Me and my dad built the exact type of bed frame a few years ago. We never screwed in the mattress support parts in top, as I wanted to use the underside for storage, but honestly it's the one of the most strongest bed frames I have ever owned. Highly recommend this DIY!
I've been looking for a simple, yet robust, platform bed frame to make and I think this is the best one yet. I think I may try to put the rails a bit further down so that the mattress is not as tall, though. I'd also like to add some 4x4 legs to raise the best off the floor a few inches so the vacuum can get under. Thank you for such a well explained video!
There is so much beauty in simplicity. The bed is very nice. I'm heading out to travel and am going to build a bed just for my size; it will need to have storage under it. I think I need boxes laid sideways and support in the middle, but not sure how to do it. Guess I need to keep looking!
I woke up and my back hurt from my mattress on the floor, i decided to just go to home depot and buy everything for this and build it. I watched this video twice and just built based on my own knowledge without the plans, its great, it looks so good on the ground and it feels so sturdy. Thank you for this idea! I been wanting to make something like this for a few months but never got around to it. Thanks for the inspiration
I am loving this. And even with my 2 cent experience it looks doable. One day when I am done making it for my girls, I will send you the picture... Thanks a lot for sharing... 🤩🤩🤩
Thanks, I had a very similar design in mind! 0:56 About making construction lumber look decent: I recently splurged and got a used thickness planer, oh, boy, what a difference does it make for this kind of projects!
You wouldn't save any money because paying a carpenter to make them would cost more. The reason these aren't readily available is because it isn't worth the time it takes to do for sale.
Would it be strong enough to make this out of spruce? Also, do you think it'd be a good idea to add ventilation holes or legs so there is fresh air under the mattress? I'm glad that I found your video and ended up purchasing your design! Edit: Also, what's that right angled piece of wood you used to help you clamp the 2x12s together? Looks handy to keep it together when drilling pocket hole screws.
I know this video is 4 years old but it so relevant today, February 10, 2024. My child desperately needs me to make this. I looked at your plans (thank you) but I see there isn't one for a full bed. Will you suggest the alterations needed based off of the twin or king that you have plans for? Thanks so much.
What a great bed frame I hope its as easy for a king sized bed im going to try this soon just adjust my size of course .ty for the great tips and ideas ... Will you be making a head board for the bed if not any ideas for one by chance?
Great! I just recently created build plans for a King size if you are interested: bit.ly/3hZXQCx I do not currently have plans to build a headboard, but you never know! It could happen. Thank you!
Thank you! I used a very easily accessible framing lumber pine wood from Home Depot. Inexpensive, sturdy and I prettied it up. But you could definitely use a nicer wood.
Using the pocket hole jig like that has seriously blown my mind, for some reason it's always been stuck in my head that it has to be attached to the bench. I feel so dumb lol but thanks for the inadvertent advice!
I love how simple, yet elegant this frame is! It looks great and is certainly more robust than the ugly metal boxspring frames! I've never seen the quick clamp miter saw stop block before - totally using that!!! Just found your channel and am excited to follow along on your future builds as well as checking out your past content! Joshua -- Gander Flight
This was absolutely fantastic! I was looking for something easy and could possibly making a smaller variation of a twin. It would make for more space in a 1 bedroom apartment. Thank you very much!
I can’t wait to try this I’ve been looking for a demonstration so I can build this to replace the slats that hold my mattress up. Mainly bc I want a higher bed but I also want to stop my cats from crawling under the slats on my platform bed
I don't. This bed is in a climate controlled space. And there is no glue on the main joints, preventing the wood from moving very slightly if necessary. It'll be fine.
I believe I paid around $100 for the wood when I built this a few years ago. Lumber prices have changed however, so I'm not sure what that translates to today. Thanks for watching!
You are absolutely amazing! You made that look so easy and so beautiful! I wish I had your workshop and all your “toys”, you have everything I want! 😂😂 Thanks again for another brilliant video! You totally rock! 🥰🤘🤩
@@MakerGray also, are there alternate instructions for a full sized bed? I really want to build this and purchase your manual for it but my bed is a full.
I would love to make this bed, but I lack the workshop and broad array of expensive power tools necessary. I would love to see a version that one could make with just a drill, some glue, and maybe some sandpaper.
Is it possible to do this as a frame instead of a platform? Have a bed with legs, but would like a frame around it - can I use this as a base to work from?
The bed shown in the video is a queen, but I have build plans here for all sizes bit.ly/3BQhp4X The building of a twin bed will be the same steps as the steps shown in this video :)
Absolutely. A couple of easy ways would be to add corner brackets to the inside of the frame. You could also just screw the frame boards together from the outside if you don't mind the screws showing.
Hi there! All of the tools I used are listed in the description of this video. The materials list, cut list and assembly plans can be found here: bit.ly/2TC8sJ9
Any size other than a queen is not in the building plan. Sorry about that. But it really shouldn't be hard to alter it to accommodate a twin size. The width (and possibly the length) will be the only adjustment.. The steps should be the same. Good luck!
Outstanding! I love the simplicity of the design and it's warm visual appeal.
Thank you so much, Leah!! Your view and sweet comment mean so much!
Thanks!
Thanks so much! I super appreciate it!
Me and my dad built the exact type of bed frame a few years ago. We never screwed in the mattress support parts in top, as I wanted to use the underside for storage, but honestly it's the one of the most strongest bed frames I have ever owned. Highly recommend this DIY!
Yeah great idea on the storage! Thank you!!
I've been looking for a simple, yet robust, platform bed frame to make and I think this is the best one yet. I think I may try to put the rails a bit further down so that the mattress is not as tall, though. I'd also like to add some 4x4 legs to raise the best off the floor a few inches so the vacuum can get under. Thank you for such a well explained video!
Great! I think those changes should be no problem at all. Thanks for watching! I'd love to see a pic of your bed when you get it done!
Thank you so much for this tutorial! This is exactly the style of bedframe I wanted. I can't wait to try this over a weekend!
Great! So happy you are going to build it! Thanks for watching!
how did it turn out? thinking of giving it a try myself.
@@01hondascott same Im gonna ask my shop teacher if I could use some of the tools
Finally something we can all actually try to build, looks great 👍🏼
Thanks! You can totally build this. I hope you do!
My bed frame is broken so I’m gonna have to send this to my dad😂 I love it ❤️
There is so much beauty in simplicity. The bed is very nice.
I'm heading out to travel and am going to build a bed just for my size; it will need to have storage under it. I think I need boxes laid sideways and support in the middle, but not sure how to do it. Guess I need to keep looking!
I woke up and my back hurt from my mattress on the floor, i decided to just go to home depot and buy everything for this and build it. I watched this video twice and just built based on my own knowledge without the plans, its great, it looks so good on the ground and it feels so sturdy. Thank you for this idea! I been wanting to make something like this for a few months but never got around to it. Thanks for the inspiration
Ah that's so great!! I'm so glad to hear this! Thanks for the feedback and enjoy your new bed :)
Going to take this design and try to add a cat maze underneath! Will add size holes for ventilation, too of course :)
I love it! 😻
I am loving this. And even with my 2 cent experience it looks doable. One day when I am done making it for my girls, I will send you the picture... Thanks a lot for sharing... 🤩🤩🤩
I love it! Thanks for watching and for the comment!
I like how sturdy it looks. Simple build too
I love it, is just what i need for my room.
Thanks, I had a very similar design in mind! 0:56 About making construction lumber look decent: I recently splurged and got a used thickness planer, oh, boy, what a difference does it make for this kind of projects!
That's a great [fun] tool for this lumber for sure!
I truly appreciate this!! I want to get rid of box springs that are creating a lump in the middle of my King mattress! Thank you!
Doing my part to help get rid of terrible box springs everywhere! 🚫 Thanks so much for watching :)
I wish there was a place you could buy jointed and planed wood so you don't need a $800 of tools just to start doing carpentry
Just rent the tools
IKEA 🤣🤣🤣
You wouldn't save any money because paying a carpenter to make them would cost more. The reason these aren't readily available is because it isn't worth the time it takes to do for sale.
S4S (surfaced 4 sides) lumber is jointed/planed. It costs a bit more, but it is available.
@@codacreator6162 Thanks!!
This is the best diy bed frame in the world
Thanks! I agree 😉
Great plans, super easy build. I added five, 6" legs to allow for storage underneath and to raise the overall height. Bye-bye crappy box spring.
That's a great idea! Thanks!
Would it be strong enough to make this out of spruce? Also, do you think it'd be a good idea to add ventilation holes or legs so there is fresh air under the mattress?
I'm glad that I found your video and ended up purchasing your design!
Edit: Also, what's that right angled piece of wood you used to help you clamp the 2x12s together? Looks handy to keep it together when drilling pocket hole screws.
Wow, looks great!
Thank you!
Maybe it's just me but I think you're a minimalist. Like how you keep it simple and just about enough.
I agree. I definitely think of myself as a minimalist also. I like it simple and clean. Thanks!
I know this video is 4 years old but it so relevant today, February 10, 2024. My child desperately needs me to make this. I looked at your plans (thank you) but I see there isn't one for a full bed. Will you suggest the alterations needed based off of the twin or king that you have plans for? Thanks so much.
There’s the full size plan in the description
Wow! What a beautiful idea and learning, well done gal, you really did a good job and I want a simple bed like this and nice, beautifully
Thanks so much!
Yaassss. Awesome job on the video Erin
Thanks Buddy!
Sometimes simpler is better... nice video.
Agreed. Thanks!
It looks great, thanks for the tutorial ❤❤❤
Simple and easy, I like it! Do you have plans for a head board in the future?
Thank you! I don't, but I'll keep that in mind!
One of the best diy vids I have seen, ty.
Thank you!
What a great bed frame I hope its as easy for a king sized bed im going to try this soon just adjust my size of course .ty for the great tips and ideas ... Will you be making a head board for the bed if not any ideas for one by chance?
Great! I just recently created build plans for a King size if you are interested: bit.ly/3hZXQCx I do not currently have plans to build a headboard, but you never know! It could happen. Thank you!
So clean and simple, plus it can be disassembled if need be. Great project!
This video is informative and has a good pace. Well done!
Thank you so much, Bernie! I really appreciate it :)
Excellent work.
Thank you!
What kind of board is the conter support?
Thank you so much! It looks great!!
Thank you! I appreciate it!
many thanks from Egypt
Thanks for watching!
Simple yet so nice and strong, thanks.
Thanks for watching!
Such a "simple", clean, and stunning design! Amazing video as always! Do I spy some Alma squares?!?!
Aw thank you, Ethan! I really appreciate it! And yep.... you can spy a killer Alma square from anywhere!
❤ Just wanted to say clean simple and clear video...I'm a woodworkers granddaughter so that's saying something 😂. PS I LOVE YOU WORKSHOP BENCHS!!🎉
Thank you!!
Loved it! Woodworking + shallow focus shots = cream of the crop
You're the cream of the crop Justin
I definitely would round those corners if I built one of these!
That’d be a cool look
It may be a simple design but it looks good! And no crazy joinery to worry about. I like it!
Thank you Sharon! Much better than the mattress on the floor, which is where it was haha.
@@MakerGray Been there! Done that!
Thank you for the video, all available and understandable.
Thank you!
interesting to see easy to apply durable strong king size to deep sleep for single & double Best wishes I am glad to see this video
Really amazing work, minimalist aura that this build has is amazing, can you share which type of wood is this?
Thank you! I used a very easily accessible framing lumber pine wood from Home Depot. Inexpensive, sturdy and I prettied it up. But you could definitely use a nicer wood.
Would you be able to add California king bed measurements?
Really nice bed! Wich kind of wood do i use best?
I cam for the bed idea...but I learned so much watching you.
Yay! Thanks for watching!
Using the pocket hole jig like that has seriously blown my mind, for some reason it's always been stuck in my head that it has to be attached to the bench. I feel so dumb lol but thanks for the inadvertent advice!
Haha no way! Don't feel dumb. It took me a minute also to realize that it would work!
I love how simple, yet elegant this frame is! It looks great and is certainly more robust than the ugly metal boxspring frames!
I've never seen the quick clamp miter saw stop block before - totally using that!!!
Just found your channel and am excited to follow along on your future builds as well as checking out your past content!
Joshua -- Gander Flight
Hey thanks so much Joshua! Really appreciate the kind words and the follow!
This was absolutely fantastic! I was looking for something easy and could possibly making a smaller variation of a twin. It would make for more space in a 1 bedroom apartment. Thank you very much!
Wonderful! Thank you for watching!
Well done!! it's great to see a woman doing diy.
Thanks!
Loved the video. Thanks. (Still don't know how it is possible to drill before you drill (pre-drill) but liked the video).
Thanks! Pre-drilling a pilot hole (with a bit) for a future screw ensures your wood won’t crack.
Looks good. You have a nice shop.
Thanks!
Simple but awesome like it 👍👍
Thank you!
I'm in love😍😍😍 wow thank you
That square jig for clamping the frame together is a good idea. Did you make them yourself?
Thanks! My friend Alma at Pink Soul Studios made it. I've got them linked in the description for ya.
so simple .. so beautiful 💛 thanks
Thanks for watching
nice job, so simple and creative.
Thank you!
Thank you for sharing, I believe I'm going to take that project on
Yay!!
It was really simple and very interesting to see....thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching
If you need one for a full size bed would you just use the queen plans?
I would probably get the twin (it's a little closer in size). But a queen would certainly work too!
Such a simple guide/build, easy to follow and the result is amazing! Good work will be taking tips from this one, thanks
Thanks so much!
This is my next project!
Yay! It's a great project!
Wow that's very nice 😊.
I can’t wait to try this I’ve been looking for a demonstration so I can build this to replace the slats that hold my mattress up. Mainly bc I want a higher bed but I also want to stop my cats from crawling under the slats on my platform bed
Great! I'm glad you're going to build it! Thanks for watching
Question about wood movements. Wood expands and narrows depending on the season. DOnt you wory about cracks and so on?
I don't. This bed is in a climate controlled space. And there is no glue on the main joints, preventing the wood from moving very slightly if necessary. It'll be fine.
Thanks. Are tou planning to do some container bed with gas lift mechanism, and raised from the ground? Thanks!
Nice please tell me which water base finish u use
I have it linked in the description for you
Hi, love this! May I ask the approximate cost of the building materials (excluding the tools)
I believe I paid around $100 for the wood when I built this a few years ago. Lumber prices have changed however, so I'm not sure what that translates to today. Thanks for watching!
Great Video!
Thanks!!
Simple and beautiful
You are absolutely amazing! You made that look so easy and so beautiful! I wish I had your workshop and all your “toys”, you have everything I want! 😂😂 Thanks again for another brilliant video! You totally rock! 🥰🤘🤩
Thank you so much :)
What pocket hole jig is that? It looks so easy to use!!!
I've got it linked in the description for ya! It's a wonderful jig and I've used it a TON: amzn.to/2QzkoZh
@@MakerGray Awesome!! Thank you!!!
@@MakerGray also, are there alternate instructions for a full sized bed? I really want to build this and purchase your manual for it but my bed is a full.
This was awesome!! 👍 I’m a tradie and I learned something new from this video, you using circular saw with square. Great idea 🤙
Oh cool, glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for watching!
I would love to make this bed, but I lack the workshop and broad array of expensive power tools necessary. I would love to see a version that one could make with just a drill, some glue, and maybe some sandpaper.
Do you have a bed platform for single bed? Tia! ☺️
Sure do! I have build plans for 4 different sizes (including twin) here! bit.ly/3OnIjsl
Is there a reason you cut down the width? Doesn't look like much was taken off. Also, what kind of wood did you use?
Yep! I just cut off the rounded corners of the construction lumber for a more defined edge.
Thanks!
Find build plans for 3 different sizes of this bed here! bit.ly/3BQhp4X Find more house project tutorials here! bit.ly/3h6bml2
How do I find dimensions for king size?
Is it possible to do this as a frame instead of a platform?
Have a bed with legs, but would like a frame around it - can I use this as a base to work from?
Absolutely!
Hi, this is the video for the twin bed correct?
The bed shown in the video is a queen, but I have build plans here for all sizes bit.ly/3BQhp4X The building of a twin bed will be the same steps as the steps shown in this video :)
it is amazing, thanks excellent video.
Thank you so much :)
I loved this video, I would like to see a basics that covers tools and etc.! Maybe a look to beginning woodworking 😇
Thanks! I'll keep that in mind :)
Simple and beautiful. Really nice 👍🏻
Thanks so much!
You are creative , 👍
Thanks!
Could you do this for a full.
Ty, is this a full size ?
The one in the video is a Queen size, but I have other sizes available in build plans here: www.makergray.com/plans
Where you bought your wood and what size are they
Is there anyway I can do this whole process without pocket holes ?
Absolutely. A couple of easy ways would be to add corner brackets to the inside of the frame. You could also just screw the frame boards together from the outside if you don't mind the screws showing.
Love the bed frame but not as much as I love your dog tattoo!! How sweet
Aw thank you! Memorial to my best friend :)
So now that its been a couple years, how is the bed holding up now? I want to build a sturdy bed that can stay quiet no matter what.
Amazingly well! We love it. Sturdy and no sound to it. If there were to be a creak, I'm sure you could tighten some screws.
@@MakerGray awesome! ive been getting that itch to build something and i stumbled accross this video, i know exactly what im going to build now!
what screw sizes did you use for the pocket holes
Freaking amazing!! I love this, thank you for posting!!!
Thanks for watching!
@@MakerGray You're welcome. I bought the bed plans too--thanks again!!!
Thanks!!
do u have plans for a FULL Size bed? i only see queen king and twin for purchase.....
I dont currently but I hope to very soon!
Excellent. Thank you!
I really want to do this but I want the bed more inside the bed frame. I can do that right? all I have to do is lower the supports?
Yep! Super easy!
Hi where is the link for the materials that you stated in your video?
Hi there! All of the tools I used are listed in the description of this video. The materials list, cut list and assembly plans can be found here: bit.ly/2TC8sJ9
Do you have any tips on making this for a twin? Is that included in the building plan?
Any size other than a queen is not in the building plan. Sorry about that. But it really shouldn't be hard to alter it to accommodate a twin size. The width (and possibly the length) will be the only adjustment.. The steps should be the same. Good luck!
WoW! So easy
Hi! You said you only used 4 2x12s, so what did you use to make the centre support? That must be a 5th? Thanks!
Yep! One more for the center support. I have them all outlined in the plans if you are interested. Thanks!
@@MakerGray I purchased, actually! I noticed the link to the square you use is broken - can you tell me where you got that? Thanks!
Thank you! Are you referring to those custom squares? If so, here is a link for ya: bit.ly/2mZENvg
Good job.
Thanks!
awesome project!
Thanks!