I saw an example of some pre-built dressers that fit in the dead space under the attic eves in the “Cape” book. Since we started our remodel the book was packed away and I went to the book store but nothing was listed for a company that makes these. Anyone out there know where I can order these from?
Freesia
Auburn, California
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I had no IDEA those existed!!! My whole top floor is like that--house is shaped like a barn. I need some too. Ditto the request!
muddyfeet
Hi Muddyfeet. You know I tracked down the architect that did the work in the book, and he said that what he used was the "unfinished" dressers and built them in. I went down to a store and found some GREAT pieces!! Cost me 1/3 the price, and I will just finish the front of the units. I got everything from Alder to Oak Pieces. Dressers to book shelves that I will build right into that dead space.
Look at http://www.qualitycraftusa.com
Good luck!
Thank you so much!!
MF
Why not use a drawer section of a kitchen cabinet? Many cabinet manufacturers make drawer sections in various heights and widths. Most are about 24-inchs deep which would be about the depth of a standard dresser. You will need to insulate the back and sides when adding it to the knee wall. I also agree that the you should look at the roof structure before removing any framing members that may be in the way.
A couple words of caution here.
In many Capes, the kneewall is a structural component. Cutting out short studs in that wall can change the structural aspects of the whole upper prtion of the house.
Ditto with regard to the insulation and vapour barrier package that is a part of the houses design and function. In some capes, the insulation barrier is in that wall, whil e in others it is in the roof.
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