DIY IKEA PLATFORM BED made from Kallax/Expedit bookcase! | Chelsea Mason

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  • @ChelsMason
    @ChelsMason  8 років тому +106

    Hey guys, so I've added in a bunch of FAQ/most asked questions in the description so check that out. I may have answered your question already.
    Also more detailed instructions & information www.ikeahackers.net/2015/03/raised-bed-inside-built-wardrobe.html
    Love you all x

    • @absolutelynot1797
      @absolutelynot1797 8 років тому +6

      You're really independant

    • @ryanpeter9080
      @ryanpeter9080 8 років тому +3

      quite the wee handy woman 👍☺

    • @Marcuslovesyouu
      @Marcuslovesyouu 6 років тому +2

      I'm curious to know why did you use 2 "four box cubes" for the back wall instead of using another "eight box cube"? I'm asking because I want to try this but if I can buy 3 units instead of 4 it will make life much easier lol.

    • @swaraleesangle849
      @swaraleesangle849 6 років тому

      The serum used to paint the planks is called varnish aka wood polish

    • @jadaj2813
      @jadaj2813 3 роки тому +2

      How is it holding up??

  • @mudflapbrokentire
    @mudflapbrokentire 9 років тому +387

    this is by far the most creative bedroom makeover I've ever seen

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому +7

      +Grace Gordon Thankyou so much!!

  • @jasminenguyen8219
    @jasminenguyen8219 9 років тому +224

    That area under neath the bed is like a kids dream to use it as another room underneath. love it

  • @jeibodega7467
    @jeibodega7467 9 років тому +560

    I love the little space at the bottom of you're bed. I feel like I would sleep there most nights instead of on the actual bed

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому +107

      Jennely P. I actully have done that a few time... its so cosy! :)

    • @sarahdicarlo8318
      @sarahdicarlo8318 9 років тому +43

      I bet you could fit a twin sized bed in that space! Great for sleepovers!

    • @rollingtones1
      @rollingtones1 4 роки тому +6

      Jennely P. Silly girl - that’s where the Boogieman sleeps!

    • @kyskyna
      @kyskyna 4 роки тому +4

      @Jennely P. I'd be scared a ghost is under my bed😬

  • @xokree
    @xokree 9 років тому +555

    I LOVE how u did everything urself! Girl Power

  • @gojofeinTYBG
    @gojofeinTYBG 9 років тому +49

    I just wanted to say thank you! I did this bed design with a few of my own touches and the bed is sturdy and it makes my room look fabulous!

  • @lildee_w6254
    @lildee_w6254 9 років тому +55

    I have never thought of raising my bed to have more storage under neath! OhMyGod such a clever idea!

  • @maddieking8834
    @maddieking8834 8 років тому +387

    I can't even put up a poster with out messing up lol

  • @ppsuksiri4245
    @ppsuksiri4245 7 років тому +11

    This is so smart. Thank you so much for this idea. I've been watching raised bed diy videos for 30 mins and just found yours. So creative.and perfect for apartment livers that can't drill holes in walls.

  • @rebeccamoyal5973
    @rebeccamoyal5973 8 років тому +51

    Please do an update video on your whole room and how you like the bed situation!

  • @jolijnlammerink4758
    @jolijnlammerink4758 9 років тому +5

    omg, you have no idea how happy I am right now. My parents agreed on me having a bigger bed. But I could not find the perfect one. Well, quess what?... I just did!! Thank you so much!!! I love the idea btw. xx sorry if I misspelled something, I'm Dutch

  • @pikachueevee8733
    @pikachueevee8733 8 років тому +4

    Omg!! This is amazing honestly I'm looking at these kinds of videos because my room is unorganized and messy putting the bed into the clostet thing was the smartest thing ever I'm going to try this thanks!!!

  • @bunnyboohalo6966
    @bunnyboohalo6966 8 років тому +4

    this will be my forever favorite room saver diy

  • @100hopeful1
    @100hopeful1 9 років тому +2

    Yasssssssss. I love that you did basically everything! Ugh I love how your vision came out. This is so cool

  • @chynanhua5562
    @chynanhua5562 7 років тому +1

    I love the space you have created for your dog underneath your bed.❤️

  • @halarkin
    @halarkin 8 років тому +2

    That's really cool. If you end up having to pull out super tall nails again, you can place a fat chunk of scrap wood next to the nail, and use that to lever the hammer. I think I'm going to try this build in my studio. Thanks!

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  8 років тому +1

      Oh thats so helpful! Thank you!

  • @cerhale4026
    @cerhale4026 7 років тому

    This is such a fab way of getting rid of clutter! And how you made this yourself too with Ikea furniture is insane!

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  7 років тому

      CerysJane Thanks gorgeous!!

  • @HannaHexagon
    @HannaHexagon 9 років тому

    It's so refreshing to watch a you do this. Girl powerrrrrr!

  • @sheetstoshimmer
    @sheetstoshimmer 9 років тому +1

    Omg the idea for your bed is genius!

  • @charlottecrowe851
    @charlottecrowe851 9 років тому

    YAY FINALLY AN AUSTRALIAN UA-camR!!!! Thank you

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      +Charlotte crowe Aussie Aussie Aussie OI OI OI

  • @pandanina
    @pandanina 7 років тому +10

    For all those who have 90 x 200 cm mattresses: buy 4 shelves from IKEA (KALLAX, 77x147cm), put them together and fix the 6 slats. Thats it! :)

  • @927meli
    @927meli 9 років тому +1

    Omg! That was incredible! Will love to see more videos like this. Or any ideas for storage! Lol you're awesome!

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      melissa valdez Thanks so much lovely!

  • @rubiah1594
    @rubiah1594 8 років тому +1

    u should do more of this kind of diy! they are so cool, dope and unique!

  • @lissblakeley9413
    @lissblakeley9413 9 років тому +3

    I love the bed & the closet idea. It's really cute *o*

  • @Dukedija13
    @Dukedija13 7 років тому +1

    Clap...clap..clap....Amazing work Chelsea...

  • @beebeetee2926
    @beebeetee2926 9 років тому +1

    Dope, very creative Cute doggie bed underneath too. Great job thinking outside the box using the bookshelf.

  • @Calida
    @Calida 7 років тому +1

    I really loved that the solution was really simple!

  • @Johnny5932u
    @Johnny5932u 2 роки тому

    I had the exact same white utility shelf seen in the beginning, I turned it into a storage bed by laying it horizontal, add board and legs underneath and flip open doors on top. I used two units to build a queen bed leaving some spacing in between.

  • @ashddd
    @ashddd 9 років тому +6

    this is so smart holy moly

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому +1

      Haha thanks :) I'm glad it actually worked ;)

  • @ellarichardson6155
    @ellarichardson6155 9 років тому +1

    omg i love this and i like the way that you did the video too
    i love the way that you have ellies bed underneath

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      Ella Richardson aw thankyou!

  • @hadleyiselin9860
    @hadleyiselin9860 9 років тому +1

    This is so creative and so unique!! More videos like this please;)

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      Hadley Iselin Thankyou! will do :)

  • @zoeweijsenborn
    @zoeweijsenborn 9 років тому +151

    i want this room now 😓

  • @Stellaaa1989
    @Stellaaa1989 9 років тому +2

    Love it! I was going to do the exact same thing for bed frame but with 4X Kallax cause I wanted it lower but then I concerned if it won't support my weight LOL but you're right that we can always use hard wood for a better support. Nice video! Keep it up

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому +1

      PuPae S. Thank you so much! :D

  • @sg8361
    @sg8361 9 років тому +1

    Did you do part two yet? I'm dying for it!!

  • @beautybymisssophie
    @beautybymisssophie 9 років тому +2

    You have done such a good job hun! It looks awesome xx

  • @severus05
    @severus05 9 років тому +1

    im glad i found this video!! now i know how to decorate my room and still have storage

  • @AngelinaTzeng
    @AngelinaTzeng 9 років тому +2

    This is an amazing bed idea and really love it!! You did a great job😊😊

  • @BlauPupsLiniert
    @BlauPupsLiniert 9 років тому

    WOW! That's such a great idea! Now i go and ask my husband, if we can do that too. When i'm back with a video of my tears, he actually said no.

  • @seafarer_
    @seafarer_ 7 років тому +1

    dang you're so handy! i love these kinds of videos

  • @jeanninemartine
    @jeanninemartine 2 роки тому

    The before was kind of organized and nice. I liked it.

  • @kellyhathaway1077
    @kellyhathaway1077 9 років тому +13

    Btw if you plan on making it and this video isn't enough instruction the link in the bio to the ikea hackers site has more info you just need to click the link and search platform bed and scroll a little. Me and my mom are making it today!

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому +2

      +Kelly Hathaway How did you go? :)

  • @scannell8321
    @scannell8321 7 років тому +1

    Who needs a handyman when you have a handymom!!

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  7 років тому

      Robert Scannell hahaha I'm not a mum

  • @petrblaha6618
    @petrblaha6618 9 років тому +84

    I'm curious for how long these IKEA shelving units will last stable and sturdy...

    • @nienkespitzers
      @nienkespitzers 6 років тому +11

      have you even had ikea?

    • @mel6691
      @mel6691 6 років тому +35

      They actually are quite stable for what they are. Can't have sex on that bed tho thats for sure

    • @sarahharris5478
      @sarahharris5478 5 років тому +2

      Right... I have these & was told to never even stand on top of them

    • @liamileson8567
      @liamileson8567 5 років тому

      Mel eww

    • @silverdirtdraws9828
      @silverdirtdraws9828 5 років тому +15

      @@sarahharris5478 difference with standing on them and putting a bed on them is that the weight is spread between all the supports and not focused on just one. Which makes it effectively "lighter" (like holding something in one hand vs two)

  • @darlizzle.-5735
    @darlizzle.-5735 9 років тому +1

    I love it, this inspired me for when I'm finally moving out

  • @AyeshaNoelle
    @AyeshaNoelle 8 років тому +1

    WoW it looks awesome!

  • @KelseaWebb97x
    @KelseaWebb97x 9 років тому +1

    Love all your storage & furniture!! Looks really nice together 💕💕

  • @allyboersma8246
    @allyboersma8246 7 років тому +1

    That is the smartest idea ever! I love your channel already! Even know I'm new!

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  7 років тому

      Thank you so much! Love the support x

  • @analiagriffin3086
    @analiagriffin3086 9 років тому +1

    I've been meaning to fix up my bed (it was bought used for my brother (not the mattress!) then it was thrown in my room when he moved out) and it's a really brown...but I think I'm going to do this instead!!!! It came out so beautiful! I'd probably use the platform thing from my old bed tho...since I am on the heavy side, and I do tend to move around a lot....and I'll probably create alittle hammock thing for my cat using the platform thing from my bed and a small weed section...jk on that...but it is perfect for alittle privacy omg I JUST LOVE THIS SO MUCH. kinda bummed I didn't think of that xD

  • @AngieK01
    @AngieK01 9 років тому +1

    Your bed came out so nice

  • @tupence7
    @tupence7 8 років тому

    What a great idea , feel like getting rid of my king bed and do exactly this . And i am an elder hahaha .Am looking for to seeing any off your other projects . x

  • @ryancollins312
    @ryancollins312 9 років тому +1

    great work and gives me ideas for more storage. also I think this video should he inspiring to girls and women as its nice to see the woman doing the labour work I say this because where I'm from in the UK they aspect men to do all this kind of work and would never do it them selves which is a shame as when you see the finished product it gives you a good feeling that you have built what's in front of you more woman should be like this. again great work and thanks for some ideas.

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      +ryan lee Thank you so much! Anyone can do this, you just need some determination

    • @ryancollins312
      @ryancollins312 9 років тому

      +Chelsea Mason yeah that doesn't exist where I come from to women men should do all the diy.

  • @michelle.mightbereading
    @michelle.mightbereading 9 років тому +1

    accent & room goals ☺️

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      +Michelle Armstrong Thankyou!! :)

  • @ilandsnow
    @ilandsnow 9 років тому +1

    awesome idea!! you did this so well!!

  • @ilive4anime
    @ilive4anime 8 років тому +1

    this is genius, next time I move I am so going for this!

  • @Bylga
    @Bylga 9 років тому +1

    Cute and skilled. Awesome!

  • @haileyshun8259
    @haileyshun8259 9 років тому +10

    waiting for part 2 :)

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      There won't be a part 2 unfortunately, I moved out of that room soon after I made this :(

    • @haileyshun8259
      @haileyshun8259 9 років тому +6

      Ouch... that's too bad...

    • @leslysalazar6209
      @leslysalazar6209 9 років тому

      +Chelsea Mason how come ;c

    • @nounoursgirl4903
      @nounoursgirl4903 7 років тому

      Hello, please tell me why u moved out that room. Thx

  • @LeahKinsXx
    @LeahKinsXx 9 років тому +1

    I just finished reading the same Lena Dunham book! It was so good!
    Also, your room looks amazing.

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому +1

      It's sooo good hey! Love her writing style :) and thanks lovely!

  • @msmonaco426
    @msmonaco426 8 років тому +3

    I Love this!! I'm gonna redo my grandkids room. Thanks!

  • @AngelKnutsonxngelk
    @AngelKnutsonxngelk 8 років тому +1

    i love this! you're so creative

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  8 років тому +1

      vngelkay thank you!!!!

  • @thedbq1
    @thedbq1 8 років тому +15

    Thats really amazing, but are those shelves sturdy enough to hold the weight of the whole bed + 1 person on it?

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  8 років тому +5

      I weigh 60kilos and it was very stable for me, but if you have any doubts then add some supports.

    • @techorix
      @techorix 7 років тому

      youre not heavy at all. this is really perfect for someone like you :)

    • @Framlii
      @Framlii 6 років тому

      Yes. She used 4 shelves and honestly 1 bed usually carry around 40kg of stuff

    • @hernandezfamily8783
      @hernandezfamily8783 3 роки тому

      Hey any advice for me? I want to make this in king size for 2 adults and sometimes up to 3 kids. Think it would hold the weight?

  • @zoharhendler
    @zoharhendler 9 років тому +1

    wow!!! this is soooo cool!!! love it! ♥

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      zohar hendler :) Glad you like it!

  • @MsLiaH
    @MsLiaH 9 років тому +1

    You should have way more views. You're awesome! :)

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      MsLiaH Thats so sweet! Thank you!

  • @virtual_vit
    @virtual_vit 9 років тому +1

    Wow totally love it!!!!

  • @SpookyBabii_666
    @SpookyBabii_666 9 років тому +1

    Omg wow so pretty... You havr inspired me to make over my room.

  • @KiKaBi
    @KiKaBi 6 років тому

    So cute. Great Job!

  • @emiliesimonsen1117
    @emiliesimonsen1117 9 років тому

    The bed is so nice, thanks for the inspiration😍

  • @BrionyBurke
    @BrionyBurke 8 років тому +1

    absolutely love this xx

  • @heatheruga81
    @heatheruga81 8 років тому

    Very cool idea. Loved it.

  • @Segail
    @Segail 9 років тому +2

    Love the shoe organizer under the bed👍🏽

  • @kikenna
    @kikenna 9 років тому +72

    This is super cute but I feel like with my weight I'd probably end up having the mattress fold in the middle and I'd sink down in the empty space. If I made something like this I'd pretty much have to have middle support haha

    • @nmhowl8071
      @nmhowl8071 9 років тому +20

      Did you not see the planks she nailed to the Ikea units to support the mattress?

    • @kikenna
      @kikenna 9 років тому

      MrsSparkles No, I may have missed it. I skipped through the video a bit to see the finished product.

    • @skipper3623
      @skipper3623 9 років тому +1

      Omo a kpop fan! Infinite ㅇㅅㅇ

    • @getthisaccto1ksubsbcphan187
      @getthisaccto1ksubsbcphan187 9 років тому +1

      same ahahah

  • @morgantillett
    @morgantillett 9 років тому

    your so talented! I wish I could build things like this

  • @chrism7067
    @chrism7067 9 років тому +1

    Awesome stuff!!! I have so much stuff from my arts and design i think this bed idea is wonderful. Any ideas for a computer desk?

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      Chris Murff Possibly.. if you follow my pinterest (link in description) and go to my board of organisation, I have a few good pins there specific for art and design :D

    • @chrism7067
      @chrism7067 9 років тому

      Chelsea Mason i guess your board isnt found or not public, it keeps just sending me to the base site

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      www.pinterest.com/chellyjade/organization/ try that :)

    • @chrism7067
      @chrism7067 9 років тому

      It worked, THANKS!! Ill keep you updated if i do any cool stuff.

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      Yeah Please do :) would love to see!

  • @XxValeriaGsernaxX
    @XxValeriaGsernaxX 9 років тому +2

    Great video and idea, I'm probably going to revamp my room now lol 😋

  • @dufocar566
    @dufocar566 9 років тому

    Very smart and well done!

  • @UmmSafiya-zn1nq
    @UmmSafiya-zn1nq 7 років тому +1

    Awesome! Thank you for this video! 👍😍

  • @akhori9837
    @akhori9837 9 років тому +4

    I found this so clever

  • @summeradams480
    @summeradams480 9 років тому

    That's so cute omg!!!

  • @MiniChili
    @MiniChili 8 років тому

    Really really like it !!!

  • @julislife6857
    @julislife6857 9 років тому +1

    Wow ! I ♡ it !!! Your idea is so nice ! I hop I can do this too😄
    Many greetings from Germany ❤

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      Jüli's life Glad you enjoyed! :) Thankyou!

  • @chelsiejadexx6898
    @chelsiejadexx6898 7 років тому

    Love the bed by the way great idea and love your name

  • @vickymuhleisen5482
    @vickymuhleisen5482 7 років тому +1

    my god that`s so freaking cool

  • @histerp51
    @histerp51 9 років тому +1

    Awesome. You go girl

  • @Willow.Warbler
    @Willow.Warbler 9 років тому

    This is amazing!! I love it so much

  • @cLoud-rr9wc
    @cLoud-rr9wc 8 років тому +1

    This is perfectly amazing

  • @ThePasteloceans
    @ThePasteloceans 9 років тому

    When is part 2 coming?? I'm excited to see what you have done!

    • @ChelsMason
      @ChelsMason  9 років тому

      There won't be a part 2 unfortunately, I moved out of that room soon after I made this :(

  • @ms.alhajri4068
    @ms.alhajri4068 8 років тому +1

    Amazing ideas to make your own bed room

  • @abbielynda1565
    @abbielynda1565 9 років тому +2

    that is so cool great job

  • @jasminelois5983
    @jasminelois5983 7 років тому

    I want to make this because underneath I would like a reading / cosy space. Also I really want a double bed as I've had a single my whole life!!!😊

  • @alhelivannesacastillo7875
    @alhelivannesacastillo7875 8 років тому +1

    Wooow, love it!

  • @brandonmuscroft9707
    @brandonmuscroft9707 8 років тому +1

    IK who u are 😊your one of the smart people in the world. Have a nice day

  • @inkthatcard1977
    @inkthatcard1977 9 років тому +1

    Wow very nice idea

  • @allyboersma8246
    @allyboersma8246 7 років тому

    Dang!!!! GIRL! Your Good At Using Tools! #GIRLPOWER

  • @memawevans4273
    @memawevans4273 8 років тому +1

    I LOVE THIS!!!!

  • @chloesithisom2785
    @chloesithisom2785 8 років тому +1

    you did good on your cabinet👍👍👍😇😇😇

  • @aesthetic.flower3557
    @aesthetic.flower3557 7 років тому

    Guurll you are freaking handy❤️😱

  • @tiffanyblack4233
    @tiffanyblack4233 8 років тому +1

    I really like that bed! I have a husky who loves to sleep under my bed & I worry sometimes that he'll get stuck. Did you move the bed with you? I rearrange a lot & it's nice that I can easily maneuver my bed now.

  • @bowsandglitterz
    @bowsandglitterz 9 років тому

    such a awesome idea!!

  • @claudiagomez3219
    @claudiagomez3219 9 років тому +1

    you should do a room tour :)
    your bed came out amazing !!

  • @flurinabruderer5070
    @flurinabruderer5070 8 років тому +1

    this is such a great idea! thank you.

  • @pplsophia1
    @pplsophia1 2 роки тому

    Great idea. I think I will do this too. Thanks for sharing.