@@Tylerhughes007 That's because this guy was searching for a tutorial before this video even came out. You found a tutorial fast since this video was already uploaded 2 months prior.
Just adjust the dimensions for the larger size mattress. My video was based on a full size mattress. A Queen or King would be larger so just adjust accordingly by adding the extra inches as needed.
It may be a little larger as mine was created for a full size bed. Just scale it down a couple inches by figuring out the size difference between a full and twin size mattress.
THANK YOU! Our build is a SUCCESS! We saved Soo much money because we almost bought a $600 pre built frame. My son loves it PLUS it we had a fun time building it Together.
Thanks you. Gonna make this with some modifications. Maybe I’ll add a lip around the edge to kind of contain the bed and maybe add a headboard that will be mounted to the wall. Well done your daughter is lucky to have you.
Thanks 🙏 It would not be that hard. Just figure out the difference in mattress size from a cali king compared to a full size and add that difference to the diagram measurements I listed in the video.
im looking for something just like this finally I find it but I need it for a king lol I guess ill try to do some math to make it work for a king. Thanks for the very clear instructions, right to the point and no muttering nonsence .
So you didn't use the box frame? Guess you don't need to right. Great video. I build custom cabinets for a living. But always love to have blue prints to go off of.
Excellent tutorial! Been looking on various sites all day, and this is the best I’ve encountered…I’m going to attempt to scale this down for a standard twin mattress - 75x38. (Hope my math skills are on point!) What size screws did you use to attach everything? Assuming 3”? Should I use self-tapping? Does it matter? Did you use wood glue? Is it necessary? (My old man OVER-built stuff to withstand hurricanes, hence the question.) He would probably glue/screw AND nail, and add a bazillion metal brackets for added stability.
Update: Built a twin size version of this exact plan in about 3 hours today. Super sturdy and super cool! Total cost (including lumber, box of 3” screws, wood glue & LED tape lights ~ $110). Thanks again for the awesome video & inspiration!
I built 2 of these bed frames already and they turned out great, I wanted to build a twin sized one today, and you just saved me from doing all the math
I honestly don’t remember each piece I purchase as this was a couple years ago but I did lay out the dimensions of what you need to build it though. In todays inflated market, I’d suggest buying longer pieces if possible and cut them down into the smaller pieces as needed to help save money.
Thank you for this video. Could you please give me the cut list for this beautiful full bed set that I can take to Lowes/Home Dept. This is my first project ever and want to do something special for my daughter.
I posted a diagram. However, most of what I purchased were 8’ boards as I did not have a way at the time to haul anything longer such as a 12’ or larger and then cutting it in half. I’d say in todays inflated market, try to save money however possible.
I see where you indicated you laid mattress directly on frame. What kind of mattress? Foam etc. I'm getting a memory foam mattress. So I'm curious if the mattress would sink into area's between the 2 x 4's? I'm thinking about putting luan on top of frame then add mattress. But what a simple effective design.
Good evening, I’m still working on this bed. You said you had about an 8” gap between the upper bed supports. With the 6 boards that go in between the doubles at each end, I’m getting approximately 9.25” between each not 8”? Happy New Year!
I’m building this bed for our grandson as a Christmas gift this year. I used 2 x 6 ‘s for the upper frame. I’m adding the LED lights and also 5 electrical outlets with USB portals. That’s just for added convenience to charge phone, iPad and gaming headset. I’m painting it all gloss black. I’m going to paint a cool color scheme around it to match the rug he’s getting for Christmas. Oh and I used your schematic dimensions. Thank you for sharing. Awesome build and excellent video. How can I send you pictures when I’m finished?
Great vid. great job explaining it step by step. Thank you. I want to make this for a queen size bed. This may be a silly question, but ...If a 200lb adult was sitting on the edge of one side, is there any concern that the bed will tip to that side?
How sturdy did this come out? Me and my mom are building me one and i wanna make sure some....”wrestling” isn’t going to makes me flip the bed or break it.
Just gravity. With the double boards at the ends, the mattress does not slide into any pockets and keeps it in place. You could also use anti slip pads if concerned about the mattress moving but I never had any issues.
I bought the lumber during the Covid lumber price hike so maybe less than $150 however, in normal pricing it should cost around $80 give or take plus the led lights which vary in price.
Keep in mind, I bought the wood during the beginning of the “pandemic” when wood pricing was inflated. I paid maybe $150 tops but it should cost less now.
Yes, 2x6, 2x8, or even 2x12 would work. Just keep in mind. A 2x6 base would keep the bed mattress lower to the ground but if it’s too low, just use a box spring.
That's what I was wondering cause the diagram at the end doesn't say what measurements you cut those 2x4 bracket pieces holding the base to the top . You said they were cut down 2x4 pieces but didn't mention what they were cut down too.
Oh ok, just cut the braces no longer than the height of your base and frame. It really does not matter as long as you can connect the top to the bottom with the 2x4 piece. It’s more of a connect brace.
Figure the height of the 2x10 base + the height of the 2x4 mattress frame ~ so you’re gonna be in the neighborhood of 13-14”. Just use your tape measure and some scrap 2x4 and cut to length needed, secure with screws in top and bottom, no?
It depends on the led light strip you buy. The one I got needed an outlet for the power box. If you don’t have an outlet near your bed, just buy a different set of LED lights.
Might be the BEST DIY video ever created! Plain, simple, explained perfect, easy to understand👍🏾
Thank you! I couldn't find a single full bed floating tutorial.
I found this first try
@@Tylerhughes007 That's because this guy was searching for a tutorial before this video even came out. You found a tutorial fast since this video was already uploaded 2 months prior.
Just adjust the dimensions for the larger size mattress. My video was based on a full size mattress. A Queen or King would be larger so just adjust accordingly by adding the extra inches as needed.
@@DieselLegiance so thus will be good for twin
It may be a little larger as mine was created for a full size bed. Just scale it down a couple inches by figuring out the size difference between a full and twin size mattress.
You’re a damn TEACHER! A lot of peeps do as good as they can to explain but you sir are a true teacher
Thanks 🙏 I do my best
I made the bed for my daughter in one afternoon, wow, and she loved it, it is super sturdy and it fits perfectly, thank you so much!!. $81
That’s awesome 👍🏼
Built it to your instructions, using your diagram. IT'S PERFECT! couldn't be happier with how easy and cheap it was. Thank you so much!!
Awesome 👏
thank you so much this is probably the only video that my brain truly understood haha
THANK YOU! Our build is a SUCCESS! We saved Soo much money because we almost bought a $600 pre built frame. My son loves it PLUS it we had a fun time building it Together.
That’s awesome. Good job 👍🏼
hello do you maybe have the link for the prebuilt frame might want it
Hell of a job explaining the details! This is the one I'm going to build after lots of other site views. Thanks
Thanks you. Gonna make this with some modifications. Maybe I’ll add a lip around the edge to kind of contain the bed and maybe add a headboard that will be mounted to the wall. Well done your daughter is lucky to have you.
Awesome 👍🏼
Need you to do a California king tutorial!! You explain it so well! Couldn’t be done better! Thank you sir
Thanks 🙏 It would not be that hard. Just figure out the difference in mattress size from a cali king compared to a full size and add that difference to the diagram measurements I listed in the video.
I used your plans and added a few tweaks.. It turned out great. Thank you ..
Thanks brother. Gonna build this for my daughter she's 10 years old.
You’re an awesome Dad. 👊🏼
After watching this, I made the exact same one for $123 and 4 hours. Thanks
thanks for the explanation
im looking for something just like this finally I find it but I need it for a king lol I guess ill try to do some math to make it work for a king. Thanks for the very clear instructions, right to the point and no muttering nonsence .
I want to thank you for your amazing and simple video.
Thank you! Your video is so simply I could do it but my boyfriend is gonna build it for us
Nice 👍🏼
This is exactly what i was looking for! Thank you for the drawing also!
Glad I could help 👊🏼
U the best for making the plans thanks
This is The best video ever on floating bed based on what I been watching. Thank you 🔥🔥🔥 well detailed video 💪
Dude I love the barney style. Very good great work.
You explained this very well, thank you very much
Gonna do a king size using your basic frame ratio! Led will be wild too!
Wished I saw this video before buying a new bed frame 2 weeks ago I guess I'll diy my son's
Very nicely done. Simple and to the point!
Thank you so much. looking forward to making this
I'm building this for my daughter thanks man!
Awesome 👊🏼
Just got mine done it looks amazing thanks brother 👍🏼
That’s awesome. Good job 👍🏼
This was really helpful! I hope I can build it myself, I love the idea
Thank you so much. Best floating bed tutorial on UA-cam!!!!
Thanks 🙏 I try...
Thank you! I like the way you explained it
Melhor e mais simples vídeo que vi entre centenas, tá de parabéns.
Thank you soooooooo much!! Very informative and amazing job
Thank you. This was very detailed.
Good job Matt!
Thank you great video . I appreciate the details you gave
Thank you Thank you Thank you!
You can do it 👊🏼
Clearly explained..... thanks so much
Love this 😍😍😍
So you didn't use the box frame? Guess you don't need to right. Great video. I build custom cabinets for a living. But always love to have blue prints to go off of.
thank you so much this help sooooooo much
Hi, it's working! moding an old frame to act as the base support, which is kind of difficult...lol. TY you can doo it. 😁😁
thank you so much and i hope that the wood isnt expensive in my country
Ur a god for thus
Perfect 💯
Can u tell us all the wood mesuerment and how many of them u got?
Good morning sir whatever, that's size good for king or queen size of foam bed mattress, thanks
Thanks man 🙏🏽
Excellent tutorial! Been looking on various sites all day, and this is the best I’ve encountered…I’m going to attempt to scale this down for a standard twin mattress - 75x38. (Hope my math skills are on point!) What size screws did you use to attach everything? Assuming 3”? Should I use self-tapping? Does it matter? Did you use wood glue? Is it necessary? (My old man OVER-built stuff to withstand hurricanes, hence the question.) He would probably glue/screw AND nail, and add a bazillion metal brackets for added stability.
Update: Built a twin size version of this exact plan in about 3 hours today. Super sturdy and super cool! Total cost (including lumber, box of 3” screws, wood glue & LED tape lights ~ $110). Thanks again for the awesome video & inspiration!
Cut List:
2- 2x10x18
2-2x10x62
2-2x4x72
2-2x4x38
7-2x4x35
4-2x4x12.75 cleats (to fasten upper/lower frames)
Awesome 👍🏼
I built 2 of these bed frames already and they turned out great, I wanted to build a twin sized one today, and you just saved me from doing all the math
Could you tell me the number of pieces and length size you got for all the lumber at a store?
That's what I was wondering
I honestly don’t remember each piece I purchase as this was a couple years ago but I did lay out the dimensions of what you need to build it though. In todays inflated market, I’d suggest buying longer pieces if possible and cut them down into the smaller pieces as needed to help save money.
Amazing
Thanks for this 🙏
great work
Thank you for this video. Could you please give me the cut list for this beautiful full bed set that I can take to Lowes/Home Dept. This is my first project ever and want to do something special for my daughter.
I don’t have an exact list but I tried to draw a diagram which I show in the video. Good luck. It’s not that hard. You can do it 👍🏼
@@DieselLegiance Thank you! Will let you know how it goes.
Did you fasten frame to floor? I'm going to build this frame tomorrow. I'm just wondering if it will tip off you sit on the edge
No, I did fasten the top frame to the bottom frame but not to the floor.
Did he ever say how many pieces of 2x4s and stuff he bought before he cut them?
I posted a diagram. However, most of what I purchased were 8’ boards as I did not have a way at the time to haul anything longer such as a 12’ or larger and then cutting it in half. I’d say in todays inflated market, try to save money however possible.
If i put the bottom support in the middle of the frame, would it still be sturdy?
I’d still make sure you have support at the top, middle, and bottom.
What is the material list I really need them
I see where you indicated you laid mattress directly on frame. What kind of mattress? Foam etc. I'm getting a memory foam mattress. So I'm curious if the mattress would sink into area's between the 2 x 4's? I'm thinking about putting luan on top of frame then add mattress. But what a simple effective design.
It was a hybrid with springs and foam top. If using a full foam mattress I'd recommend a sheet of plywood or osb as a base.
Awesome build. Do you think i could use 2.5”. Screws
You probably could use that size screw but slightly longer around 3 inch will give you better bite.
Good evening, I’m still working on this bed. You said you had about an 8” gap between the upper bed supports. With the 6 boards that go in between the doubles at each end, I’m getting approximately 9.25” between each not 8”?
Happy New Year!
I’m building this bed for our grandson as a Christmas gift this year. I used
2 x 6 ‘s for the upper frame. I’m adding the LED lights and also 5 electrical outlets with USB portals. That’s just for added convenience to charge phone, iPad and gaming headset.
I’m painting it all gloss black. I’m going to paint a cool color scheme around it to match the rug he’s getting for Christmas.
Oh and I used your schematic dimensions. Thank you for sharing. Awesome build and excellent video.
How can I send you pictures when I’m finished?
That sounds awesome and I’m sure your Grandson will love it. Merry Christmas 🎄
@@DieselLegiance Merry Christmas and have a Blessed and Happy New Year!
I’m your One thousandth Like your welcome
Great vid. great job explaining it step by step. Thank you. I want to make this for a queen size bed. This may be a silly question, but ...If a 200lb adult was sitting on the edge of one side, is there any concern that the bed will tip to that side?
Thanks. I’m 6’4” and 270pbs and it does not budge when I sit on the edge. I attached the top frame to the bottom frame so it’s solid.
How sturdy did this come out? Me and my mom are building me one and i wanna make sure some....”wrestling” isn’t going to makes me flip the bed or break it.
It’s very sturdy. Just make sure you screw the pieces together and then screw the top frame to the bottom frame.
how tall are the 2x4 brackets that you made to holf the top to the bottom
Don’t remember but it only has to be long enough to join the two sections so maybe 14-18” give or take.
Do you by chance have list of how.many.of.each board you used?
Doesn't it tip over when you sit on the edge?
Not at all. It’s very sturdy.
Perfect video.
Great video! Does the mattress slide off without something to stop it ?
It stays put
how would you go about making a base for a 135cmx200cm top? same principles as shown in the video?
Yep, just make slight adjustments on the measurements.
Do you need to secure this to the wall?
Not at all…
Nice, What keeps the bed from sliding away from the frame
Just gravity. With the double boards at the ends, the mattress does not slide into any pockets and keeps it in place. You could also use anti slip pads if concerned about the mattress moving but I never had any issues.
Hey can? You give a list of what part i should get at home depot to make this?
That's cool!
A little late to this video but I was wondering on how much the cost was so I could save up
I bought the lumber during the Covid lumber price hike so maybe less than $150 however, in normal pricing it should cost around $80 give or take plus the led lights which vary in price.
On a scale of 1-10 how sturdy is the bed? Great Video
I’m no engineer but I’m 6’3 270 lbs and I sit and lay on it and it’s sturdier feeling than my king size bed metal frame.
@@DieselLegiance ok thank you!
Nice video! Is it a problem for me to do this build with 2"x 3" instead of 2"x 4"?
Should be fine
is this for a queen bed?
This was a full size.
Hi, would this work if I built it from plywood? Ply seems a lot cheaper here and I was thinking I could cut the boards any length I need.
As long as the thickness is there I don’t see why not. You may just have to double up the bottom frame to make it thicker and sturdier for support.
Does it tilt when you sit on the edge?
Not at all.
What length screws did you use and did you use any brackets?
No brackets and I think 3” course wood screws
With wood prices nowadays, maybe it is more like $1000 in wood! 😂
Ain’t that the truth!
As of 2023 Dec 3rd, the price for JUST for wood would be 94$
Question. What should be my measurements for a king 80"L × 76"W???
Just take the measurement difference between king and full and add the extra inches.
What was the total cost
Keep in mind, I bought the wood during the beginning of the “pandemic” when wood pricing was inflated. I paid maybe $150 tops but it should cost less now.
Is there a shopping list to follow that will tell me how many boards to buy and what sizes?
Not really, but I did draw a basic diagram with basic dimensions that is posted in the video.
How's the bed holding up? I might build it also
It’s still in the same condition as day 1. My daughter loves it.
how do u get all these woods precut
You could ask the lumber store to cut them for you.
@@DieselLegiance oh ok
Have you ever ran into problems with people sitting on the edge of the bed?
Nope not at all I am 6’3” 270lbs and I do all the time and no issue.
How tall are the pieces?
I can’t remember at this point but I had measurements drawn in the video.
What size of screws
I used decking screws I believe 2-1/2 long
I can't find 2 x 10 timber in the Uk would any size work as long as the other measurements are the same?
Yes, 2x6, 2x8, or even 2x12 would work. Just keep in mind. A 2x6 base would keep the bed mattress lower to the ground but if it’s too low, just use a box spring.
if the bottom piece is 36 inches long and it extends out 10 inches on the top wouldn't that make It 46 inches not 56?
never mind forget I ever ommented
commented not ommented
Hahahahahah!
Does the mattress slip off ever ? Thanks Dave
Not at all, that’s why I doubled up the 2x4’s at the ends. No issues at all.
@@DieselLegiance thanks again
What screws can you use and what size?
Any framing screw is fine and I’d suggest 2.5”-3” length screws
What’s the measurements for the brackets
I’m not sure what brackets you are referring to? I posted a diagram towards the end of the video though. Hopefully that helps.
That's what I was wondering cause the diagram at the end doesn't say what measurements you cut those 2x4 bracket pieces holding the base to the top . You said they were cut down 2x4 pieces but didn't mention what they were cut down too.
Oh ok, just cut the braces no longer than the height of your base and frame. It really does not matter as long as you can connect the top to the bottom with the 2x4 piece. It’s more of a connect brace.
What are the measurements of the 4 pieces of wood holding the top piece down??
I posted a diagram with rough measurements in the video about 9 minutes in to the video. Hope this helps.
Figure the height of the 2x10 base + the height of the 2x4 mattress frame ~ so you’re gonna be in the neighborhood of 13-14”. Just use your tape measure and some scrap 2x4 and cut to length needed, secure with screws in top and bottom, no?
whats an ir blaster box
It came with the LED lights that allows remote access to change the lights.
@@DieselLegiance o so don’t need a plug in for that
It depends on the led light strip you buy. The one I got needed an outlet for the power box. If you don’t have an outlet near your bed, just buy a different set of LED lights.
@@DieselLegiance i do just like her so thats good
Does it tilt when there is a heavy weight sitting on the very side??
Nope, not at all. It’s all screwed in to the frame so it’s not moving...
What kind of wood is it and what rating?
Just basic untreated lumber from lowes.
How long have you had this so that we can know how long it’s lasted?
I’ve had this bed for over 4 months now and it’s in perfect shape as the day I built it.
@@DieselLegiance cool