Farmhouse Bed plans for a small space! This bed packs lots of storage in a more compact profile. Detailed step by step plans to help you build your own DIY Farmhouse Bed in queen size.
Also check out our Full and Twin Farmhouse Storage Bed plans.

Preparation
- 3 - Sheets 3/4" Plywood or other sheet goods
- 1 1/2 - Sheets 1/4" Plywood or other sheet goods
- 2 - 4x4 post, 7 feet long
- 2 - 1x4 @ 10 feet long
- 3 - 2x4 @ 10 feet long (cut longest first!)
- 5 - 1x10 @ 8 feet long (OR 1 sheet of 3/4" plywood cut into 5 strips 9 1/4" wide)
- 6 - Euro Style Drawer Slides (the cheapo white ones) 14" long, medium to heavy duty rating
- 2 - 2x6 @ 6 feet long
- 3 - 2x2 @ 8 feet long
- 9 - 1x3 @ 8 feet long
- 5 - 1/4" hobby stock, 2 1/2" wide @ 8 feet long (OR 1/4" plywood cut into strips 2 1/2" wide)
- 4" Screws (if you are not using a pocket hole jig and will be attaching 4x4 legs to panels with screws)
- 6 Knobs or handles
NOTE: Drawers are optional - can be added later or just used as storage shelves. The shopping list DOES include materials for the drawers, so if not building drawers, please adjust shopping list accordingly
HEADBOARD
- 1 - 3/4" Plywood @ 26" x 53" (Can substitute planked wood for panel to create a more authentic "farmhouse" look)
- 2 - 1x4 @ 53"
- 2 - 4x4 @ 54"
- 2 - 2x4 @ 53"
- 1 - 2x4 @ 60"
- 1 - 2x6 @ 62"
FOOTBOARD
- 1 - 3/4" Plywood @ 15" x 53" (Can substitute planked wood for panel to create a more authentic "farmhouse" look)
- 2 - 1x4 @ 53"
- 2 - 4x4 @ 19"
- 2 - 2x4 @ 53"
- 1 - 2x4 @ 60"
- 1 - 2x6 @ 62"
STORAGE BOXES
- 4 - 3/4" Plywood @ 15 1/2" x 80 1/4"
- 8 - 3/4" Plywood @ 15 1/2" x 13 1/2"
- 2 - 1/4" Plywood @ 80-1/4" x 15"
SUPPORT & CENTER
- 2 - 2x2 @ 80 1/4"
- 4 - 2x2 @ 16 3/4"
- 18 - 1x3 @ 28 1/2" (Slats to mattress specs)
OPTIONAL DRAWER BOXES
- 12 - 1x10* @ 23 1/4"
- 12 - 1x10* @ 14"
- 6 - 1/4" Plywood @ 24 3/4" x 14"
*Plywood cut into 9 1/4" strips can be substituted for 1x10s, use at least 1/2" thick plywood; for direct conversion to cut list use 3/4" thick plywood
OPTIONAL DRAWER FACES
- 6 - 3/4" Plywood @ 25 1/2" x 13 1/4"
- 12 - 1/4" hobby stock, 2 1/2" wide @ 8 1/4"
- 12 - 1/4" hobby stock, 2 1/2" wide @ 25 1/2"
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Instructions
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Step 6
This is a relatively easy task if you have a Kreg Jig - simply drill 3/4" pocket holes along sides of panel and attach to legs. Make sure you are leaving 1 1/2" to the back of the panel as shown above (Very important with footboard).
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It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Comments
birdsandsoap
Mon, 09/26/2011 - 01:20
Woot!
Loving the drawers!
Krisina (not verified)
Mon, 09/26/2011 - 03:48
Love it!
We have been looking for a bed with storage and a headboard. Any chance you will be upsizing the plans to show what they would be for a King mattress?
Charity (not verified)
Thu, 03/01/2012 - 08:24
I want this for my king size
I want this for my king size bed too! :)
Bpat45
Tue, 12/02/2014 - 21:50
I would also love to make
I would also love to make this bed as a king size.
dananryan
Mon, 09/26/2011 - 07:19
Thank you!
Off to orange to get the supplies...this is the best of both worlds!
Guest (not verified)
Mon, 09/26/2011 - 08:12
Just what I was looking for
Thank you, thank you. My husband and I were just looking at your Farmhouse King bed plans, that I printed a few weeks ago, trying to figure out how we could add storage drawers. You have answered our questions. Now to convert for a king bed. Thank you- love your creativity, functionality, and main stream living designs for everyday people. Can't wait to see what you come up with next, keep up the great work!
Ana White
Mon, 09/26/2011 - 09:32
King Size
Thank you everyone, very excited to finish this plan and happy with how it turned out! It's a complicated one, so make sure you read through everything before building.
To go up to a king, you would need to add width depending on your King bed size. I would highly recommend adding additional support to the center too - either framing up a 2x4 box for the center and laying plywood on it or running a center support down the center, with "legs" running off of it.
Good luck and thank you!
Ana
zannej
Tue, 08/27/2013 - 03:12
Extra support in middle
Could you do a diagram of this please?. I *think* I know what you are describing, but I want to be certain. I want to build this in Full size for my brother-- who weighs over 360lbs and is "the breaker of box springs". I want to add extra support in the middle to make sure it won't collapse under him.
boettg33
Mon, 07/15/2019 - 01:28
Cali King Plans
Hi Ana
Did you ever put together a King or Cali King design for this bed? We have a sleep number on an older metal frame that is starting to fail, and I would like to build this. Reading your comments makes sense, but the cut list will change for our Cali King. Plus I'll need to add the additional framing you are recommending above.
Maybe I need to print it out and start putting the revised the numbers to overall length and width to give myself an idea of the changes to the cutlets as well as the modifications to the center to boost the support.
Should you have the plans for a Cali King already, we would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you
Jason from RI
1988ashlo
Mon, 10/21/2019 - 07:24
King Size Farmhouse bed with drawers
Hello! Can you give me the drawer dimensions and Height for this bed plan? I want the farmhouse bed with drawers in standard king size. Thank you!