A knee wall is a short knee height plumb wall that separates the living space from the attic behind it.
Knee wall storage.
In most cases a knee wall is not a load bearing partition.
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Wasted space behind your walls.
If it is you can still build in a chest of drawers but you ll first have to install a double 2x6 header and pair of trimmer studs to support the rafters over the opening.
Now some of you might be wondering what a knee wall is.
Framing members making installation simple.
Jan 14 2017 explore alan leidy s board knee wall storage on pinterest.
They are great for storage craft rooms man caves and more.
Our angled top cabinets are designed to fit under a standard 45 roof frame.
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How to use knee walls for storage.
If you re not sure if a knee wall is load bearing you should consult a licensed contractor or structural engineer.
You just recess the dresser into a knee wall of a room and voila.
Building a knee wall dresser is a great way of making use of these awkward areas in your house when you re looking for extra storage space.
Look through knee wall storage photos in different colors and styles and when you find some knee.
You have a full sized storage space.