was painted it was time to design and build the shelves for the closet. Even if you don t need a permit you ll need a licensed electrician if you plan to put a light in the closet.

Imo the closet is best on a short wall. Check with your local building department. You need to leave room for a door to open. Clothes need a minimum of 24 interior depth for hanging.

Decide where to locate your closet. I painted the walls of the bedroom and the closet the drywall needs two coats. The most logical place would. A small bedroom closet doesn t really need a light but it didn t cost much to add one.

This can be the most difficult part of the process. Also consider whether windows might be in the way. Next you will trim the door opening and install the door s of your choice. Whether it is a wall or walk in closet will depend on the amount of room available to.

Remove any base or ceiling trim and carpet from. Consider tall shelving built in cabinets cubbies for shoes a tilt.