Custom Bed Frame

Having a typical metal bed frame with wheels, I always felt that the bed was weak and wobbly. I used Sketchup to put together my idea and added dimensions to it.

Step 1: Cutting and Painting

Using my design, I bought 15 straight, clear 2x4 pine and one 4x4 pine boards and cut them to my dimensions. I then got a quart of "whoops" paint at Lowes for $2.50 and painted all but the bottom structure.

Step 2: Assembly

Using 2.5" interior wood screws (I used "zip" screws), I assembled the bed.

Step 3: Final

After assembly and putting the box spring and mattress back in place I found the bed to be very solid and comfortable. I designed it with a ledge 7.5" up from the floor to make it easy to put my feet when lacing my shoes. I'm very satisfied with the design.

Comments

[sonofathena]

Grey, about what did the material run?

[greybruce]

Not sure. Cheap! Several2x4
4x4s for the uprights.

[CptPikachu]

thanks grey for properly loading the 2x4's that actually hold of the bed. That whole bending moment is a thing. People design them so they easily warp and break. Dangerous for any kitties or puppys chilling underbed.

[greybruce]

I agree. Not enough room for my pup under this one but I do like the strength. I tend to err on the side of more support beams than less.

[bcrocker1]

Minimalist... I like it!

[greybruce]

Thanks. After using it for a while, I still like it!