Step 6: Build and attach legs
Turn the bed over, so that it is slats-down. Place a piece of 1x4 scrap in the inside corner of the 2x4 frame. Insert a leg, butting it to the 1x4, and attach it with (2) screws per 1x4, on the diagonal. Look at the photo. Remove the scrap, move it to the next corner, and repeat. The gap provided by the scrap helps to prevent squeaks.
Pay attention to the orientation of the legs, because in cross section one side is longer than the other. Structurally, it doesn't matter, but if you take the time to make a symmetrical layout, it will look better.
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Other than that the project went together like a dream. I liked it so much I am making one for me tomorrow. My cost for the queen size was $72.50. I had the screws already but Home Depot only had #2 wood so wee bit more expensive. The boys at home depot made all the cuts for me for free because they were dying of boredom. Great beginner project, even for us single women out there. Thanks a ton for these fabulous plans.
I am so happy to find these plans, though. It is exactly what I am looking for!
Have a helper hold the boards for you, or use two small clamps to keep them aligned. I may have an easier time with things like this because I have big hands.
To prevent the splitting, try predrilling for the screws, just like you did on the 2x4s.
Let me know if you still have problems.
I'll following your advice, fellow Montanan!
But like I said -all told I'm quite happy with the bed. Many thanks for sharing!
I just have a quick question (if you are still around) about attaching the legs: Your instructions say "and attach it with (2) screws per 1x4, on the diagonal". When you say on the diagonal, do you just mean the pattern - one screw above and to the right/left of the other? Or do you mean screw the screws in diagonally?
I added a bed-skirt to make it look more finished. Even with the slats the bed-skirt works just fine.
Thanks so much aeray!
Would the one long 2x4 down the middle be your best suggestion? Or would this second suggestion by OceanBlue (which doesn't make sense to me in this language) be more appropriate?
Thanks