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
Shana (not verified)
Wed, 02/02/2011 - 10:43
I am a very beginner does
I am a very beginner does anyone have dimensions for the twin size bed plan for this bed?? i want to start on it but worried i will mess up measurements. Thanks!
Upholstered Be… (not verified)
Mon, 02/14/2011 - 09:45
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Sarh (not verified)
Tue, 02/15/2011 - 07:29
Can this bed be torn down for
Can this bed be torn down for easy moving? I really want to make this design and upholster it but wouldn't know how to make it easy to move. Any ideas?
Teener (not verified)
Tue, 02/15/2011 - 12:52
Ana, I like everything that
Ana,
I like everything that you offer on your site, thanks. This perticular bed is the style that I am looking for. However, I would like to make this into a twin size and raise it off the ground. Is there anything wrong with making the legs longer? My intention is to purchase a trundle, or heck make a trundle, that will roll under. Then when I have guests, I have a king for two adults to sleep comfortably. Your response is appriciated.
Thanks, Christine
Tristina (not verified)
Thu, 03/17/2011 - 20:25
Has anyone tried this in a
Has anyone tried this in a twin size? If so, I would love the modified plans! I really have no idea how to begin to modify them.
Thank you!
Guest (not verified)
Tue, 05/31/2011 - 12:48
PDF not working :(
Could you email me the PDF for this plan please?
jamilwest
Sun, 07/03/2011 - 17:45
Transitioning to King size
Okay, I just looked really closely at the plans and transitioning to king size looks to be REALLY simple.
My mattress measures 76 inches wide, so if I understand correctly, the ONLY measurements I need to change are the end rails and the slats. I ONLY need to change those to 76 inches. I don't need to think about it, they just need to be the width of the mattress, just like the original plans are simply the width of a queen mattress.
Is this correct? It's just too simple and I tend to want to overthink things. I'd like to have some confirmation BEFORE I go buy a ton of wood and commit to having it cut.
Thanks for the plans and the help!
Maureen K
Fri, 07/29/2011 - 09:37
First Project
My daughter and I made this bed last weekend and it came out great! It was a great bonding experience for us and very empowering! She loves her new bed! Thanks for the plans and all the encouragement found on your site!
gruurly (not verified)
Mon, 04/23/2012 - 09:22
This will be my first
This will be my first project, and I'm incredibly excited to find a bed style I LOVE meant for a beginner. However, I can't seem to download the plans. I've tried a few ways, but an error comes up. Suggestions?
rick b (not verified)
Wed, 01/02/2013 - 20:03
shopping list question
what is the 12' board intended for? it can't be for the side rails as they are 81.5"each and two of them would be 163" and the 12' board is only 144"