This beautiful farmhouse bed can be made for just a fraction of the cost to buy - all from standard, off the shelf lumber! You won't need a pocket hole jig or any special tools to build.
This bed has been built thousands of times and is a reader favorite. You can also find the twin version, king version, and all our farmhouse bed plans here.

Preparation
12 - 2x4 8 feet long
2 - 2x6 8 feet long
2 - 1x10 8 feet long
2 - 4x4 8 feet long
1 - 2x2 8 feet long
6 - 1x6 8 feet long
4 - 1x4 8 feet long
100 - 1-1/4" long brad nails
75 - 2-1/2" long self tapping wood screws
HEADBOARD CUT LIST
2 - 4x4 @ 54"
2 - 2x2 @ 30"
11 - 1x6 @ 30"
2 - 1x4 @ about 60-1/2" - measure and cut to fit
1 - 2x4@ 67-1/2" - measure and cut to fit
1 - 2x6 @ 69-1/2" - measure and cut to fit
FOOTBOARD CUT LIST
2 - 4x4 @ 21"
2 - 2x2 @ 8"
2 - 2x2 @ 3"
11 - 1x6 @ 15"
2 - 1x4 @ about 60-1/2" - measure and cut to fit
1 - 2x4@ 67-1/2" - measure and cut to fit
1 - 2x6 @ 69-1/2" - measure and cut to fit
MATTRESS SUPPORT FRAME/SIDERAILS
3 - 2x4 @ 83-1/2"
1 - 2x4 @ 60-1/2"
2 - 2x4 @ 12-1/2"
2 - 1x10 @ 80"
20 - 2x4 @ 32" - can be as short as 30" if you need to burn up scraps
Cut all boards except as noted to measure and cut. We recommend using a compound miter saw for the straightest cuts, but you can also use a circular saw and a carpenter's square - just make sure your cut ends are nice and straight.
Instructions
Step 1
Step 2
Layout the 30" 1x6 boards flat, side by side. Measure the overall width of all the 1x6 boards. Cut two 1x4s to this measurement.
Nail the 1x6 boards with glue to the 1x4s. Apply glue between the 1x6 boards as you go.
Make sure the panel is built square by measuring opposite diagonals (outside top corner of 1x4 to outside bottom corner of opposite 1x4) and adjusting so the opposite diagonals match.
Comments
Ana White (not verified)
Thu, 10/29/2009 - 08:06
See new post on changing the
See new post on changing the plan to fit a full size mattress. I hope this works for you - please post a photo of the completed project!
Love, Ana
Michael C. (not verified)
Thu, 05/17/2012 - 16:14
Quick question for Anna/Anyone
First let me say that I love this site. I have made several things already and keep running across the same issue. Where is everyone getting the 2x lumber. I have lowes and home depot and any 2x4, 2x6, and 2x2 is twisted, knotted and chewed up. Any suggestions? Thank you again anna. My wife thanks you as well!
In reply to Quick question for Anna/Anyone by Michael C. (not verified)
KoryJohnson
Sun, 02/18/2018 - 10:21
I have found the local lumber
I have found the local lumber company has higher prices but generally has better quality wood i.e less twists and bends. Check local!
good luck!
Newbuilder86 (not verified)
Wed, 12/19/2012 - 23:06
Box spring use
How does this bed work if you're using a box spring? This will be the first bed I've built, and I'm wondering how you support the box spring without the optional frame, or how you would modify it.
mfloyd
Thu, 06/16/2016 - 12:06
I can not see a repsonse to
I can not see a repsonse to this comment. How does it work if you have a box spring?
justinsane
Thu, 10/03/2019 - 04:23
Platform bed
Platform beds do not normally require a box spring. Think of the base like a futon. The mattress just lays on top of the platform.
mantenimiento … (not verified)
Thu, 01/17/2013 - 22:11
Farmhouse Queen Plans | Ana White
Thanks on your marvelous posting! I really
enjoyed reading it, you are a great author. I will be sure to bookmark your blog and will come back at some point.
I want to encourage continue your great posts, have a nice morning!
In reply to Farmhouse Queen Plans | Ana White by mantenimiento … (not verified)
mikepattenson
Mon, 05/25/2015 - 18:19
This farmhouse bed is awesome
This farmhouse bed is awesome! Materials are easily be found in local depot and measurements are correct.
Your goal of making your own furniture doesn't end here. Make your home looks gorgeous. Prepare things for the future, download woodworking plans:
kpax35
Thu, 10/17/2019 - 15:29
what type of wood did you…
what type of wood did you use?
Scott@Steelers
Mon, 10/21/2019 - 13:19
bedding
I hope to build the queen size farmhouse bed that you provided plans for. My wife likes the linens on the bed. Where might one be able to buy those items?
thanks,
scott