Partition Wall

by DoItYourself Staff

A partition wall is often used in home remodeling to accomplish a change in the shape of the floor plan so it will not have an impact on the structural integrity of the building. Because a partition wall offers no support, you must be sure that you are not removing any structural walls before beginning your project.

Adding Storage by Building a Partition Wall

It is easy to add a closet to an otherwise unused corner of a room by putting up a partition wall. Follow the steps below and soon you will have extra storage space.

Decide the length and width of the closet.
Frame in a partition wall with an opening for a bi-fold door.
Install and finish sheet rock and prepare it for primer and paint.
Prime and paint the new surfaces.
Install shelving or hanging rods as desired for your type of storage.
Install a bi-fold door.

You are now ready to fill the closet with whatever you chose to store. A partition wall is easy to build and does not require extra reinforcement because it offers no structural support.