The goal is to end up with a plain box with four flat, smooth sides. Next, determine how much clearance space is behind the knee wall. I was able to climb through a small access door and measure the distance from the back of the drywall to the rafters. Extend a measuring tape through the hole and measure the distance between the rafter and drywall. If the saw blade does not cut all the way through, finish the job with a handsaw.
Test fit the two top drawers.
If they don't slide all the way in, trim them with a handsaw. If the chest is unfinished, brush on a coat of paint, stain or varnish. This is necessary even though most of the chest will be recessed into the wall. The finish will protect the wood from prolonged exposure to excessive moisture and heat. Privacy policy .