Dollhouse/Firestation Bunk bed
I have purchased my supplies to build the Fire Station which I can't wait to start. However, I didn't think I would have time to work on the furniture since I doing other homemade things for Christmas gifts. Anyway, to your advantage I ordered a few "replacement" pieces. What does that mean for you? DIMENSIONS! And all you need are some scraps, wood glue, and some teeny tiny pieces of fabric.
Specifications
| Project type | Toys |
|---|---|
| Room | Kids and Toys |
| Style | Children's and Kid's Room Furniture and Toy Plans |
| Difficulty | Beginner Projects |
| Estimated cost | scraps |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
scraps of 3/8in thick plywood
also scraps of 5/8in X 3/8in sticks
(I think I saw something like this in the molding/trim department)
scraps of 1/4in thick or less plywood
Cut List
2 - 5 X 3 1/4 of 3/8in plywood (bunkbed ends)
4 - 4 5/8 long pieces of the 5/8 X 3/8 stick (side rails)
4 - 2 1/8 long pieces of the 5/8 X 3/8 stick (end supports)
2 - 2 1/8 X 4 5/8 of the 1/4 in plywood (bed)
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Sorry I don't have pics for each step but since this isn't for a human being to sleep on I think it will be o.k.:) First cut all your pieces as listed above.
Step 2
Assemble each bunk, see the picture above (4 5/8 pieces are yellow and 2 1/8 pieces are green. Glue together the green pieces and the yellow pieces forming a rectangle. Let the glue dry.
Step 3
Once the glue has dried glue the 2 1/8 X 4 5/8 pieces to each bed. Let the glue dry.
Step 4
Glue each bunk onto one of the end boards (5 X 3 1/4). The side rail of the bottom bunk will be 1/2 from the bottom of the end board to the bottom of the side rail. The top bunk will be 3 5/8in from the bottom of the end board to the bottom of the side rail. Let the glue dry for one side and then repeat with the other side.
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/dollhousefirestation-bunk-bed