When you give yourself one weekend (actually, two half days) to complete your DIY bedroom closet framing, it feels INSANE to see it done!
Yes, call me crazy, but I have such fun getting to be in my element and build, craft, cook, CREATE.
Are you the same?
Either way, consider yourself invited to join me as I tackle the next step in building this bedroom for my son in our new home. Likewise, you can peek at all my Life Updates HERE.
So, as the title says, this bedroom closet building game is on and I’m eager to share.
BUILDING
Here’s the spot that I’ve worked out for a decent sized closet.
Consider yourself special folk when you get to use bedsheets and boxes for walls, just sayin’.
Ain’t no shame in my game! Just livin’ real. woot!
If you recall, I show in my bedroom framing post that I’m storing the lumber for all this under my son’s bed and my sofa. Thankfully, I can say there is no new lumber under there any longer.
Also, before framing the bedroom, I’ve had a bit of experience with framing and plenty with building, so I’m confident in my abilities. {{fingers crossed… haha}}
First, I begin by sitting, sketching, planning, measuring, researching, and shopping. Truthfully, you can’t tackle a project like this on a whim, so preparation is key.
Then, once I had my plans, tools, and supplies, I’m able to start building. Before I start, I need to build in the wall we already assembled to fit the deep wall.
After that, the closet beings from the bottom up. That means anchoring this base plate into my slab foundation using a masonry bit and masonry screws as I show in the video below. You can also see I’m dealing with a sloped surface near the entry since this used to be a porch.
After that, I attach the top plates and work from there.
I mention in my video that I should have lapped these pieces with the longer plate in front of the shorter plate. However, this setup is fine.
Next comes the upright framing with 16″ centers for the studs.
Keep in mind, I have a cased set of bifold louver closet doors I purchased from a 100-year-old home to build to fit.
Take a peek at my video below to see how it all came about.
SHUT THE CLOSET DOOR
Last, but not least, I disassemble the closet door frame and rip it down to fit my build. No need for heavy-duty power tools, just a few basics to get the job done.
When I have the DIY bedroom closet frame installed, I fit the bifold doors to hang properly. Funny thing is… I think the seller gave me two doors from two sets. That means I had to take apart one set and make it fit, but that’s okay.
I’m pleased as punch that everything turned out as I hoped and even better.
While this build isn’t complete yet, it will be as I continue to finish up.
Make sure to give me your thoughts on my question at the end of my video. I’m still debating!
Take a peek at my scrap pile. That’s all that’s left. {{fist pump]]
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LET’S DISH
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Lookin’ good…step by step!
Thank you, Diana.
Those bifold louvered doors look really good! His new bedroom is coming along quite nicely.
Thanks! He’s enjoying coming home to it done and not having to do it himself. haha. 😉
Fortunately for me our house is what I can call complete. At least the living spaces. It took quite a few years but this summer saw the last of the ugly 80’s carpet out and new floors installed. However, this is a ranch house with a basement and that’s where our fun will begin next Spring. That means sorting, organizing and getting rid of too much stuff. In some ways I’m thinking this may be harder since I’m not much of a hoarder but what I do have I’ve previously been unable to let go. Should be interesting.
I totally get it, Barb. Always something!
Great job! It looks amazing. Your son must be excited to see his new room coming together. 🙂
He sure is and I just need him to keep it clean. Not easy! 😀 Thank you, Dale.
Larissa, another great build. Watching you brings such joy to me as I used to build just like you! I completed many many remodeling jobs in my life, with great satisfaction. It’s all a sweet memory now, as I’m much older. Please take care of yourself while doing these heavy projects, wear supports and protective gear…..you will be thankful when you are 75.
Thank you, Karen. So glad it went just as I planned and in my allotted timeframe. I do wear the gear I need and lift weights and train so that this is super easy for me. I’m so thankful I can and am able. And I’m glad to hear you know what all this fun is about! 😀
Nice job! Good to see you moving forward!
woot, woot! Thank you, Clancey. Yes, so glad to be moving forward!
YOU ARE AMAZING. YOU CAN DO ANYTHING, YOU BLOW MY MIND. I ALWAYS HAD MY DAD, SO I NEVER LEARNED. HE LOVED DOING THAT KIND OF STUFF FOR ME. MISS HIM SO. IT’S GREAT THAT YOU ARE SO, FREE AND DON’T HAVE TO DEPEND ON ANY ONE.
YOUR GREAT!!!
And you are so fun, Robin!! Thank you for the giggle. I’ve been doing this sort of thing my whole life and honestly come by it thru genes as well as many carpenters and skilled craftsfolk in my heritage. As a kid I adored watching This Old House and New Yankee Workshop, etc. Plus, I’d sneak into my dad’s workshop and build whenever I could. Never too old to learn!
I am thankful we are past your stage in life, but I enjoy seeing what you get done. You have a lot of nice ideas.
Well… if you recall, I did this on my last home and I enjoy doing this, so this is my kinda fun.
Just keep swimming! Amazing how much you’ve done already.
I will officially have that song in my head. tee hee! Thank you, Rhonda. I’m pleased more than words can express.
Your kids must be so proud of their Mama! I hope you’re proud of their mama too. Great job!
I’m with you on loosing the louvers and inserting panels. No shame in not wanting to paint and dust all those slats..
Some don’t give a lick, and others are all supportive. 😀 Thank you. Yes, doggone excited and thrilled I am able.
I’ve learned I’m done with fussy things 1000% and louvers fall into that category. I think I’m going to wait to take them out until I can work outside and cut, paint, etc.
Thank you for being the first to answer my question, Marie!
Definitely panels. The closet looks great!
I think that’s what I’m gonna do as soon as it’s warm enough outside and my garage is finally up. They build tomorrow!