Building the MicroHouse 2 Loft Module

Review the images in this step to get an overview of what you are building. The first image shows the framing with dimensions. The second image gives you the context for how the modules look when the decking has been added and the modules are set next each other.

Note, the "notch" in the module on the right. It provides the place where people come up the ladder/stairs into the loft.

Cut the 2x4 pieces for the left module. Stack these together as they are cut.

CUT LIST:

6 @ 6' - 9"

2 @ 5' - 11 1/4"

Next, cut the pieces for the frame with the notch, and stack these separately from the pieces from the previous step.

CUT LIST

3 @ 6' - 9"

1 @ 5' - 11 1/4"

3 @ 5' - 7"

1 @ 3' - 5 1/4"

1 @ 3' - 2 1/2"

1 @ 1' - 1/2"

Next, we are creating the "rim joists." Two of these are used for the module w/o the notch, and one is used for the module with the notch.

Gather all three of your 5' - 11 1/4" boards together. Mark all three of them as you see in the image on the left.

ADD PICTURES SHOWING PROPER PROCEDURE FOR LAYOUT WITH A SPEED SQUARE AND TAPE MEASURE.

Put one of these back with the stack of pieces for the notched module. Keep the other two available for the next step.