Cozy Corner Twin Bed Collection...WIDE BOOKCASE UNIT
The Cozy Corner Twin bed collection meets the needs of everyone who doesn't have the wall space for the corner storage twin beds. I made these plans for the family cabin do to the lack of space there however, this plan would work great for my son's bedroom also. I will be constructing the wide bookcase unit for my son's room soon. I haven't received approval from my husband's grandad for the cabin beds. Hopefully he will like them. The following plans are for the wide bookcase, if you have the room, you can do two shelves instead of just one. You simply need to lengthen the sides and add another shelf.
Specifications
| Project type | Twin Beds and Twin Bed Frames |
|---|---|
| Room | Bedroom |
| Style | Children's and Kid's Room Furniture and Toy Plans |
| Difficulty | Beginner Projects |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
2 - 1 x 2 (8')
2 - 1 x 4 (8')
2 - 2 x 4 (8')
3 - 1 x 10 (8') there will be quite a bit extra can be used for next project.
1 - 1 x 12 (8')
1 - 1/4 sheet pywood
Cut List
4 - 1 x 10 @ 31 1.4" (Sides)
2 - 1 x 10 @ 40" (Shelves)
2 - 2 x 4 @ 40" (base supports)
1 - 1 x 2 @ 83" (top trim)
3 - 1 x 2 @ 29 3/4". (side and center trim vertical)
4 - 1 x 4 @ 39 1/4" (Trim for shelf fronts and base)
1 - 1/4" plywood @ 12" x 83" (backing)
1 - 1 x 12 @ 83" (top)
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- hammer
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- drill
- compound miter saw
- table saw
- level
- countersink drill bit
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
(You will build two of these) Attach the shelf and the 2 x 4 supports to the sides using glue and 2in. wood screws. As shown in the picture. Predrill and countersink.
Step 2
Attach the two shelf units together using 1 1/4in. woodscrews. Predrill and countersink. I would use atleast 2 at the top, 2 above the shelf, 2 below the shelf, and 2 at the base.
Step 3
Attach top trim 1 x 2 @ 83" using 1 1/4in finish nails and glue. At the 3 vertical trim pieces 1 x 2 @ 29 3/4" using 1 1/4in. finish nails. Attach the shelf trim and the base front trim pieces 1 x 4 @ 39 1/4" (Please that my picture shows 1 x 2 trim for the shelves but I think the 1 x 4 will cover gap between shelf and matress better)
Step 4
Attach 12" X 83" 1/4in plywood backing to shelf unit using 1 1/4in. finish nails. Please note you could cover the whole back, however since the bottom portion is not seen I figure you could save the rest of the backing for other projects.
Step 5
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/cozy-corner-twin-bed-collectionwide-bookcase-unit