On Monday, we shared with you the bedframe we recently built.
We’re pretty ecstatic that we’ve slept on it for a week without falling through. So ecstatic that we’re going to share with you how we built it!
We're also going to get fancy pants blogger on you. SketchUps and real life photos. Be prepared to be amazed.
Start by putting together the front and back of the frame using pocket hole screws. Nate is a big fan of our $20 Kreg jig.
Attach the sides to the front and back sections with pocket hole screws. Clamps help to position the boards correctly.
Attach the corner supports at the bottom of each 2x6, first in the front corner, then the opposite corner as this will help square the bed frame.
Attach the side supports so the top of the board is 2" from the top. Wood glue will help secure the board.
Attach the center support leg to the center support in the middle of the board with a couple of pocket hold screws. This is only recommended for a King size bed. It wouldn’t hurt with a Queen. The center support leg isn’t needed for a Twin.
Attach the center support in the middle of the front and back boards, so the bottom of the support lines up with the bottom of the 2x6.
Attach the first support slat at the top, flush with the top 2x6. Then attach each slat 4" from the previous one. You should end with the last slat against the bottom 2x6.
Check it out! You’ve built a bedframe. Unfortunately, it’s not quite nap time. Man, I love nap time. I want to make nap time a requirement in the world. I digress...
Inform the dog that the bed will not permanently reside in front of the window for his barking/viewing pleasure.
Attach your bedframe to your headboard (may we recommend our DIY Window headboard). We used a couple large screws and L-brackets to attach ours.
Use wood filler to close up any gaps in the joints. Sand. Paint. (I did two coats prior to assembling and 1 coat after because Nate has disgusting, slimy hands. I tried not to complain. But seriously.)
Throw on your pretty comforter and enjoy your hard work!
Any questions? Who wants tips on how to con their husband into building them things? Who wants a nap? Yeah, me too...
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This post couldn't have come at a better time! I just had a less than successful attempt at making a king size bed frame, after my husband made a REALLY stupid ugly one that we had been sleeping on for 6 months, I will definitely us this plan now! I love it!
ReplyDeleteSweet diagrams and everything! You are on a roll!! Um, I strongly suggest an entire blog series on how to con your husband into building them things :)
ReplyDeleteAlthough this normally isn't the style I go for (I'm more of a traditional girl), I LOVE this! Looks great, if I don't build one for my bed, I'll probably do the twin size for my son. Also, the mix of Sketch-up and real pics is super helpful. Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteOoo, oo, I would like tips on how to con my husband into building things! But I wonder if he'd be less included to switch up to a King if I told him he had to *make* the bedframe first...
ReplyDeleteWhy don't YOU build it with a friend if you need help
DeleteI did buying myself a sander, drill, electric saw... I have learn and am now the creator of many nice projects. They are MY tools :)
I think my husband would do this. I'd love to build an upholstered headboard and then get him to make this bedframe for it. That's many moons in the future, but a girl can dream. Maybe I do need your tips?
ReplyDeleteThis is so awesome- I wish I could convince my husband to do something like this!! BTW- I've nominated you for a Versatile Blogger award- head on over to my latest blog post and check out the details :)
ReplyDeleteLook it you with your fancy SketchUps and real life photos. You shouldn't be surprised that you haven't fallen through-- you have like 5,000 slats to hold you up. We had to add slats to our bed frame because it only came with 3. 3! Further proof that JC Penney wants me dead.
ReplyDeleteI love your comment about jcp. too funny
DeleteYes, please write a post on how to convince your husband to build things. I need help in this areal. Lots of help.
ReplyDeleteI'm still really digging this bedframe. That is to say, I still love/covet it. And naps rule!
ReplyDeleteI may or may not be forwarding the link to this post along to the fiance.
ReplyDeleteSince our mattress is STILL on the floor.
Besides, he complained that the old (broken - sad!) bedframe didn't have enough center support - whereas this one has supports all over the place ;)
It really looks great, though. I love the frame and headboard together!
If you build it, we will come.-JK Great bed frame, the whole bed is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteDude, I need this so bad. Our bed is (ahem) sitting on the floor. As in, no frame. Zip zero nada. I never found one I loved, we were going to make one, blah blah blah. Maybe when the kitchen is done?? Or Nate could make one for us. He's kinda got this figured out now, right?
ReplyDeletehaha we should start a blog about how to con husbands into things. There are a few experts around here. ;) Your bedframe is awesome. If you build me one of those, I will build you an ampersand...?
ReplyDeleteGreat instructions! I'm impressed. I definitely think the next post should be a how to about getting husbands to do things! All mine wants to do is sit in his recliner, lol. ;)
ReplyDeleteNICE! Excellent tutorial. Thanks for the cut lists too, very thoughtful of you. You made it look pretty simple. Thankfully, I think we have plenty of beds around here so I won't be conned into building one myself anytime soon. ;)
ReplyDeleteFantastic tutorial!! This must have taken you a while to do, thank you for sharing it!! Awesome stuff!!!
ReplyDeleteCould you give me the cut list for a full size Please? Thank you:)Kelli
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ReplyDeleteDo you have measurements for a full size??
ReplyDeleteDo you have measurements for a double sized bed? :)
ReplyDeleteThis turned out beautifully! Are the king dimensions you provided for a cal king or eastern king? Thanks! :)
ReplyDeletewhat about that headboard? where is that from?
ReplyDeleteHi, can you tell me if you used a box spring and a mattress or mattress? Thanks! I absolutely LOVE your house and show it to everyone as my inspiration! :)
ReplyDeleteI love this project! It's beautiful! I need to make this. Where did you get the wood for your cut list?
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