Modern Platform Bed Frame [All Sizes]

Get that mattress up off the floor in style, for about the cost of buying a box spring. make it easy. Step by step diagrams, shopping list and cut list from Can be used without a headboard, or pair the king sizes with our Modern Geo Headboard.

Specifications

Project type	Beds and Bed Frames
Room	Bedroom
Style	Modern Style Furniture Plans
Difficulty	Beginner Projects
Estimated cost	$50 - $100

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Modern Platform Bed Frame [All Sizes] dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

TWIN BED FRAME SHOPPING LIST (38" x 75")

3 - 2x6 @ 8 feet long or 92-5/8" stud length
3 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
6 - 1x3 furring strips
40 - 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws
25 - 2" self tapping wood screws (for screwing mattress slats down
6" or 8" hairpin legs with screws for attaching ( Amazon affiliate link to 6" hairpin legs )

FULL BED FRAME SHOPPING LIST (54" x 75")

2 - 2x6 @ 12 feet long (can cut into 5' and 7' pieces to transport)
4 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
7 - 1x3 @ 8 feet long
50 - 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws
50 - 2" self tapping wood screws (for screwing mattress slats down
6" or 8" hairpin legs with screws for attaching ( Amazon affiliate link to 6" hairpin legs )

QUEEN BED FRAME SHOPPING LIST (60" x 80")

2 - 2x6 @ 12 feet long (can cut into 80" and 64" pieces to transport)
4 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
7 - 1x3 @ 8 feet long
50 - 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws
50 - 2" self tapping wood screws (for screwing mattress slats down
6" or 8" hairpin legs with screws for attaching ( Amazon affiliate link to 6" hairpin legs )

STANDARD KING BED FRAME SHOPPING LIST (76" x 80")

4 - 2x6 @ 8 feet or 92-5/8" stud length
5 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
13 - 1x3 @ 8 feet long
60 - 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws
50 - 2" self tapping wood screws (for screwing mattress slats down
6" or 8" hairpin legs with screws for attaching ( Amazon affiliate link to 6" hairpin legs )

CALIFORNIA KING BED FRAME SHOPPING LIST (72" x 84")

4 - 2x6 @ 8 feet or 92-5/8" stud length
5 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
14 - 1x3 @ 8 feet long
60 - 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws
50 - 2" self tapping wood screws (for screwing mattress slats down
6" or 8" hairpin legs with screws for attaching ( Amazon affiliate link to 6" hairpin legs )

Cut List

TWIN BED FRAME CUT LIST (38" x 75")

2 - 2x6 @ 75" - Siderails
2 - 2x4 @ 75" - Center Supports
2 - 2x6 @ 41" - Top and Bottom
4 - 2x4 @ 24" - Ends cut at 45 degrees bevel, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (optional)
12 - 1x3 @ 38" - slats

FULL BED FRAME CUT LIST (54" x 75")

2 - 2x6 @ 75" - Siderails
3 - 2x4 @ 75" - Center Supports
2 - 2x6 @ 57" - Top and Bottom
4 - 2x4 @ 24" - Ends cut at 45 degrees bevel, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (optional)
2 - 2x4 @ 9-1/2" (center legs) for 6" hairpin legs (for 8" hairpin legs, cut at 11-1/2" long
21 - 1x3 @ 32" - slats

QUEEN BED FRAME CUT LIST (60" x 80")

2 - 2x6 @ 80" - Siderails
3 - 2x4 @ 80" - Center Supports
2 - 2x6 @ 63" - Top and Bottom
4 - 2x4 @ 24" - Ends cut at 45 degrees bevel, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (optional)
2 - 2x4 @ 9-1/2" (center legs) for 6" hairpin legs (for 8" hairpin legs, cut at 11-1/2" long
21 - 1x3 @ 32" - slats

STANDARD KING BED FRAME CUT LIST (76" x 80")

2 - 2x6 @ 80" - Siderails
4 - 2x4 @ 80" - Center Supports
2 - 2x6 @ 79" - Top and Bottom
4 - 2x4 @ 24" - Ends cut at 45 degrees bevel, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (optional)
2 - 2x4 @ 9-1/2" (center legs) for 6" hairpin legs (for 8" hairpin legs, cut at 11-1/2" long
13 - 1x3 @ 76" - slats

CALIFORNIA KING BED FRAME CUT LIST (72" x 84")

2 - 2x6 @ 84" - Siderails
4 - 2x4 @ 84" - Center Supports
2 - 2x6 @ 75" - Top and Bottom
4 - 2x4 @ 24" - Ends cut at 45 degrees bevel, ends NOT parallel, long point to long point measurement (optional)
2 - 2x4 @ 9-1/2" (center legs) for 6" hairpin legs (for 8" hairpin legs, cut at 11-1/2" long
14 - 1x3 @ 72" - slats

Tools

measuring tape
square
pencil
safety glasses
hearing protection
drill
circular saw
sander

Step-by-step Instructions

Lay the 2x6, best side down, on your work surface of the floor.

Place a 2x4 on top, bottom and end edges flush. Attach with 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws.

Modern Platform Bed Frame [All Sizes] — step 1

Step 2

Screw the remaining 2x6s to the ends of your siderails, with the 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws.

Add center supports -

• none needed for twin • one for full and queen • two for kings Use 2-1/2" self tapping wood screws to attach

Modern Platform Bed Frame [All Sizes] — step 3

Step 4

Attached the hairpin legs to the bottom of the bed.

Angled supports can help strengthen up your bed and will help it last longer (but not required)

Cut the angles at 45 degrees with either a miter saw or setting your circular saw blade to 45 degree bevel and cutting. Make sure your bed frame is square by taking opposite diagonals, and adjusting the bed until the diagonals match. Attach with 2-1/2" self tapping screws.

Modern Platform Bed Frame [All Sizes] — step 5

Step 6

Add center legs to the center supports. You may wish to measure and cut to height - as the hairpin legs may be slightly taller or shorter than advertised.

Lay slats down in the bed, about 4" apart.

For the full and queen slats, alternate as done here (this reduces waste and conserves lumber) Screw down with the shorter screws.

Modern Platform Bed Frame [All Sizes] — step 7

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/modern-platform-bed-frame-all-sizes