Build Loft Bed Into Wall

It only takes two hours to build.

Build loft bed into wall.

With a stud finder locate the studs in the wall and mark the locations with painter s tape. Measure with a measuring tape and write this figure down. Connect the 79 inch 2 x 6 boards to the 54 inch 2 x 6 boards with wood glue. Drill a 1 4 inch hole through the underside of the loft bed frame and into the wall stud behind the wall.

Decide on the clearance you want underneath the bed. Think bohemian wooden platform beds ultra modern hanging beds and even cozy lofts built right into. Long side wall facing bottom support. Create the top frame by attaching one 2 by 4 to the end wall and one to the side wall with lag bolts through the boards and into wall studs.

There s a complete shopping list tool list general instructions diagrams and color photos to help you build it. One piece measuring 74 ladder pieces. Measure the mattress adding a couple of inches on both sides for sheets and blankets and adding about 2 feet to the length to create a sitting platform. Believe it or not you can build an awesome camp loft bed for just 50 in supplies.

It s true many kids rooms do have a loft bed or a set of kid friendly bunk beds built out in them but loft beds run the gamut stylistically and are much more sophisticated these days. Cut or construct a box using four of the 2 x 6 inch boards. Step 1 measure for the desired height. If you think loft beds are reserved only for kid s rooms or shared spaces it s time to reconsider.

It s great for a tight space and the unique stairs give you more wall space. Grab two of your 81 inch 2 x 6 piece legs as well. Build the bed legs. For best results drill at least three holes on the long side of the bed and two holes on.

Four pieces measuring 42 step 2. With the height of your loft space determined it s time to build your loft bed frame. Using a drill create pilot holes in the boards in which the nuts and screws will go. Hoist frame onto these ledges andscrew a temporary 2x3 onto the opposite side of frame for support until the ladder is added.

Once on a flat surface start building the bed s lower frame and top rail. Attach strips of wood on the wall to rest frame on while screwing into wall. Add ladder and or cables. Make sure you begin your build on the floor or other large flat surface.

Create a butt joint by placing the 54 inch board to the inside of the 79 inch board. Drill pilot holes slightly smaller than the diameter of the lag bolts you are using into the wall studs and headboard.