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Content: How to Cut Out Half of a Wall | Home Guides | SF Gate
How to Cut Out Half of a Wall
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By Karie Lapham Fay
When it comes to reinventing your home, one of the simplest changes you can make is to cut out half of a wall and cap the exposed end. Older homes, especially, often feature almost a maze of rooms connected to either each other or running off a hallway. Modern homes, in contrast, seek to connect rooms spatially and visually. Not only does removing half of a wall accomplish this, but it makes the whole house appear larger from inside. It's almost like having a brand new home, once you're finished. 1
Verify that the wall is not load-bearing before beginning. If the wall runs directly above a floor joist, or parallel to and within 2 or 3 feet, suspect a load-bearing wall. A doubled top wall plate or a door header made from wood wider than a two-by-four are other clues. Consult a professional for further information. 2
Pull furniture back away from the wall, leaving plenty of work space on both sides of the wall.