Thanks! I’d like to use poplar, and there isn’t any 2-by poplar stock at my local home centers. This is one of the best tutorials on building a bed! Measure and drill the holes for the bolts 3 ¼ inches down from the top edge and 1 ½ inches on the overhang side.
How much space is there between the bottom of the bed and the floor? the queen bed frame is 63″ wide to have 3″ extra, the king bed frame would be 79″ wide to have 3″ extra as well. So glad I’ve found such awesome instructions here. it goes so well in the room, and looks super comfortable. I ran into your issue with the headboard, too… I was one board shirt, but could only fit a 1×3 at the bottom, instead of a 1×4. Oops! Home Depot cut it to 4’x5′ first, then to 3″x5′ slats for us. I have a carved room divider that I put up flat against the wall as a headboard behind my current bed. I don’t know if I’m over thinking it or what but I’m terrified of spending a lot of money on lumber and making measurement errors that leave us with lumber we can’t use…especially with a baby! And they’re the cheapest around here! Thanks for sharing! In the same way that you did the side legs, attach the front and back legs. However, I’m confused about one thing. Plywood slats and spacers: (14) 3″ wide x 5′ long. Slat supports: (2) 2×2 @ 6’3, cut from (2) 2×2 @ 8′, save the extra to use for stringer supports. so happy for you!
so odd! There is a Facebook group called: “Inclined Bed Therapy Group”. Thank you.
2 x 6 headboard is 4 foot plus 8 inches = 56 inch plus nominal 4 x 4 posts are actual 3.5 each = 7 inches. I was wondering if I could get the download for this? Enjoying putting this together, as well as all the great questions from everyone! You can also buy them, these two are both great : a beeswax furniture polish, and a butcher block wood conditioner.
Nice new room, Thank you much! This one makes a storage platform bed. I do have a question for you. This is awesome! I’ve looked through your plans, and I didn’t see anywhere in them that you say what size bed your material list is for. The holes should be in the center of the 2- x 4-inch frame assembly. Love the bedrame and headboard, thank you for sharing your design! Does the supply list include the wood needed for the head board or just the bed frame? We used PureBond 1/2″ thick plywood which is a great quality, formaldehyde-free plywood. The key here is to measure carefully so the bed slats are just 1/4″ below the top of the 2×6 side rails. We filled the drill holes with JB Weld wood putty and redid it. DIY Live Edge Wood Platform Bed from The Merrythought. 5. Firstly, I can’t imagine how a half empty air mattress could possibly spark joy! Also, instead of using wood, we bought 2×4 joists to attach the stringers. For the headboard you actually need TEN 1×4’s.
LOL So then did that mean that there was a lack of joy during the time you slept on the floor?
hi chelsea, thank you so much for sharing!! . One weekend, $100, and a few simple tools most beginning DIY enthusiasts have! Makes things so easy. ), 5 Minute Beautiful Leaf Prints Art (& 3 Secret Tips! Thank you for the amazing plans and the joy you brought to my new home. See image above. Look up local lumberyard, they usually carry more varieties than hardware stores!
Kind of excited to give this a try. , 4×4 posts: (2) 4×4 @ 1’2″ L, (2) 4×4 @ 4’6″ L {NOTE: the plans show these two posts on the headboard at 4’5″, but an extra inch gives more flexibility when you layout the headboard} , cut from (1) 4×4 @ 12′.
You can google: “The Torr inclined bed frame” to get a better understanding of what I’m trying to build. This beautiful platform bed features a slatted headboard, a wood frame with center support, and stylish legs. ), how to build a simple wood bed frame that is easy to disassemble when moving, the best natural finishes for your wood bed frame and headboard. We can honestly say that when things are made with love and care, they radiate joy into your living spaces. hi Eliese, thank you SO much for sharing your experience! Set a 2×6 rail ( or use a smaller scrap piece of 2×6 ) on a foot-board post, the top of the rail should be flush with the top of the post. Before you start, please check out this detailed guide on where to find and how to work with pallets! happy building! More about wood movement in the DIY headboard tutorial here. Our bed, mattress and pillows bring smiles to us each day. We used Douglas Fir for our DIY wood bed posts and rails. It's a classic design that would look great in any style of home. however, being joyful does not mean everything will stay just the same – it actually make us want to create and refresh things. This stunning mid-century modern platform bed will demand a little more of your time and skills than some of the other plans, but you'll be very happy with the results. hi sam! If you have trouble, loosen the screw on the “claw” brackets a little. The wood is very stiff and strong. I’m not sure if this is standard. =). You guys did an amazing job! i also added a note for people to check out your comment for more helpful tips! It goes so well in the room and looks beautiful! kiwiandpeach. The directions are very specific and that really makes the whole project so easy! choose quality screws with good shear strength when you compare similar size screws! . Wish I could post pictures on here but not too sure if that’s possible! and good luck with your move!! Create the Frame
We cut one of them into smaller spacers later. What are your thoughts on this? After the brackets are hooked together, tighten the screws so the bed is sturdy and solid. Would you be able to share the materials with wiemeasurements for the king size bed? If you want to paint or stain the wood, now is a good time. When I shared my DIY bed frame idea with our dream mattress company Sleep On Latex, they generously sent us some amazing gifts to support our DIY project : a heavenly mattress made of 100% natural latex foam, certified organic cotton and organic New Zealand Wool!
hi sara, the mattress doesn’t move at all! I’m planning to build one for my father who suffers from GERD/hiatal hernia/acid reflux. there’s isn’t a pdf as of now!
. Super inspiring!! The 2x4s just slide sideways into the slots. ?… Would be a good memory for you both. An example about hardwood vs softwood: Doug Fir is a softwood that is super strong, while Basswood, a hardwood, is super soft and has poor screw holding characteristics. it’s a good idea test on some scraps cut from the headboard! They also just have 5/4×4 boards so would it be possible to use those instead of 2x4s? For example: to build a king size bed frame, just add 16 inches to the length of all the horizontal components: the 1x4s, 2×4 and 2×6 on the headboard, the bed slats, and the 2×6 on the headboard. Just recently finished building ours, switching it up a bit with our headboard. hi Amanda! I signed up for your emails, but I feel like I’m just going in a circle looking for the graphics. Sand everything smooth and wipe it down to get rid of the sawdust. This important step is not difficult, but it requires patience and accuracy. I have tried the math a couple times but I am fairly sure I am doing it wrong. My passion is to create happy nature inspired homes and beautiful abundant gardens. I love, love, LOVE DIY projects… I would love to give this headboard a try, it’s simple and beautiful!
Tip: Now is a good time to transition the construction to a larger workspace, or place it on the ground, if the area or surface you’re utilizing isn’t large enough.
I’ve been looking for bed ideas for about 3 years and never came across yous until now.
There are big, deep drawers on three sides of the bed, giving you so much room you could even skip having a dresser. I am not sure that this is the right size for her room, but this looks great, maybe I can make some modifications. our life was full of joy when we slept on the floor, it was liberating to have very little stuff! Thanks for your help and your beautiful oh so inspiring website. 3-Step Platform Bed Plan from Vintage Revivals. yes that will work, although you can slide the twin mattress diagonally a bit and since a full frame is much wider, you should have no problem . We made one for ourselves (with a slightly different twist on the headboard) and we LOVE it!! I cannot figure out how to get the graphics that you used on the box with the oranges. just make sure they don’t stick outside the footboard or headboard.:). . . Really love the simplicity of the design. This happened to us once. . . ", Step 2: I ask because I’d like to confirm before I start assembling everything together. hi janet, here you go, enjoy1 https://www.apieceofrainbow.com/creative-fun/. How can those who have followed your tutorial share photos of the final product? Thank you so much for sharing!! The plans given are for the outer dimensions of the bed to match the matress, what you will want is for the inner dimensions of the bed to match the matress size. DIY Christmas Candles: 3 Easy Decorations! Keep checking to make sure everything is lined up accurately in all dimensions: height, width, and depth. Consistency is more important than numbers! My wife & I are about to move so I’m grateful this design allows me to break it up into 4 pieces (plus the supports). Thank you! hi! As coolly at you it turned out. You can now cover each hole with a pocket hole plug. Which means a rocky and squeaky bed frame!
I don’t see any problem with the headboard, but with the bed frame itself, I would worry that the joints to the 4×4 posts would fail if any significant weight were applied. Thanks so much, hoping to make our frame within the coming weeks!!! This bed was a kick in the pants fun time for me. hi eric, thank you for the suggestion!