Partition Any Living Space to Make a Private Room

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Required Tools for this Project

Have the necessary tools for this DIY project lined up before you start—you’ll save time and frustration.

    • Bar clamps
    • Miter saw
    • Tape measure
    • Belt sander
    • Dust mask
    • Framing square
    • Jigsaw
    • One-handed bar clamps
    • Sanding block
    • Utility knife
    • Table saw
    • Wood glue

You'll also need a dado blade and wallpaper brush.

Required Materials for this Project

Avoid last-minute shopping trips by having all your materials ready ahead of time. Here's a list.

    • See Cutting List for lumber
    • Butt hinges – 3 x 3-in.
    • Stain
    • Wipe-on polyurethane
    • Wallpaper
    • Primer
    • Wallpaper paste

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