Free-Standing Wall

Daniel and I have turned the master bedroom of our rented house into two offices. Since he is VERY easily interrupted, we are constructing a free-standing wall to make the work spaces more private.  The only thing that worries us is the added weight to this 100+ year old second story floor. We got permission from the landlady and finally agreed on the layout, so now we get to have fun building!

Here is our new revised floor plan, with the new wall outline drawn through the room:

Floor Plan with Wall

We set out to get 7' 2x4's for the framing, plus a window and a door from ReStore.

New Privacy Window (Well, new to us!)

And the framing begins!

 The next step will be to secure the framing. Then we'll add drywall and insert the window and the door into the framing.  We're avoiding using drywall putty, so there will be a rough edge or two, but I can't wait to paint the wall something crazy and fun!  Come back in a couple days to see pictures of the finished wall. Can't wait!