Chestwick Platform Bed
to build this bed! It's easy and made of solid wood! Check out the plans!
Specifications
| Project type | Beds and Bed Frames |
|---|---|
| Room | Bedroom |
| Style | Cottage Style Furniture Plans |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Estimated cost | $100-$150 |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
- 4 – 4” tall Furniture Feet
- 8 – 3/4" x 3/4" moulding, 8 feet long (if you can, 4 of the 8 can be 6 feet long)
- 2 – 2x8 @ 8 feet long
- 1 – 2x8 @ 12 feet long (cut in half)
- 3 – 2x4 @ 8 feet long
- 8 – 1x3 @ 8 feet long
- Wood slats or box spring
Cut List
- 2 – 2x8 @ 63”
- 2 – 2x8 @ 80”
- 3 – 2x4 @ 80”
- 4 – 1x3 @ 80”
- 4 – 1x3 @ 65”
- 4 – 3/4" x 3/4" moulding @ 63” (shortest point, both ends mitered at 45 degrees off square)
- 4– 3/4" x 3/4" moulding @ 83” (shortest point, both ends mitered at 45 degrees off square)
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- circular saw
- compound miter saw
- nailer
- sander
- countersink drill bit
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Okay! What we do here is just build a big box. But you have to make sure the box is square. So take diagonals and make sure they match. And if they don't, force them to match. This bed was put together using a Kreg Jig. Use 1 1/2" Pocket Holes and 2 1/2" PH screws for building the frame.
Step 2
These are the supports for the mattresses. With a queen size, you will need a center support as well.
Step 3
Now we just trim the sides.
And the front and back.
NOTE: If you are planning on pushing this bed all the way against the headboard wall, you may wish to swap out the 1x3 on the headboard side for 1x2s. This will minimize the gap between the mattress and the wall behind the bed.
Step 5
Step 6
Attach legs as instructed by the leg manufacturer.
Step 7
Step 8
And we also have the matching headboard plans up too!
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/chestwick-platform-bed-queen-size