Under Stair Storage


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Old 05-27-23, 02:49 PM
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Under Stair Storage

I want to add an opening under my stairs for storage. Can I cut this stud without
compromising the landing?



 
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Old 05-27-23, 03:09 PM
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Yes, but if you do, you would likely want to double the existing stud on its right.
 
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Old 05-27-23, 03:15 PM
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Ok that will be easy to do. Should I double both sides and put in a header?
 
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Old 05-27-23, 03:21 PM
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Your landing has a rim on top of the top plate which is sufficient for 9 sq ft. If it's easy to double that rim you could do that, but its not necessary. And it only needs an additional stud on the left if there is also a ledger in back like there is in front. Hard to tell from the distant image.
 
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Appreciate the advice
 
 

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