Build Your Kid's Dream Bed from 2x4's

Build Your Kid's Dream Bed from 2x4's | DIY Loft Bed

4 роки тому

How to build a DIY Loft Bed from 2x4 lumber. A great alternative to a DIY bunk bed that takes up less space.
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How to build a DIY Loft Bed for $75.
This DIY bed is made from 2x4 and 2x6 construction grade lumber. If you want to get some nicer boards and save a little money you can cut these down from 2x12 boards. The bed is straightforward to assemble after all the wood parts are cut. This loft bed is great for a kid’s room but can also be a dorm loft bed where it would really take advantage of the space in a small room. Get the DIY loft bed plans and build your own!
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 369

@LetMeTellYouSomeTing 3 роки тому

Awesome video, now I just need $500 worth of clamps.

@rivatoot 2 роки тому

Let me grab my planer. Standard first buys for a diyer. Hammer, screwdriver and then planer.

@trovelemmanuel5627 Рік тому

And fancy machinery😄

@livinlegend5554 Рік тому

Ctfu

@Cartierboy13 3 місяці тому

😂😂😂😂

@jayrodathome 3 роки тому

For my daughters queen size loft bed I just took her existing bed and added 4 (4x4) legs and supported it as needed. Now when she gets older I can just take the loft extensions off and she will have her original undamaged queen size bed. Worked out great and was cheap

@lifewithoutstress2684 4 роки тому

Having a carpenter for a dad = awesome!! 😊

@perkypegasus1072 9 місяців тому

This is amazing that you can do this! Your family is lucky to have you.

@Anand-nj6be 2 роки тому

Brad, great set of instructions and step-by-step guide. I ended up building two of these for my kiddos (one red and one blue). I modified the design a bit so you can flip the bed over to make it a standard twin (just with a big head board and footboard). So we have one lofted bed and another un-lofted loft bed. Love the channel. Keep up the good work.

@jonusmc1371 3 роки тому

Just got done with this build using your plans. I did add additional 2x4's on the back side of each step of the ladder just as you did at the top to prevent a foot grab where the mattress sits because my daughter said the single 2x4 edge hurt her feet as she was climbing.

@shanesamson7833 3 роки тому

What a great looking BED... Love the colour as well.. The best looks solid and cool 👍

@mavrick561 4 роки тому

Man, this comes at a great time. My dad and I were planning on building two of these in the next couple of months. Now I don't have to reinvent the wheel. Thanks for another great vid!

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Awesome! I'd love to see the builds when you make them

@_WillCAD_ 4 роки тому

When I was a kid, my Dad made me a similar loft bed, but he used nothing but 2x6's for the head and foot, assembled flat and then lag screwed into the endgrain of the long rails. Instead of slats, he cut down a sheet of three-quarter inch plywood, and reinforced it with three 2x4 slats screwed into the underside. Biggest difference - he made me a corner desk underneath and mounted a single fluorescent light fixture to give me some illumination. He finished it with a walnut stain and satin poly so it looked more like fine furniture than something you'd find in a kid's room. I kept that thing until I graduated high school and was just too tall to sleep in a twin bed any more. I wish I had some pics of it, it was a beautiful piece.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Wow, sounds amazing and that's great you have such a fond memory of something from your dad. Hope my boy has the same memories!

@breckdiy1981 3 роки тому

Great video, you inspired me to make a bunk bed for my girls. I wish I had a shop like yours 👍😁

@xyzcreate 4 роки тому

I would have absolutely loved this as a kid! It would have been so cool to come home from a long day of school and start reading comics under my bed fort!

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

yeah, same here!

@JayBates 4 роки тому

Thanks for the shout out. And yes, that is definitely painters tape blue :)

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Those cleats were a lifesaver, Jay! Install was so much easier with them 👍

@naomidutchak9468 2 роки тому

@@Fixthisbuildthat one question, what is the measurement from the floor to the bottom of the bed, just wondering cause I wanna add a desk for me to work at.

@balajiiyengar4 2 роки тому

Just love the way you built, that color hah! amazing.

@alliez1436 3 роки тому

Hoping to have my own carpentry business and love watching your videos and I am going to watch you for tips so thank you...

@heatherwinmill3838 4 роки тому

I definitely hit my head on the fan in my childhood room getting onto the top bunk many times 😂

@elmerezpeleta2728 4 роки тому

Loved the jenga along with the creepy laugh...made me LOL! Nice build, and I may download your plans to build this for my stepdaughter! Thanks!

@diamondperidot 4 роки тому

Great job! I don't think the color is garish, but then again Blue is my favorite color. tfs

@simmuborgir3337 4 роки тому

Great job. Lucky kids to have a good wood working dad👍

@GMan56M 4 роки тому

Annnd now my 4 y/o wants a new bed... Gives me an excuse to get back in the shop! Great work Brad; looks great!

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Oh that's a perfect age for this! He could easily walk under it for years. My guy is 9 and is a bit too tall to stand full upright. Have fun!

@TheFlowshizle 3 роки тому

Great Video! Just got the plans, my daughter is very excited. Cheers from Canada!

@blahdiblah2169 2 роки тому

I love it. Such a cool design.

@bg73 4 роки тому

Nice build. Interesting colour too.

@LutherBuilds 4 роки тому

I'm feeling a bit of nostalgia watching this. I built my son the same bed 3 years ago and ended up using 2x4's and 2x6's. It's still holding up very well. I also added on the small platform on the footboard going from Ana White's plans. Other than that, I pretty much built Jay's version of the bed. My daughter has been asking me to build her a bed as well. But I'm not sure it will be the same design as she will probably want more of a day bed or modern design.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

My daughter already has the daybed and now wants this instead 😀

@ProtoEliteTV 4 роки тому

Happy Holidays. Thank you for sharing the experience with everyone. Inspired me to do the same project for my son. Bit that would have to wait until spring. Cool channel as well. I follow you on ig but definitely will favorite this video, very informative.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Thanks, and hope your kiddo loves it when you make one!

@football29k 3 роки тому

So unique idea my son will love this loft bed too 👊

@patrickschreck6997 3 роки тому

Love the build my man -- wondering when you choose to use wood glue vs no wood glue? Noticed here it was all just screwed together. Keep up the great work!

@xstrongbowx1 Місяць тому

As someone who's hit their head on a fan in the morning, you learn pretty quick

@shotokankjs Рік тому

Nice, 75 bucks but need 1000 worth of tools 😬. I'm going with the half half approach. Bought a wood frame from ikea with their slats and metal mid beam and got cypress wood posts. Its for a queen sized loft bed .

@dinasoria8805 4 роки тому

Oh wow.. that was awesome to watch. Nice clean work.

@RichieRich-ug2wr 3 роки тому

Amazing video . And to be honest , this is the first UKposts video I ever watched . Completely watch that is

@merry1234sama Місяць тому

Man, I'm from Mexico and this video is amazing! You have filled me with inspiration ❤

@ryancormack6934 2 роки тому

Good plans, worth the time saving thanks! I made a few small changes. I eliminated the lower bracing (J and a D); not needed since the "bed frame", the "Head and guard rails" and the L shape leg design create a strong geometry and would make buckling very unlikely. Also my daughter wanted a desk underneath and more headspace there, so I added 4 inches to the feet area. Also her twin bed is a bit more puffy than average twin and she wanted to tuck in her blankets on the sides and feet, so I added 3" to the side and 1.5 inches to the foot of the bed frame.

@akvaru 2 роки тому

I´m tring to buy the plans on gumroad, but is not working :(

@reforzar 4 роки тому

Turned out great. I’ve built a few of these. They’ll get years of use from it.

@jazmanjef 3 роки тому

This project cost me $4,075 once I bought the table saw, router, and mitre saw ...

@dreroy599 2 роки тому

Lmaoo

@techywill 2 роки тому

Count yourself lucky, mine was over $200k when factoring in the house!

@genli5603 2 роки тому

You don't understand. The projects are excuses for the tools.

@puwazatza 4 роки тому

This bed is a beast! I will make three for my creations.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Could be an easy bunk be conversion too!

@kimberlykimmie1728 4 роки тому

Your good 💯 And you make it look so easy lol

@chrisrasmussen5018 4 роки тому

Sounds like sister needs to get the 2.0 version with an integrated desk.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Or integrated dress up station. I already made her a desk too, and no way I'm getting rid of that thing!

@awesomearizona-dino 4 роки тому

Nice Work.. as usual. Yes, the pinching lumber is common and dangerous for amateurs.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Yes, it can definitely scare you if you aren't ready for it

@bmor1074 4 роки тому

This turned out beautiful! We are planning to make this and alter it a bit to make it a bunk bed. What is the thickness of the mattress you used?

@skiblink 4 роки тому

Last year I built almost the exact same bed, same color and LEDs, Looks great!

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

must have been reading your mind!

@trevorcrist5456 4 роки тому

Man that paint job looks perfect. Maybe just the camera and lighting but looks great.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Thanks, my boy loves it!

@SouthernStyleDIY 4 роки тому

That's an awesome bed and the color really pops well!

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Thanks, David!

@brimstone_flame6246 3 роки тому

Turned out great thanks for the walk through!

@brimstone_flame6246 3 роки тому

What is the tool you used to cut the biscuit slots?

@Y_I_DIY 2 роки тому

Dad of the freaking year! Looks great

@IEnjoyCreatingVideos 4 роки тому

Nice work on the loft bed Brad! Thank you for sharing the video with us all.👌👍😎JP

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

you're welcome!

@IEnjoyCreatingVideos 4 роки тому

😎

@ericlyden 3 роки тому

Hey Brad... Great video, great bed, and great craftsmanship!! The only question I have is how you attached the filler strip at the top of the ladder. I know it goes between the top ladder step and the bed frame. But did you screw it into the top ladder step or the legs? Hope to hear back. Thx!!

@user-qg6fy4yp8t 4 роки тому

Nicely build!! I recently built 2 beds for my kids.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

thanks!

@williamellis8993 4 роки тому

Really nice bed, Brad. My grandchildren are even too old for this but it looks neat.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

thanks, William!

@SewingBoxDesigns 4 роки тому

Another awesome build. Thank you.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

you're welcome!

@billplotsky8208 3 роки тому

Hey Brad. Great video. Where did you get the sanding disc attachment for your hand? That looks super handy.

@Tony-112 4 роки тому

Always enjoy your videos 👍✌️ Definitely investing in a planer

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

it's a wonderful tool!

@hassanal-mosawi6049 4 роки тому

Thanks for sharing that

@saowczarek7671 4 роки тому

Essa dica de colocar um taquinho pra abrir a madeira é simples, mais nunca havia pensado nisso.... Obrigado

@somerandomfox1153 4 роки тому

I think I might make one of these 👍

@axlent123 Рік тому

Just used your loft bed as inspiration for mine. But mine, I might add, is a queen sized (adult) futon loft bed with two tatami mat panels. I’m using the 2x6 mattress frame, 2x4 legs, 2x2 matttess supports (holding the tatami panels), and 1x3s for the slats. Pocket joinery on the mattress frame, 2” screws countersunk to connect the legs to the mattress frame, and 2 1/2” screws to connect the 2x2s to the side 2x6 mattress frame boards. I also used a bit of glue for the 2x2s as well.. (hoping the screws will hold the weight that will be placed on them!!!) Also, I incorporated yakisugi (shou Sugi ban) into the process, creating a darker wood, and an amazing grain texture! The feel of the ebb and flow of the grain is lovely! As for your bed, I wish that I had one as a kid!!!!

@victorn6065 3 роки тому

Great plans Brad! I made this with my 4-year old and he loves it! We skipped the mattress, opted for yoga mats, and installed an escape hatch. It definitely wasn't $75, but the funnest $250 I've spent with my son thus far! For my first major woodworking project, I'm pretty satisfied! I posted a video about it if anyone is interested! Cheers, and have fun everyone!

@mrsjokerstout 4 роки тому

I have seen a lot of diy loft beds... this one is by far the least complicated design. I like the end product. It looks a lot sturdier than the $200+ loft beds I have found online, plus this looks like it would be easy to add a desk to, or even a fold down murphy bed as a buddy bunk...

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Thanks! It's a very simple and easy design 👍

@jilllunsford9614 2 роки тому

Great tips thank you!

@therevoman 2 роки тому

Just finished one of these and its pretty awesome! unfortunately all my twins are Twin XL, so 5 inches longer. Instead of extending the whole thing 5", I extended it 3" and rotated the bottom piece of the bed box to lie flat. This also helped with the gap between the box and the top step. Anyhow, my son loves it!

@dustincathers9575 4 місяці тому

Would love to see a pic, I want to build this and also have a TwinXL.

@therevoman 4 місяці тому

@@dustincathers9575 I meant to blog about it. I’m traveling so I’ll have to send details at the end of the week.

@scottadams2624 4 роки тому

Great job!

@bravoshift9148 Рік тому

Just built one for my son using your plan!

@scartoazul 3 роки тому

What paint and primer did you use for this project? Thanks and awesome job.

@kiantimurphy7892 3 роки тому

This build caught my interest. I am a carpenter, so I am going to do some minor changes, using 2x3s instead. I noticed you drilled pocket holes, but didn't use some of them. Am I correct, and why?

@joaquinruiz6965 4 роки тому

👍nice color good job thanks

@zachariascolvin2153 2 роки тому

Brad; Excellent video! Thank you for sharing your process! Not positive I can build it as well, but you've made me want to try it for sure. Thank you!

@SpecificLove7 4 роки тому

Looks really good

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

thank you!

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Just looked at the one you built. That thing is a beast!!! Nicely done!

@SpecificLove7 4 роки тому

@@Fixthisbuildthat Thank you very much. It was a little intimidating, but I loved building it even more than most of my other stuff.

@jenboltalt 3 роки тому

cole idea love the coler.

@jenboltalt 3 роки тому

how long does it take to bild and paint?

@JNDCreations 4 роки тому

Cool build mate! You’ve got some awesome quality camera shots in this vids! Well done

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

thank you!!

@douglasharley2440 4 роки тому

awesome build!...as always. thanks

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Thanks, Douglas!

@joebyron9 2 роки тому

great build for a college bed too, gives space under bed for a desk

@syedhasan6548 3 роки тому

Very Nice 👍 Thanks for sharing

@thornieves3624 4 роки тому

Simply awesome great job👍👍👍

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Appreciate it!

@holdemNE1 4 роки тому

Nice build.

@dennisjohansen8490 4 роки тому

From now on for the rest of my life I will use "peas and carrots" when referring to when something is good. Also, extra points for the use of "garish".

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

😂 😂 👍

@ChiefMoonChunks 4 роки тому

big points for garish

@FredMcIntyre 4 роки тому

Awesome job Brad! 😃👌🏻👍🏻👊🏻

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

thanks, Fred!!

@cori0420 4 роки тому

Awesome! Nice work! Now to make one for my toddler lol

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

I'm sure he/she will love it!

@cori0420 4 роки тому

Thank you! My son will enjoy it

@allpro7cf257 3 роки тому

I bought your plans and they are very helpful. Can you please share what paint and primer brand did you use? I want something that is good quality and yours seems like a good one. Also, can you please list out the drill bits used?

@ThisIsHowIMadeIt 4 роки тому

Great build man! As always!

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

thanks!

@pedalman4595 4 роки тому

GREATEST DAD EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

I try at least :)

@Dear_Mark 4 роки тому

What is the tooth count on your miter saw blade? I never really see tear out on your cuts. Thanks

@gbjones54 4 роки тому

Great Build Brad. 👍👏

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

thanks, Gary!

@kthornbloom 3 роки тому

Love the build! Confused about the $75 claimed price though. Just the wood alone is around $170 anywhere I look :(

@WetPaintChi 2 роки тому

This vid was from 2019 - lumber prices skyrocketed during the pandemic ☹️

@cammie8701 2 роки тому

this when you could by a 2x4 for $2

@lale9121 Рік тому

Not to mention all the tools 😂😂😂

@Jemgirly 2 роки тому

My mind is blown just watching this guy do his work. I don’t have the tools are the means to build something like this yet, so I’ll just have to build my daughter a crappy one 😂

@Jram0107 4 роки тому

Wow ! Very nice

@thomass6932 4 роки тому

Great build, was just wondering you mentioned that you could use pocket holes for the L shaped pieces. Where would you put pocket holes so they are not seen from outside and also go into the meat of the wood?

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

I would put them on the inside of the 2x4's and still glue it. The glue is what provides the strength. So even though the screws are going out the joint will be very very strong. Then I'd plug the holes and paint over them

@kevinwak 4 роки тому

Not sure if you did, but I would screw down some or all of the slats at both ends. I made beds in the past with a similar design and the 2X6’s that the slats sat on bowed outwards over time and then the slats fell through. I ended up having to use a small 1/8” cable with a turnbuckle between two eye bolts in the centre of the 2x6’s to pull them back together so that they weren’t spreading and dropping the slats. Love the bed, kind of wish I had built this for our boys instead of mates beds, since they have small bedrooms

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

wow, those boards much have really bowed a ton! I have them on 2x2's so they'd have to bow over 1.5" combined. But we are actually changing out the mattress, so I'll probably just whip some screws in there for good measure. Thanks!

@MikkosFree 4 роки тому

Now all I need to do is pray that my client doesn't see this video. I made him a bunk bed that looks exactly like this, and I charged him $350. But then again, materials for his bed cost $250. Good wood costs a lot over here.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

Even if you got the lumber for $75 you have to charge for your time and overhead, so I think $350 is actually cheap. Way too cheap if you spent $250 on materials!!! Don't undervalue your work!

@kings5223 4 роки тому

$100 for the tools, labor and experience to make the bed is a bargain for your client.

@j316finewoodworking6 4 роки тому

350 is super cheap for hand made bunk beds when selling...I don't sell a single twin under 400...🤔

@zero.g13 4 роки тому

@@Fixthisbuildthat one thing i learned from the joker, "if you're good at something, never do it for free"

@TOXICSHARK35 3 роки тому

Jhuliz AJL - Construction grade 2 x 4s would work fine IMO

@TheDarique 3 роки тому

the workshop is complete.. everything is easy to do..

@Gaboyj0214 4 роки тому

Your taking all my money with your damn wonderful plans

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 роки тому

And I hope your happy everytime you pay!

@MillersInAlaska 3 роки тому

Could I switch to bolts (sunk or smooth end) for some of these connections? I'd like the ability to take it apart more easily, but also I'd like to be able to transfer the lower-back horizontal support board to the other side in case we want to move the bed and need the ladder on the other side. Does this make sense? thanks, and BTW I got the plans and they are great!

@razorsharp8642 2 роки тому

Love the vids! Nice touch with the led lights as well. My 40ft RV is limited on space and im looking to create something similar, but have it fold out instead for my two kids. Additional storage compartments would work wonders. Any pre-existing plans available?