1 Sheet of Plywood Collapsible Platform *Free Plans
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ก.ย. 2024
- I thought it would be a fun design challenge to use only one 4’x8’ sheet of plywood and still have everything I wanted in an SUV bed. It certainly is not the easiest build but it just might be the most satisfying. The bed expands and collapses and with the folding headrest the platform is 6 feet long. The table slides out for easy meal prep and the whole thing is super easy to take in and out of the car. We’ve already taken it on a few road trips and it’s proven a great way to sleep in the SUV.
This particular build is for a 2014 Honda CRV. Check out the .pdf for all measurements.
INSTRUCTIONAL .PDF WITH MEASURMENTS
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Probably the most unique sleeping system on TH-cam. The fact you used one sheet of plywood is impressive.
Thanks Ed! Plywood is expensive these days. I figured why not give it a shot.
@@MattTheDesigner It's very cool, the simplest solutions are the cleanest looking and by far the best. Tiny note on pocket screws, they are useful when you don't have access to other side, but if you do, the other way is stronger.
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There’s never been a time like this in history. Pretty cool.
My partner and I wanted to build a bed for our 2016 CRV. We needed my dads help because he’s handy. He wasn’t really keen on the idea but he came across your video and he was hooked. He printed your plans, brought them to Home Depot and was really committed. We plan to use it this weekend for the first time, just waiting for our trifold mattress to arrive. Thanks again!
Cool! Post it somewhere when you’re done at let me know.
Cool! Post it somewhere when you’re done at let me know.
Oh man that's so cool! Hope that it works out as well as the one in the video. Have an awesome weekend!!!
Two years later and am just finding this gem! I am a one handed builder so I’m having to make a lot of adaptations in the build process and loads of mistakes but this was the first plan/video that actually seemed obtainable. Thanks so much!
Hey Michael, that's awesome....do you have your own you tube channel? If not then maybe you should......One Handed Builder would be a great name for it :)
You gave us a FREE PDF FOR IT, I love you!
This is THE BEST DESIGN EVER 👏👏👏👏👏
Congrats, you managed to show this good solution in a short, no boring video.
Dude, thanks so much for this!!! Just built one for my 2005 CRV with some minor changes. Used your 2nd build's base and then fitted some runners for the tabletop and covered the whole thing in interior trim, less glue, no pocket screws and hides the screws, then secured with 2 location pins. Stoked!
Sweet! I was hoping people would take my ideas and make it their own. Thanks for sharing.
What height did you need for the legs to clear the rear seats? I sort of thought about 36cm for my 05 Cr-v.
Also the front and back legs can be the same height right? As the floor is flat
Do you have some pics?
Im trying to find a build to fit for my 2009 Honda CRV.
@@bnosluoc4830 sorry, just saw this now. I used an extra sheet and made legs the same length as base section, i.e. created a box for storage, so no open sides and opted with either 400mm/450mm in order to clear the back seat when folded/use the folded back seats as support for the middle section. The headrest section folded out with piano hinge and I can set it to lean up against front seats, like a day bed, or lie flat for when sleeping, without building any additional supports.
@@silkefletcher1822 i do but not sure how to share on here 🙅♀🙈😄.
This is so awesome! just started doing some research because my daughter has agreed to help me build out my SUV for camping...she's my "handy-woman". She will be so excited that I found this awesome build! Thank you!!!
M J Rodriguez glad I could help!
I absolutely love how you research TH-cam videos to find out how to do things!!! I do too. And giving the links to the videos you used is extremely helpful! Thanks!
I followed along with your instructions and video. It is a great design and very simple. The fact that it is in two sections cuts down on the hassle of loading and unloading it.
I was stuck for so long trying to think how I'd like to build a sleeper platform for my Jeep. Following your idea allowed me to get it done and now I'm happy to have an ideal platform for trips
That’s great! I’m glad it worked out for you.
Outstanding design. Awesome video! You are brilliant.
This is by far the best one I've found for my Toy Highlander SUV. Thanks a bunch.
No problem Napasak! It was lots of fun to make.
Does it feel level in the Highlander or did you need to modify it?
@@Robocalypse0101, no, it's not level for my 2013. It's incline higher at the second row seats when folded down. I simply take them off and have so much more space for stuffs.
I’ve been looking for something like this for months! Thank you so much. Might make some adjustments but overall will follow what you did. Thanks again
You’re funny Brother, “I didn’t know how to but I watched a bunch of TH-cam videos” … and here I am watching you!….thanks for your efforts, my college daughter is ecstatic with her new build…thanks to you 🙏🏻
TH-cam has all the answers! Glad I could help y’all out!
Great design and appropriate plugs for resources. I especially like the ramp and wedge.
Glad you like it!
I didn't even take the time to look at a second video of yours. After this one, I immediately subscribed to your channel. Can't wait to try this in my Toyota Highlander AWD SUV. Thanks Matt. I'll be checking out your other videos too.
It’s awesome how you credited your sources! 🙌
This was inspiring in an unintentional way. This guy is so handy and can do so much and then has to look up how to install a car battery. He really is just a normal guy doing his thing and learning. He doesn't know everything but he is teaching the things he does know.
Also he palmed a battery. Even if it is a 24 series, that is some good grip strength.
Palmed a battery! 🤣 thanks for stopping by.
this is an incredibly underappreciated and rare skill these days, to be able to teach one's self something. there is information for everything you could ever want to know on the internet in various formats, text/audio/video, explained at all different skill levels; there is really no excuse for ignorance. but most would rather watch 60 second or shorter videos about conspiracy theories and end of the world politics and celebrities wearing less every year (with the notable exception of 2010 lady gaga wore meat)
Holy moly! I’ve been looking for a build just like this for months now. It didn’t show up in searches cause I was using Honda CRV build in the search. This is the best build video by far and the fact you included measurements is insane. Thanks so much Matt. Can’t wait to get started on mine.
Thank Timmy! Your channel is SICK. I subbed. Let me know how your build goes.
@@MattTheDesigner Nice dude. I’ll keep ya posted on how the build goes!
I ended up getting 1/2" plywood on accident. Did you feel like the 3/4" was sturdy? When I built it out and tried laying on it, I noticed it dipped quite a bit in the middle. Wondering if it's worth re-trying with 3/4"
@@TimmyLodhi I haven’t noticed any flexing on ours. I used 3/4 and it was hardwood plywood. I’m not sure if that makes a different in strength. I just chose it because it looked good.
@@MattTheDesigner I feel ya. I should’ve gone with 3/4. Might need to give it another shot 😂
Only a few hours of Cinema 4D? Disney must hire you.
Haha! It's all straight lines. As soon as you start adding curves and cutting holes in things it get's way more complicated.
Apparently, other than the trial, there are no free versions of Cinema 4D anymore. Fortunately, freecad is now almost ready for that 1.0 release.
SUGGESTION MOD- To reduce weight of the build & provide circulation to the mattress (helps to eliminate mold from condensation), you might want to drill a hole pattern in the platform & supports. Great design!!
Good idea! If we start going on longer trips where the bed is made up for a while I could see that being helpful.
Excellent idea!!!!
JUst brilliant Matt. I have watched this a few times now and also the 2.0 version. I think your explanations and logical thought process sync with most people. Thanks a bunch mate, cheers from Oz.
Thank Matt, I followed suit and had a bed on my Mazda CX5 ^^
Post a vid!
we do live in amazing times. reminds me to be more grateful. Thank you
Thank you matt, loved the spirit of this video - like so many of us, just humble people trying to learn and figure out things as we go. Appreciate your effort in putting this together.
Wow, I am impressed. I don’t have the skills or tools to make it like this, but this gave me good ideas to make a bit of more simple edition of this.
Thanks! There is for sure an easier way to do this haha. Good luck and I hope you share you project with us. :)
love the honesty at the end
You should take orders and if you do I'll be first in line. Without a doubt the best simple design on youtube.Awesome.
I appreciate RayRay. Thanks for watching!
"We're living in amazing times." Agreed. ☮
Pocket holes are the bomb!!
Hi, I'm all over your channel today. I know you made an updated and improved version with drawers, but I think I'm going to make a modified version of this for my Cube as a cheap lil starter project while I figure out if car camping is for me. Can't beat the cost of 1 sheet of plywood!
Thanks again for the video and the free plans!
Best one I seen so far. Very well done.
Well freaking done! I really aprreciate a.) the single piece of plywood and b.) the humility / "i dont know figure it out" attitude you bring to the youtube woodworking sphere
Thanks Earth All Night! I like your channel!
@@MattTheDesigner Ditto. Looks like we are hangin ina similar wheel house here
@@kendellharbin Wheel… House… Pun intended? Haha. I think you’re right.
Well done! (PS: That music part was a gas!)
Thanks Steve! You never know how a bit like that will land. Glad you enjoyed it.
Dude. Your whole pipeline is so good. I love your branding, your website, the PDF PLANS! finally someone that actually measures things and takes notes. Thank you so much for this!
My GF is coming to Canada, and I'm gonna take her on a 3 week look of Alberta/BC. I've got about 5 days now that I can build this for us to REALLY make it a unique trip. Thank you.
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Thanks man! Sound like an awesome trip. Have fun!
Love you're into ! Youre so loving and caring ! Thanks for all you do for us ! ❤
This is so cool! I have a CRV. I could build this and do like "Travel Grandma" (leave hubby at home and go traveling).
It’s more comfortable solo anyways haha. Sorry hubby!
Awesome! I’ve been looking for months for a build like this. Just finished modifying it slightly to fit my Honda Pilot.
Thanks for sharing this and including measurements! You did an excellent job of explaining things too. I just bought a 2014 Honda CRV and have been looking at different options. Yours is practically perfect. I will use this with some modifications. I want to be able to leave the smaller 40 section of the 60/40 rear seats up but have the option of a wider platform if I want a larger sleeping area. It will need a little more wood for a second set of guide rails but no big deal.
Oh man that sounds cool! Would love to see it when you’re done.
That ramp wedge system for the table is clever
Super Thanks Matt! I made this (with some modifications to fit my model) and it’s awesome. Great design, smart! Fun to make! Goodbye tent, hello warm car sleeping:)
Welcome to car camping!
I built a similar one last year for my daughter's Grand Cherokee. I put a lip on the front of the back platform for the front piece to set on, the front of the front piece sets on the folded down seats. The front piece is actually split down the middle so the 2 pieces can stack under the rear platform. Otherwise the front piece is too wide to fit in the back. And I included the slide out table in the back.
I actually made hers lower so there is enough headroom for her to sit up in the back. She would put her storage on top of the platform when driving, and on the side or in the front seat when sleeping.
Sounds cool Bill. Anywhere I can see it online? I’m always looking for new ideas.
From humble beginnings, to where you are now! Still enjoyable videos, and definitely looking forward to seeing what's next! 🤠
Don't forget to update your playlists, since you've done several projects for your rig! 😏
This is absolutely amazing you’re so smart and talented
Perfect one out of all the 100s of videos that I saw till now.. will get it done for my SUV also.. looks simple and cute
Glad I could help Satish!
This is great. I didn’t want to build a full-length platform because I have kids and they sit in the backseat of my suv. I needed something collapsible
The BEST build I have ever seen.
Great folding bed, thanks 😊
Great job on the video Matt! Thanks for making it.
I like this …so I have a really light system so if I’m citing family for a week or two during my trip I can easily unload my rig and stick in a corner of their garage then use my vehicle like a normal SUV transporting family and friends. I’d love a more fixed unit like this but I keep one side of my unit open for my cooler and a plastic drawer bin for all my storage and cooking supplies. I need to take much less stuff but I use it all when traveling/car camping!
I have watched a ton of these types of videos .I like yours the best. It's not over built lighter weight AKA Better gas millage .Instead of wood draws long plastic cover totes would be perfect . Thanks for the awesome video my friend .
Thank you for sharing . You made it look easy and fun to build this platform.
I loved your video and used some of the ideas to make my own platform for my Forrester. I also now love pocket holes!! Thanks Matt! Yet to test it out as we hit COVID lockdown here in Oz!
That’s great! Isn’t youtube amazing?? Haha
I recently moved to a south american country without evilbay and all that good stuff. These really ARE amazing times. Sooner or later I am going to build something similar for my used old 4Runner. Without the "ordering the parts over night" part though. Thanks for the inspiration!
Sounds cool! I see a lot of people using 4Runners for this kind of thing. Where in South America?
Nicely done! Love the hinges at the front - we're currently in progress of upgrading our Honda Pilot microcamper to take out the seats and build a living room and sleep area. Thanks for sharing!!
Thank Chris! You project sounds cool. I'll SUB to see how you fit a living room in there!
@@MattTheDesigner haha - it’s all about space reuse :-)
Nice! Will come back to this in January when we buy our Sprinter! Thanx!!
Please share how you apply this to a sprinter. I’m hoping to upgrade some day.
Дуже дякую за ідею. Ваш варіант просто чудовий, мені він підходить. Я постараюсь його повторити. Бажаю успіхів вам у вашій праці, гарного вам дня.
Правильный подход,концепция и воплощение! Лайк!
So so perfect finally the best bed I've seen so far for my honda crv thank u so much now someone to build me 1
Give it a try Debbie!!
This is perfect to make a murphy bed that uses a folding mattress vs a pull down from the wall unit. (which I have one, and built it). I'm wanting a second murphy with a fold out. Dude you're a genius. Thank you.
Huh. I hadn’t thought of that. Kinda like a futon? Good idea.
@@MattTheDesigner Kind of. It's like a futon that unfolds or in your case, slides out, of a cabinet. You can buy them in stores and it's just a bed in cabinet, but I want to build my own cabinet system and just need an easy bed to put the folding mattress on. Thank you for the great videos. Short and to the point. Love it!
I don’t own a CR-V but I love the bed! Subscribed.
What a brilliant young man!!
Golly thanks.
This is exactly what I was looking for, and wanted for my Tucson! Thank you!
Enjoy!
Thanks for the video you sold me with the PDF.. Liked and will now follow great job.
All the content and presentation was first class .Loads of good ideas thought through.
Your video is so well made. I enjoy watching it.
Thanks @MTBikeBO
You did some awesome work there, love the design of that!
This is so godamn genius. I'm making this for my hatchback Mazda 3. Thank youuu!!!
My brother in-law used to have one of those. That’s gunna be cool!
Everything about this video is awesome Congrats
hey dude. I found your video because I'm too are about to build somthing like this in my suv, just wanna say thank you - your project looks ACE! and it gives me some good ideas.
Thanks man. Check out the other/newer version too!
de todos los modelos que he visto, es la mejor idea es perfecto
Thanks very much for making this video.
I like what you did now all I need is someplace to build it, workwooking tools, etc.
I've been slowly buying tools over several years and I'm just now turning a one car garage into a "workshop". (I get kicked out and replaced by a car every night) Some day I'll have a proper shop hopefully but a garage, basement, or kitchen counter works if that's all ya got.
so far this is the best and easy to do it
I'm going to use this video for my Jeep Cherokee! Thanks!
Awesome! I've been using it about a year now and it's been great. Post it when it's done!
Nice! I built a similar platform in a Landrover Discovery about 20 years ago: but yours is nicer!
Nice sharing my friend 🫰🥰 I like it, thank for the video... Simple but looks neat, well done. I get some idea to transform my mini car in to mini camper car 😍✌️
Thanks! You're going to have a blast building it out.
Thanks ,
Genial!!!!
Eu estava procurando por um projeto de cama que fosse legal pra fazer na minha CRV 2010 e vi que você vez algo muito bem montado e interessante.
Obrigado por compartilhar!!!
Very nicely done project. I will be doing something to my CRV within the next month
Thank you Mr. Hiker!
good video
Fantastic process and video. Good job
I made a similar design, except, my top piece slides one way to make the table, then the other way to make the bed :)
Whoah! Love that’s idea. Maybe I’ll try that on the next one. 🤔
@@MattTheDesigner it was a lot easier to build than yours…cause I’m not as clever as you, lol.
Clever...and don't forget the removable table stashed under the carpet un cargo area
@@TheresaSanford lol, my table is attached to the back of my drop down rear wheel carrier :)
This is great Matt
Nice! Cheers from Brazil!
Just what I was looking for! Thanks so much.
This is by far the best platform I've seen on TH-cam! Love it! (want it!)
Make it! You can do it!
@@MattTheDesigner haha thanks for believing in me! Have to figure some things out first... currently no workspace & very limited (basic) tools...
It turned out great, congratulations🙂🇵🇱
Gold... pure gold, dude! 👍
Great video Matt! Love your style and as a Honda CRV owner looking for a build to copy, this may just be what I needed!
CRVs unite!!
We have a pilot with 2nd row captains seats that your design would work brilliantly with. Thx...
Awesome Mike! Glad I could help.
"Go make something, its not that hard" something I tell my self starting a project 2 weeks time frame ended up 2 months, great vid!
You have to believe it’s not that hard to start. Once you find out you’re wrong it’s too late and you may as well finish. Haha
So utterly impressive! ❤
Nice work, great design, thank you.
Thanks T!
This is Awesome 👍👍
Great video! I agree; it is the definitely the most satisfying build I have watched to date, and I have watched a lot. :-) Thanks for sharing.
Matt. This is the best I have seen. Damn. Great work.
I loved this!
Matt, great job producing this video and documenting a great design. Your details of the bit/piece/parts will make my implementation of your build go smoothly, more or less, I hope. HaHa
In practice, I'll be implementing a bastidized version of your design.
I built a simple platform in my $500 2000 Ford Expedition 8+ years ago and I still have both.
That storage area houses two quite long plastic Walmart bins accessible by opening the Lift Gate but not from inside the SUV. I slept on the right side with my GSD Mix under the same blanket(s). We both stayed nice and warm in October/November in NH but with cold noses.
I must have watched 100+ SUV/VAN builds since then with many of them just in the last 4 months. This one ranks right beside my previous number one favorite and I hope to combine the two.
The first number one is split in the middle but I will offset the split to the right. That side will hinge on the right edge to access storage underneath. This is a great idea when the weather is adverse or there may be danger outside.
The left side will hinge about half way over to access storage underneath while the remaining surface on the left will be the base for vertical storage.
I'll implement your sliding design on the right side. When configured in sleep mode, it will extend to the back of the front passenger's seat. When the front section is slid back, I'll then have easy access to/from the right side rear door.
When the two front sections are slid back, I'll have access to most of the storage area, then all of it by lifting all sections up on the hinge regardless of their configuration. The fit of the three sections may get complicated because of the right edge hinge. Time will tell.
The left side will be for an underneath storage pull-out bin when the Lift Gate is open. It's top surface configuration is yet to be defined.
I used to have a PVC Pipe Frame that clear plastic bins slid into but that's long gone to parts unknown. It was very handy because I could see what was inside the bins and they were also labeled with Dymo Tape. I may just implement that again instead of building cabinets, at least for now.
BTW: Vertical storage in the left rear, even up to the ceiling, doesn't interfere with driver visibility.
Currently, two each 100 Watt Hour AGM Batteries are on the floor behind the driver's seat along with a 4000 Watt Inventer that powers my 125 Amp Welder, 1000 Watt Microwave and any other A/C Appliance/Tool. There is also a 10 Watt A/C powered NECO Battery Charger.
My Charge Controller, Switches/Fuses/Shunt/etc will go there when I purchase a 300+ Watt Solar Panel. I'll need that amount of solar power when I double my Battery Pack.
I have plans for a swing out storage basket mounted to the Trailer Hitch Frame and a second Gas Tank under the driver's seat.
For long Boondocking trips, I have an authentic WW II Jeep Utility Trailer that would double my storage capacity for extra Water/Food/Propane/Gas/Ground Cover/Tarp/Tent/etc. As next year's trips get longer, I may put it to use. We'll see.
I'm providingl all this extra info so other readers may benefit from my experiences and plans for tomorrow.
Again Matt, a really great design and a very well presented video. Really Good Job, Sir......
Thanks for the info Russ. My most recently long form video uses a pretty great swing out arm. Check that one out if you haven't already. It's pricey but beefy.