I built this for my daughter last weekend, thank you for the video and inspiration. I did however take it a step further and added a pod swing off of one end. Subbed!
Amazing job! I love how your "assembly assistant" (Lucy) brought you a toy. Was that to cuddle with after the bed was put together? Lol Cheers from TO!
My daughter is turning 3 next month and I'm pretty sure I'm going to use this design for her. I just have to not fry my brain figuring out how to make the dimensions for a full bed. Thanks for posting!
First your awesome. My friends asked me to make them this bed but they are in the military and move every 3 years. I’m worried if I don’t use some type of screw inserts joinery the screw holes will wear out. But what I can’t figure out is how to use inserts with a pocket hole jig
I’ve never tried inserts, but, you could skip the pocket holes and use some sort of corner bracket and use inserts with those instead of you (they) plan to take it apart and put back together pretty often
I’m just about finished building this bed! I’m building the full size for my 3 yo daughter. My only complaint is my own skill! I would have left a bit more than 10.5 inches for the panels to squeeze into the frame, though. I was beating like mad trying to get them in and broke a piece of wood and had to start over on the panel. Also, I’ve never messed with poly so that was a real pain... some of my panels bowed and I just didn’t turn out as good as this. Frustrating, but my own lack of skill. Thanks for answering my questions along the way!
Dont beat yourself up! I’m sure it’s better than you think-we are always our worst critics. But I’m sure you’ve learned in the process and that’s the best part! You learn as you go and that’s all part of the process 😄 next time will be better and it just always gets better as you go. I’m sure your daughter will love it!
@@WoodshopDiaries thanks!! I don’t know how long it’ll take for the poly smell to dissipate, so I’ll leave in our garage for a few days before putting in her room. We took her to pottery barn kids yesterday to pick out all new bedding (sheets, comforter, shams, etc... we didn’t love the choice, but she did. We never let her have this type of control, but it was her birthday present so we told her to pick them out. 🙄. Thanks again!!
Is the video intro showing the bed I. It’s fully finished state, or before finishing (stain, poly, etc.)? If it’s finished in the intro, what did you use to finish it and how many coats? Thank you @Shara! You’re the best!!!
It’s finished. I just used a clear coat poly on it 😄👍 check out my finishing guide here: www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer/
Just finished building one of those for my daughter, it looks great! The frame size ended up being a little bit bigger than the mattress. I would rather reduce the size by 1 or 2 inches in each direction.
Did you rip all the roundovers off on a table saw prior to building this? Did you make all the cuts before sanding? Just trying to figure out how I'm going to begin. I bought the full size plans today.
I almost always rip my round over edges off on my table saw on my 2x material. However, do keep in mind that the plans don’t account for that. The plans account for using a full 2x4, 2x6, etc. because not everyone has a table saw. If you rip off the edges, you need to account for the difference in the plans. In many cases, it won’t make a difference, but in some cases, it may make a small difference. Also, I sand after cutting, after assembling, before finish and between coats of finish.
How did you transport this. I think you said you made it for your friend. Also, would be nice to get links or details of the 2 pocket hole jigs. Thanks for this wonderful video.
The bed is in four pieces plus slats. You can see this in the plans: www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-kids-house-bed/ Also, they’ve discontinued some of the Jigs here, but I break down each one and the differences between them here: www.woodshopdiaries.com/which-pocket-hole-jig-should-you-buy/
Any chance you have plans for a full size bed? I know they exist for queen and twin! My daughter turns 3 in May, and id love to build my daughters first bed (sans crib). I don’t have a table saw, but I can get one. I just want to make sure I’m cutting the right size for a full. Thanks in advance!
@@WoodshopDiaries Thanks! I just bought them. Quick question! A standard full size mattress is 75inches long by 53 inches wide. Given the dimensions of the plans length and depth, is there really a 6 inch gap on the side and an 8 inch gap on the top/bottom between the mattress and frame? Just want to make sure I understand before I start. I’d like the mattress as flush as possible all the way around 😀
So the overall dimensions aren't the INSIDE dimensions. The inside dimensions for the mattress to fit into are 56" x 80". That allows some wiggle room on all sides of the mattress for the bedding to fit down into. I found leaving the space made switching out and tucking in the bedding MUCH easier. However, if you don't want room for the bedding, one easy way to remove some of this space without changing any dimensions is to attach the bottom section of the side panels flush to the INSIDE of the frame, instead of the OUTSIDE of the frame.
I'm like you ..that would be a great place to just hang out..read a book..snuggle up and watch tv or a movie. Hanging little white lights or maybe a latern would look good on it.
You can find full plans available here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/printable-pdf-building-plans/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans I know the URL says queen, but you can choose between queen or full when you go to the page
Would you be able list the tools needed to make this? I’m new to all this but very resourceful. Just need to know what I’m looking for exactly. There’s so many different kinds of tools idk where to start looking!
@@WoodshopDiaries wow thanks for the quick response! I promised I looked before I asked lol I must not have been looking too well. I just saw them after scrolling through the pics at the top of the page. Thanks again! 😊
I just went over the steps and directions. There are some discrepancies between the video and the directions. The two front frames - the directions say to use (4) 2x4s between the bottom and top 2x6s. The video shows a 1x4 on the outside and a 2x4 on the inside. This allows you to nail the panel into the 1x4. Also for the back panel the directions tell you to use two 2x4s with a 1x4 sandwiched between them. The video has you using all 1x4s. If you did this according to the directions the panel would not be flush because of the added 1x4 support. Please check my observations but I’m going over this in preparation of building it. Thanks much.
Sue P I just double checked the instructions and they are correct. The front frame uses 2x4s AND 1x4s between the top and bottom boards. The 1x4s go on the far left and right and the 2x4s are towards the center. Also it shows the back frame using 2x4s on the left and right of the frame and a 1x4 board in the center of the frame. The instructions are correct. The diagrams, cut list, and written instructions should help 👍
Thanks for double checking me on this. I went through the instructions and wrote everything down because I’m making a different size. Which reminds me. I need some help. I know you mentioned some theory but I’m old enough to know the guy who figured the theory out! What would be the angle on the 2x4s for the side frames for a full size bed. Instructions said a full size mattress is 54x75. Appreciate your help. Thanks much!
Sue P once you modify the side lengths to fit the mattress you are using, you can use basic trigonometry to figure out the angles and lengths that work for you. An explanation of how to figure the angles are here: www.mathsisfun.com/algebra/trigonometry.html
Thank you! But I didn’t start out like this. I’ve slowly added a tool here and there as I needed it over the last few years. Everyone starts somewhere. I encourage you, if you want to start, to start out with one or two tools and get creative. I built a ton of stuff when I first started out with a cheap $30 jig saw and a hammer.
@@WoodshopDiaries how many types of jigs were you using in this vid? I saw a smaller one (the size of a small crayon box, a bit longer though,, then I saw a big one with a handle you were adjusting. I don’t have one, but I want to buy one, or whatever I need for this build.
Hi! The full and queen are available here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/printable-pdf-building-plans/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans
Lumber prices have really gone up lately. I’d recommend checking the materials list in the blog post and comparing current prices in your area. You can find the material list in the plans here: www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-kids-house-bed/
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I built this for my daughter last weekend, thank you for the video and inspiration. I did however take it a step further and added a pod swing off of one end. Subbed!
That’s awesome! I’m sure she loves it!
Do you have a picture that you could share? I would love to see it!
Got my queen working, thanks for the great plans, finding straight wood was bit of a challenge lol.
Très joli travail bravo à bientôt salut Jeannot 🛠😉
Great job looks awesome and more unique than a standard bed with the option to make a cool fort out of it. Thanks for sharing.
I’m tempted to build this bed for myself
Happy building!! 😄
My daughter would love this! Thanks for the inspiration!
Michael Schnoblen it’s such a fun design. I wish I had one when I was little haha. Thanks for watching!
Shara! This looks amazing!
DIY Huntress thanks girl friend!! 💕💕
I love it Shara brilliant mind. Nice work. Need long drawers in the bottom for storage but still love the project
Fred G the mattress sits so low to the ground, there’s not much room for storage, but you could give it a shot
Shara Woodshop Diaries yeah I did notice that. Where did you get the mattress pretty huge...lol
As always a great build and presentation. Watch out A.W. there's a new lady on the block.
Bobby Sharp's Made by Hand Shop thank you so much! And if AW is April Wilkerson, I don’t think she has much competition from me haha. She’s legit!
Nice job Shara! 😃👍🏻👊🏻
Amazing job! I love how your "assembly assistant" (Lucy) brought you a toy. Was that to cuddle with after the bed was put together? Lol Cheers from TO!
My daughter is turning 3 next month and I'm pretty sure I'm going to use this design for her. I just have to not fry my brain figuring out how to make the dimensions for a full bed. Thanks for posting!
Thanks for the plans, great bed for kids.
Cute bed! It would also make a cute dog bed
That is awesome. You did a great job. Thanks for sharing
Derrick 112 thanks for watching!
Excelent ....very simple , perfect , congratualtions !
Awesome bed , dumb question here do I have to wait 24 hrs for the glue ups to dry before I start doing pocket holes ?
It really depends on the brand/type of glue and the environment conditions. I’d recommend checking the glue you’re using for recommendations there.
First your awesome. My friends asked me to make them this bed but they are in the military and move every 3 years. I’m worried if I don’t use some type of screw inserts joinery the screw holes will wear out. But what I can’t figure out is how to use inserts with a pocket hole jig
I’ve never tried inserts, but, you could skip the pocket holes and use some sort of corner bracket and use inserts with those instead of you (they) plan to take it apart and put back together pretty often
Superbe realisation et merci pour ton partage tu sais me dire en materiel combien ca coute pour la merchandise je te remercie deja a+
This is awesome, I love it and of course gonna give it a try, thank you 👍
Yay! Glad to hear it! Happy building!
I’m just about finished building this bed! I’m building the full size for my 3 yo daughter. My only complaint is my own skill! I would have left a bit more than 10.5 inches for the panels to squeeze into the frame, though. I was beating like mad trying to get them in and broke a piece of wood and had to start over on the panel. Also, I’ve never messed with poly so that was a real pain... some of my panels bowed and I just didn’t turn out as good as this. Frustrating, but my own lack of skill. Thanks for answering my questions along the way!
Dont beat yourself up! I’m sure it’s better than you think-we are always our worst critics. But I’m sure you’ve learned in the process and that’s the best part! You learn as you go and that’s all part of the process 😄 next time will be better and it just always gets better as you go. I’m sure your daughter will love it!
@@WoodshopDiaries thanks!! I don’t know how long it’ll take for the poly smell to dissipate, so I’ll leave in our garage for a few days before putting in her room. We took her to pottery barn kids yesterday to pick out all new bedding (sheets, comforter, shams, etc... we didn’t love the choice, but she did. We never let her have this type of control, but it was her birthday present so we told her to pick them out. 🙄. Thanks again!!
Hello! Could you please share the plan for the full size bed? Thanks in advance
Super boulot et relaxent 👍
Is the video intro showing the bed I. It’s fully finished state, or before finishing (stain, poly, etc.)? If it’s finished in the intro, what did you use to finish it and how many coats? Thank you @Shara! You’re the best!!!
It’s finished. I just used a clear coat poly on it 😄👍 check out my finishing guide here:
www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer/
This is a great project!! Are your 2x4’s and 2x6’s square edges? Most come with rounded edges. Did you have to square the edges?
Very cool project I love it
OUGGRINIS CONSTRUCTION Thank you!
Just finished building one of those for my daughter, it looks great! The frame size ended up being a little bit bigger than the mattress. I would rather reduce the size by 1 or 2 inches in each direction.
Yes it’s intentionally left a little oversized so that you can more easily put on the bedding and tuck it in 👍
Its gorgeous 💕
Thanks so much!
Great job! Looks fantastic!
The Weekend DIYer thank you!
hi, thank you great design i will make it oneday
Awesome!!
Did you rip all the roundovers off on a table saw prior to building this? Did you make all the cuts before sanding? Just trying to figure out how I'm going to begin. I bought the full size plans today.
I almost always rip my round over edges off on my table saw on my 2x material. However, do keep in mind that the plans don’t account for that. The plans account for using a full 2x4, 2x6, etc. because not everyone has a table saw. If you rip off the edges, you need to account for the difference in the plans. In many cases, it won’t make a difference, but in some cases, it may make a small difference.
Also, I sand after cutting, after assembling, before finish and between coats of finish.
@@WoodshopDiaries Got it, thanks!
How did you transport this. I think you said you made it for your friend.
Also, would be nice to get links or details of the 2 pocket hole jigs.
Thanks for this wonderful video.
The bed is in four pieces plus slats. You can see this in the plans:
www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-kids-house-bed/
Also, they’ve discontinued some of the Jigs here, but I break down each one and the differences between them here:
www.woodshopdiaries.com/which-pocket-hole-jig-should-you-buy/
love the boots :)
I love this bed. Plan on building for our youngest daughter. What type of mattress did you use in this video?
It’s a queen size mattress...just a regular one, nothing fancy
How did you manage square joints with no clamps when driving the pocket screws? Impressed
Lots of practice 😉 if your boards have square ends, it’s pretty easy to get square joints when you drive the screws
Brilliant idea and gorgeous bed! What kind of mattress did you use during the staging? Is it as comfortable as it looks? 😉
Thank you! It could use an upgrade, but it’s still pretty comfortable 😂
Seems like this could easily be converted into small greenhouse plans. Hmmm... 🤔
Any chance you have plans for a full size bed? I know they exist for queen and twin! My daughter turns 3 in May, and id love to build my daughters first bed (sans crib). I don’t have a table saw, but I can get one. I just want to make sure I’m cutting the right size for a full. Thanks in advance!
Hi! I do! You can find them here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/printable-pdf-building-plans/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans
@@WoodshopDiaries Thanks! I just bought them. Quick question! A standard full size mattress is 75inches long by 53 inches wide. Given the dimensions of the plans length and depth, is there really a 6 inch gap on the side and an 8 inch gap on the top/bottom between the mattress and frame? Just want to make sure I understand before I start. I’d like the mattress as flush as possible all the way around 😀
So the overall dimensions aren't the INSIDE dimensions. The inside dimensions for the mattress to fit into are 56" x 80". That allows some wiggle room on all sides of the mattress for the bedding to fit down into. I found leaving the space made switching out and tucking in the bedding MUCH easier. However, if you don't want room for the bedding, one easy way to remove some of this space without changing any dimensions is to attach the bottom section of the side panels flush to the INSIDE of the frame, instead of the OUTSIDE of the frame.
nice. beautiful
I'm like you ..that would be a great place to just hang out..read a book..snuggle up and watch tv or a movie. Hanging little white lights or maybe a latern would look good on it.
Great video!! You inspired me to build a bed for my son!!
The link doesn’t work when I try and open the plans
Yay! I updated the links. Try it now 👍
Shara Woodshop Diaries yes it worked!! Thank you :). Subbed!
Looks awesome! Roughly how much did this cost to make?
This is a queen size and it cost about $250 or so.
HI! I love this design! However, we are beginner DIYers and need this for a full bed, do you happen to have the plans for a full bed?!
I am working on plans for a full today actually!! I’ll let you know when they’re posted 👍
You can find full plans available here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/printable-pdf-building-plans/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans
I know the URL says queen, but you can choose between queen or full when you go to the page
The perfect bed, where is the link for the twin
Conrad Cusick thank you! It’s linked in the description. But here it is again:
www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-kids-house-bed/
Would you be able list the tools needed to make this? I’m new to all this but very resourceful. Just need to know what I’m looking for exactly. There’s so many different kinds of tools idk where to start looking!
The tools I used are found in the plans here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans
@@WoodshopDiaries wow thanks for the quick response!
I promised I looked before I asked lol I must not have been looking too well. I just saw them after scrolling through the pics at the top of the page. Thanks again! 😊
No worries! I’m here to help :)
I'm planning on making it next week. Exactly what kind of wood did you use? Thank you, love the channel!
I used pine and spruce 👍 thanks so much!
Hi! I’m wanting to use this design to build a queen for my son. How much lumber would it cost to build one?
Depends on your location and lumber prices where you are. I’d estimate $300 ish
Is there a place to purchase the Queen plans like the one in the video
Yep! Here and select Queen as your size:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/beds/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans
Are the plans for a queen available?
Please share if available! Tnx!!
Nice
Thanks
This is Beautiful, do you have the measurements for the Queen?
Thank you! You can find the plans for a queen here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans
I just went over the steps and directions. There are some discrepancies between the video and the directions. The two front frames - the directions say to use (4) 2x4s between the bottom and top 2x6s. The video shows a 1x4 on the outside and a 2x4 on the inside. This allows you to nail the panel into the 1x4. Also for the back panel the directions tell you to use two 2x4s with a 1x4 sandwiched between them. The video has you using all 1x4s. If you did this according to the directions the panel would not be flush because of the added 1x4 support. Please check my observations but I’m going over this in preparation of building it. Thanks much.
Sue P I just double checked the instructions and they are correct. The front frame uses 2x4s AND 1x4s between the top and bottom boards. The 1x4s go on the far left and right and the 2x4s are towards the center. Also it shows the back frame using 2x4s on the left and right of the frame and a 1x4 board in the center of the frame. The instructions are correct. The diagrams, cut list, and written instructions should help 👍
Thanks for double checking me on this. I went through the instructions and wrote everything down because I’m making a different size. Which reminds me. I need some help. I know you mentioned some theory but I’m old enough to know the guy who figured the theory out! What would be the angle on the 2x4s for the side frames for a full size bed. Instructions said a full size mattress is 54x75. Appreciate your help. Thanks much!
Sue P once you modify the side lengths to fit the mattress you are using, you can use basic trigonometry to figure out the angles and lengths that work for you. An explanation of how to figure the angles are here:
www.mathsisfun.com/algebra/trigonometry.html
Thanks for the link. I’ll be sure to go there.
so beautiful! I wish i had all those tools :(
Thank you! But I didn’t start out like this. I’ve slowly added a tool here and there as I needed it over the last few years. Everyone starts somewhere. I encourage you, if you want to start, to start out with one or two tools and get creative. I built a ton of stuff when I first started out with a cheap $30 jig saw and a hammer.
@@WoodshopDiaries how many types of jigs were you using in this vid? I saw a smaller one (the size of a small crayon box, a bit longer though,, then I saw a big one with a handle you were adjusting. I don’t have one, but I want to buy one, or whatever I need for this build.
Hi! Where can i find the plans for the queen size?
Hi! The full and queen are available here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/printable-pdf-building-plans/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans
@@WoodshopDiaries thanks!!
Love this but is it possible to get the measurements you used in the video? 😊
I have plans for a queen size available here: woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans
Thank you so much 😊😊😊
Do you have the dimensions to make the queen size one ?
I do here. Just choose Queen from the drop down menu:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/beds/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans
Where do u get this nice lumber?
Rakeshkumar Mistry got this at Home Depot 👍 I pick through the stacks to find the best ones.
What kind of finish was the polyurethane you used? Matte, semi gloss?
Semi gloss Minwax Polycrylic 👍
Shara Woodshop Diaries
Thank you so much. My kids loved these. As my first build, they came out great.
How much did this cost making the twin? For the lumber?
Lumber prices have really gone up lately. I’d recommend checking the materials list in the blog post and comparing current prices in your area. You can find the material list in the plans here:
www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-kids-house-bed/
all good, but when cutting why not wear chinstrap?
What about a full size measurements?
You can find them here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com/collections/printable-pdf-building-plans/products/queen-size-house-bed-pdf-plans
How much would you charge to make this for someone??
I don’t build commissions right now.
Ive never built anything a day in my life...i have two sons and i would love this for them but honey honey honey😂😭
😂😂😂 I'm thinking, ummm should I just pay some one to do this. Don't even know what a quarter pocket hole is hahahaaa.
Are you hiring I'm serious expert presentation
I have none of those cool toys, I mean tools
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