Title: How to Frame a Wall Cutout | Home Guides | SF Gate
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Content: How to Frame a Wall Cutout | Home Guides | SF Gate
How to Frame a Wall Cutout
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By Karie Lapham Fay
Never be afraid to cut open an interior wall, provided it's a partition wall that doesn't support the load above. It's one of those things that can totally transform your room, and it doesn't require any space. Simply cutting through the wall and tearing it to the size you want won't work, however. Instead, the opening needs a frame, like the border on a painting. Take your time to plan the opening carefully, and follow a few preparatory steps for safety's sake. It's the perfect job for a weekend. 1
Plot the wall cutout location. Tap the wall to find the studs running through the wall vertically. Mark the studs on either side of the desired cutout. Drive a finishing nail through the wall sheathing in several spots, vertically, to verify the stud along the entire length.