(Re)Building a bed foundation

The box-spring on my bed broke, causing sagging and creaking. Here's how I built a new one!

Step 1 Materials

In retrospect, this was over-built. I'll tell you what I did, and later I'll clue you in as to what I could have done better.

Hardware:
- Circular Saw (All cuts are cross-cuts, so other saw types will work
- Hammer (Disassembly and frustration venting)
- Electric Drill
- Drill bit (approx 3/32")
- Countersink Drill Bit (to match screws)
- Staple Gun

Software:
- 2x6x12 (2 qty)
- 1x4x8 (12 qty)
- 2x4x8 (1 qty)
- 2" Wood screws (1 box)
- 3/8" staples

Comments

[kill-a-watt]

this is akin to a box-spring, like an icebox is akin to a refrigerator.

That being said, I had the same issue as you and pretty much came to the exact same solution. It served me well until moving day.

My new platform is made of plywood and 2x4s. Absolutely no loss of comfort and plenty of storage space underneath.

[APHawkes]

I am NOT looking forward to moving with this thing. I joked with the wife that it was now "part of the house" and would not be put on the truck. We'll see.

Forgive me for a terminology mistake, but what is this then if not a box spring?That's what the salesman called my old piece-of-crap, so I assumed that was an accurate name for my piece-of-crap as well! :-)

I'd like to hear how your platform (is this more accurate?) was constructed. I'm guessing it's something similar with 2x4 rails and plywood top instead of slats. Anything you could share would be great in case there's a "next time" I have a similar project.

[kill-a-watt]

"mattress pad" because there are not any springs in it. I sure as heck paid a lot for mine. It's just a cloth covered flimsy box made from wood.

My salesman did not correct my terminology during the sale for obvious reasons.

I also call the 'fridge an icebox on occasion...

[weirdalyanksyou1]

how much did it all cost for the materials?

[APHawkes]

I don't have an exact number to give, unfortunately.The lumber was bought specifically for this task, while other things (staples, screws) were leftovers from other projects. The 1x4's were a couple bucks a piece, the 2x6x12's were about 8 bucks each, the 2x4 was about 3 bucks. So, that's about $43 dollars for the wood. You can definitely price this out with your local hardware supplier. The materials are very common and should be easy to source.

I'll be sure to keep the receipts for the next instructable. Thanks for the question!

[I can build it instead]

Ah, Dude'
You just showed EVERYONE your wrinkles.... :D

This reminds me of the 'Kid Proof' bunkbed frame I made years ago for my daughters.
They could not even make it wiggle, until we moved and I had to cut it in half to make twin beds. Then I had to use 1/2" rod for pins when we needed bunks again.

Good Job, I like solid frames.
Jon

[tinker234]

wow my sister bed broke i might make her one of these hey overbuliding is good