For about the price of a box spring you can build your own modern platform bed frame. You'll just need a few basic power tools and off the shelf lumber to build - and our free step by step plans with diagrams and shopping list.
This bed frame can be paired with this headboard
This bed frame can also be upholstered as done here

Preparation
2 – 1×8 Boards, 8′ Long
1 – 1×8 Board, 12′ Long
2 – 2×2 Boards, 8′ Long
2 – 2×6 Board, 8′ Long or Stud Length
13 – 1×3 Boards 2″ Screws Wood Glue Wood Filler Sand Paper Finishing Supplies
2 – 1×8 @ 60″ (End Rails)
2 – 1×8 @ 81 1/2″ (Side Rails)
4 – 2×6 @ 5 1/2″ cut at 45 degree angles (Corner Supports)
1 – 2×6 @ 80″ (Center Support)
2 – 2×2 @ 80″ (Cleats)
4 – 2×6 @ 5 1/2″ (Leg Bases)
16 – 1×3 @ 6 1/4″ (Leg Trim)
13 – 1×3 @ 60″ (Slats)
Comments
bookladydavina (not verified)
Wed, 06/23/2010 - 20:08
I have a question regarding
I have a question regarding weight limits on these type of slat board bed frames. Anyone have any idea what they are? Would a 300+ pound person be in trouble of breaking the boards? We love some of these plans but have some larger relatives who would likely be using them.
Also, love the site! I'm also up here in Alaska and it's great to see some great craft ideas for up here where it's hard to get stuff! :)
Joe (not verified)
Wed, 06/23/2010 - 20:45
Please don't stop with the
Please don't stop with the modern or simple furniture. That's the reason I found, subscribed, and check your site daily!!!
Karen P (not verified)
Wed, 06/23/2010 - 23:34
thank you soo much for
thank you soo much for posting this bed! while I like your rustic, farmhouse style furniture plans, I love the simple, modern style furniture. I can not wait to make this bed. I showed my husband the plans and he's dubious that I can pull it off on my own.
Beth (not verified)
Thu, 06/24/2010 - 00:41
Question about the
Question about the modification for a king size. When you say to add a center leg--do you mean one just like the other four chunky ones? Or something else entirely? I need a visual for that one! I love this plan--we have been looking at platform beds for a while now, and this one is almost exactly what we need!
Catherine (not verified)
Thu, 06/24/2010 - 02:48
You read my mind! I was
You read my mind! I was about to try to design something simple like this myself because the "captain's bed" was a little involved for us, & lo & behold, look what I found when I opened my Google Reader!
My own alteration on the plan will be to raise it up twice as high, so I can fit some of those long plastic storage boxes underneath. And there might be a linen dust ruffle with inverted knife pleats to cover it all, so I can have another place to indulge my love of fabric!
Thanks, Ana! This is just what I needed. (Plus, I love the mix of modern & farmhouse. Variety is the spice of life!)
T Ennis (not verified)
Thu, 06/24/2010 - 03:25
This is what I have been
This is what I have been dreaming of for a bed and night stands! Thank you so much. There is no way we would be able to afford this suite.
orange sugar (not verified)
Thu, 06/24/2010 - 04:37
I absolutely love the modern
I absolutely love the modern furniture you have been posting. I'm hoping you will post a modern dresser to match the nightstands.
Barrette (not verified)
Thu, 06/24/2010 - 05:27
Yahoooo don't stop with the
Yahoooo don't stop with the modern furniture. I LOVE this bed and can't wait to make it for myself. I thought I'd go with the farmhouse bed but have held off waiting for time to do it. But now this, this bed!! This is what I've held off for!!! THANK YOU :) Can't wait to post 'done' photos
orange sugar (not verified)
Thu, 06/24/2010 - 08:56
Would be very cool if you
Would be very cool if you added a modern dining table to the collection
http://www.westelm.com/products/g039/?pkey=cdining-tables-chairs
Lexsmommy (not verified)
Thu, 06/24/2010 - 22:02
Ana, If I am using a box
Ana, If I am using a box spring do I still need the corner supports?