If you're looking to add another bedroom but don't want to build on a true addition to the home, then this article will help you turn that garage into a livable space in no time with very few materials needed.
Things You Will Need
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Lock the garage door.
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Screw garage door closed with drill from interior. Screw through the lip on the side of the door into the studs that frame the door.
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Measure the dimensions of the door frame and build a stud wall on the ground to match these dimensions using the 2-by-4 lumber, screws and drill. When placing the studs, space them 16 inches apart from one another.
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Cover one side of the constructed stud wall with vapor barrier using the staple gun and lift the wall off of the floor into the recess of the door opening.
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Screw the base plate to the concrete below using the concrete anchors.
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Screw the stud wall frame to the door frame in the same manner that the door was closed with.
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Caulk between the stud wall and door frame as well as base plate and concrete to ensure a tight seal.
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Insulate the stud wall with R13 by cutting the insulation to fit in between the studs and stapling into place.
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The wall is now ready for finishing with sheet rock, plaster, paneling or whatever you desire.
The Drip Cap
- If you are like most people, you can never have enough room.
- If you're looking to add another bedroom but don't want to build on a true addition to the home, then this article will help you turn that garage into a livable space in no time with very few materials needed.
- Caulk between the stud wall and door frame as well as base plate and concrete to ensure a tight seal.