Build a Hanging Bed Swing

This hanging bed swing is an incredibly comfortable way to spend an afternoon. The swing is sized for a twin size mattress and is suspended from ropes which with a light breeze will rock you to sleep or if you're not tired, it's a great place to lounge and read a book.
Companion Article and Plans: www.mattcremona.com/projects/b...
Slabbing the ash: • Picking Up and Slabbin...
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[@WoodByWright]

I half expected the whole video being you napping. or at least that is what I would want to do. Sweet Build man!

[@mcremona]

If only :)

[@HandToolRescue]

Ash is so underrated. Very nice!

[@mcremona]

I completely agree. Thanks!

[@joshuac1364]

It's nice to see this project from slab to finish. I'm sure it's a ton of work from filming to editing so thanks for sharing!

[@mcremona]

Thank you!!

[@craftedworkshop]

Love this build man! Outstanding work! Love the Ash and Cherry combo, and that finish looks sweet.

[@mcremona]

Thanks Johnny!

[@AtticusDraco]

i imagine it must take Matt forever to apply finish with his oohing and aahing at every reveal "Wow, look at that, that's nice" "Oh, wow" "Aah,, yes"

[@mcremona]

+Atticus Draco it was quite the process that's for sure

[@AtticusDraco]

i appreciate your enthusiasm and videos and this was a good build,, that thing invites naps! i would no doubt take a day nap in that bed

[@RonKris]

The shot of the swing (@17:04) in the shade with the sunny background really accentuates the design of the wood and rope bed-swing.

[@tooljunkie555]

Needless to say the swing looks awesome love the way that cherry looks

[@rayc.1396]

Beautiful job. It is always interesting to watch a true craftsman build something beautiful.

[@mcremona]

+Ray C. Thank you!!

[@AndrewKleinWW]

Awsome, turned out really great, looks relaxing.

[@mcremona]

thanks Andy!

[@jacksat2252]

>Yeah, especially with the woodtaps , huh. Couldn't do without them ,would fall apart :-)

[@beardedgrandpagaming798]

This is the best one I've seen so far.

[@StamosTee]

WOW!!! Oh man, this is so amazing ! Very very beautiful build.

[@ahilal]

Ah what a relaxing space that looks like! You may have to make another for your darling family.

[@TimothyHall13]

Love the explanation for offsets and reference planes for domino placement. I think ash is a wonderful wood to work with.

[@mihumus]

Amazing work, Matt. Love the results and techniques.

[@markgentry4764]

That’s a great swing!My wife is probably going to need this if she sees it. Thanks for all the videos keep them coming I’m anxious to see more of your new place as you have a great future there and such a cool place to raise your children!!!

[@maryannrurup353]

The kids are getting big and cuter each time I see them.

[@CammiesGarage]

Absolutely gorgeous piece. Flawless victory!

[@mcremona]

thank you!

[@mclartywoodworks6690]

This looks great! I love watching your build videos. You detail the process and explain why you are doing it so well! Thank you.

[@mcremona]

thank you!

[@DWBJosh]

Absolutly beautiful!! I cant wait to one day build my own! Great video with lots of detail and very helpful points! Thank you for making it!!

[@kennapop3]

I like seeing your ever expanding skill set. We had a sail boat and I enjoyed braiding ropes.

[@josephbrauer2573]

very cool Sir . I love the grain poping when you applied the finish .

[@tiffanyjohnson3110]

Absolutely gorgeous. I love how you did the rope being the swing as well. Lucky customer.

[@mcremona]

+Tiffany Johnson thanks Tiffany!

[@BushImports]

That turned out well, I like the braided rope, it looks good.

[@Fixthisbuildthat]

I need some pre-roll naps in my vids. Sweet build, Matt!

[@mcremona]

Good way to build suspense

[@Fixthisbuildthat]

Matthew Cremona suspended suspense. That is so meta

[@mcremona]

hahahahahahaha!!!! yes!!

[@larrybe2900]

Yes, that bed swing is soooooooooo inviting. Good Job! Matt.

[@mcremona]

+Larry Be thanks Larry!

[@jeffforbes3772]

Great video! Nice family too. Thanks

[@StoneandSonsWorkshop2]

Looks comfy! Nice build.

[@raphaelamin5565]

Grandmaster woodworker.

[@mcremona]

+Raphael Amin :)

[@diggler306]

Claaaassic Cremona - just building amazing pieces of furniture straight from the log! Top notch as always.

[@mcremona]

+Josh Dirkson thanks Josh!

[@jimmysmith7972]

Thanks Matt, beautiful work, nicely shot, really enjoy watching you work.

[@mcremona]

Thank you Jimmy!

[@pat_link_]

Wow cool wish I had the space outside for a swing bed. Great project Matt

[@yummboy2]

What an awesome idea! I could spend all my time in one of those, just gently swinging in the breezes!

[@mcremona]

+G Bruce it's dangerous. One you lie down, you can't get up

[@chriscunicelli7070]

Dude! I love the way you use huge pieces of great looking lumber for this project, so cool.

[@mcremona]

thanks Chris!

[@nordyfamily]

Great work Matt!..

[@matt_williams1015]

That's a great swing, so much room on it! If I had a good spot for one I would build one

[@maxredfearn4868]

Great job Matt!

[@marshadeloach7819]

Wow that is awesome.

[@BruceAUlrich]

That's a fantastic looking swing, Matt! Yes, nap time is a good idea.

[@mcremona]

+Bruce A. Ulrich 😴

[@kuffyswoodwork]

A swinging day bed is such a good idea. I'm not exactly sure why but something about the idea appeals to me. It's probably just tickling one of my dreams of being able to sleep during the day 😃 Great Build, turned out fantastic!

[@DIYTechRepairs]

its fascinating how damn good all fits together and the outcome. some day im going to build something like this!

[@mcremona]

Thank you!!

[@samthoren1]

Geez, dude I'm genuinely jealous of your tools, a 20 " planer, a 12 " jointer (I think) , domino, even the bow for curves, I'm a woodworker and I feel it's going to take me 45 years to get the tools you have. How do you do it? You look young like me.😉

[@ghostdog662]

You killed it. Perfect job!

[@mcremona]

thanks!

[@diycentral]

Impressive as always and braid work too.

[@mcremona]

Thanks!!

[@RobinLewisMakes]

That's beautiful mate! Great job

[@mcremona]

+Robin Lewis thanks Robin!

[@bennywoodworks7194]

Awesome build as always! Well done!

[@mcremona]

thanks!

[@devondunkle1063]

This is amazing. Great craftsmanship too. I have plans for an outdoor lounge swing but using only pallets. Hahaha

[@Whiskeywoodcreations]

Love that intro, super tranquil man! Project turned out amazing!

[@mcremona]

thank you!

[@TheRPhelps24]

Whiskey Wood Creations, agreed! It was also balanced nicely with the adorable family action shots at the end!

[@cameronknowles6267]

Matthew Cremona did you try and film the intro but fall a sleep because of how comfortable it was

[@mcremona]

sort of. I did forget to actually do the talking part at that time

[@customboatscreensolutions5893]

Wow well done mate. Great bit of wood work. I love the tapping on the slat support to accept a machine screw. Anybody else would just use a wood screw. NICE...

[@the_poolmaster]

I love the figure on that wood! Excellent job as allways! keep up on inspiring us!

[@mcremona]

Thanks George!

[@noudvanderveer2851]

Very nice job.

[@WayneEarls]

Great work.

[@mcremona]

thanks!

[@samuelroberts334]

Pretty cool! Thanks for sharing!

[@mcremona]

+Samuel Roberts thanks!

[@yuhaz]

Great vid, thx for shearing!

[@roBLINDhood]

I love it!! Great build Matt!

[@mcremona]

Thank you Ian!

[@rj270812]

Awesome looking bed! Thanks for taking the time to share this. I think that I am going to have to get a joiner they look pretty handy.

[@mcremona]

Thanks Ryan!

[@garykurowski6091]

Great job!

[@B30pt87]

Aww, your little dog Really wanted to get up there.

[@jamesh.maloyjr.6940]

That's a seriously nice swinging bed.

[@mcremona]

Thanks!

[@loola456]

Your outdoor bed looks better and is stronger than my indoor bed. I'll be building one shortly. Nice build and design. I would prefer the curve the other way than inside.

[@whopua]

I love your how-to videos!!

[@mcremona]

+whopua thank you!

[@SilverBack.]

Hi Matt The ASH has some wild grain pattern's . GREAT LOOKING PIECE

[@mcremona]

thanks Douglas!

[@brimann2012]

nice work!

[@afidram]

Great job! I enjoyed the domino work as well. Not a ton of videos out there detailing the versatility of them - nice!

[@KevinJohnson-hi1xf]

That warp stabilizer at the end there... Jello! haha great project!

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome job Matt! 👍👊

[@mcremona]

+Fred McIntyre thanks Fred!

[@overthetop143]

wow how crazy is it that I was just a few days ago dreaming about building one of these .... and then you go and post a video about it?!

[@TheBeerbelly007]

Thanks Matt, best video ever---

[@mcremona]

+TheBeerbelly007 ha! Thanks!

[@rbagley66]

The bed looks great! Really nice job.

[@mcremona]

Thanks!

[@rbagley66]

Where did you get the mattress?

[@mcremona]

Sams club

[@rbagley66]

Thank You.

[@SunshineWoodShop]

Cool Build, good solid work...

[@mcremona]

thanks!

[@jmakes3745]

Wow, wow, wow! That looks absolutely amazing, beautiful wood and looks super comfortable!

[@mcremona]

Thank you!

[@DavidBishopinc]

That a nice ash looking bed swing Mr Cremona.

[@mcremona]

Thanks David!

[@edwardholmes91]

It looks super comfy, it's a good job I don't have one, as I'd be asleep all day! Fantastic job as always Matt :)

[@mcremona]

yeah you'd catch up on sleep pretty quickly :)

[@giovannipetitti1588]

Great Matt

[@mcremona]

thanks!!

[@TheWoodWerker]

Beautiful Project Matt! I really enjoyed the entire process Buddy! Thumbs Up! Have A Super Week!.....*Gus*

[@mcremona]

+TheWoodWerker thanks Gus!

[@woodkraftsfwi1999]

Looks grate Matt. Domino is a nice tool. Thanks for sharing

[@trevordawson1947]

Phenomenal.

[@mcremona]

thanks!

[@LoveZick]

Very good job! It does looks beautiful :) Cheers from Peru.

[@mcremona]

thank you!

[@Cradley684]

Great job Matt you are really good mate or is it buddy, anyway you make it look so easy Matt have a great day !!!!.

[@mcremona]

thanks :)

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Came out great! I bet the shop felt really open after you got it out of there. -Caleb Harris

[@mcremona]

Thanks Caleb!

[@TheCHRISCaPWN]

Another great build! Well done Matt. I can't show my wife though, because she will definitely ask for one of her own! 😂

[@mcremona]

hahaha! Thanks Chris!

[@Euthalson1957]

Awesome Matt, you're an inspiration to us all!

[@mcremona]

Thank you Greg!

[@Euthalson1957]

You ever do any shows in the Pacific Northwest? I live in Boise, came from Austin Texas, do love it here!

[@mcremona]

+Greg Hammond not yet. Are there any I should know about?

[@Euthalson1957]

Darn, looks like most of them have been canceled in my part of the world since 2009

[@mcremona]

+Greg Hammond well crap

[@RXRSawdustStation]

Great project, #MassiveMatt....even your porch swings are Massive :-) Turned out very nice! Well done! #KeepTheChipsFlying!

[@mcremona]

thank you!!

[@MRrwmac]

Excellent swing and build. Great job on combining all the footage you had into one! A shame that it's for someone else.

[@mcremona]

+MRrwmac thanks Mac! They haven't picked it up yet :)

[@AndrewBrowner]

making that festool work for its money, nice to see tools get used not sit on a shelf so they dont get dirty what do you do for the bedding when it rains? take it all inside, tarp or is it a mattress designed to get wet and dry?

[@zackeakin7970]

I do love me some ash. Such great texture in the dark grain. Will be a shame when it's all gone. Anyway, great video Matt, keep 'um coming!

[@mcremona]

+Zack Eakin stock up now!!

[@cousinscreativity4248]

Cool 👌👍

[@slumberyardhandcrafted6641]

👍Indoors, this would be awesome for a kids bed.

[@felixfromnebraska8648]

Excellent Excellent Excellent !!!! Matt, you are the man. Where did you learn your skill set? You must have been woodworking for many years. Thanks for sharing.

[@reforzar]

I like your ventriloquist act in the opening scene. Great work.

[@mcremona]

+Brian Prusa I'm going on tour

[@cobberpete1]

It's all been said below. Great build. Now build one for your self :)

[@mcremona]

+Peter Compton thanks Peter :)

[@starsstripeswoodworks5412]

This came out great! Love how the ash looks finished! What finish did you use for it? - Chris

[@Mikefence]

most comf of them all

[@handcraftedworkshop]

Hey Matt, Awesome build! I like the way you used what looked like not so good wood. And the way you showed how you used the domino to all of the joints. You my friend are AWESOME! BTW, do you not reply to emails? I've sent you two and never did get a reply. I am really looking forward to your current project. Thanks for all you do and share, Gary

[@SeetalMD]

your kids are so cute! this bed does look very comfy more so due to the bedding I think. could you make a simpler one (I'm sure u could sell anything u build)? I want to make one for my porch but most day beds I see don't have the backrest. I'm not sure if I'm confident to make one without seeing one made first.

[@thomaswade578]

I just bought a drawing curve after watching you use one. No more bending a thin strip of wood to get curves

[@robertphillips4097]

Nice build Matt. Question: How are the LED light strips doing? Would do it that way again? Heat? Adhesive still working? Are they to hot to mount directly on wood, like rafters for example???

[@richryan8904]

Hi Matt. This was very entertaining and a really enjoyable watch, so thanks you for making the video. Lots of skill on display. I do chuckle when you use the word goofy in your uploads! Goofy shapes, goofy logs, goofy cookie cuts :-)

[@mcremona]

Thanks Rich! I'll keep that word in my vocabulary :)

[@SeetalMD]

do you think I could turn an existing daybed into a bed swing by cutting the legs off and adding supports across them below so I have something strong to string the ropes/chains through ?

[@gizanked]

Hopefully that couple and their friends really likes their swinging bed.

[@mcremona]

I hope they come pick it up soon :)

[@MarkyDesigns3000]

What is the miter saw you use? I like it.

[@josephzimbler3881]

very nice bed swing, ide love to have one. i have a suggestion that may help you. when your joining the rope braids together, soak the ends for 15 minutes in water, then braid it. when it drys, the braid should tighten up for you like concrete, and stiffen up, and they should not (knot) come apart..... lol how much would one of these cost ?