Building a queen size bed from 2x4 lumber

[@JohnHeisz]

It's like MacDonalds and pizza, Sony and betamax and KZbin and Google+ - If Matthias is talking inches, it's official: metric is dead :D Great design using low cost materials and no hard to get hardware.

[@JanSevera]

John Heisz I guess even Americas hate imperial system, but they don't want to change.

[@RogerSchweingruber]

John Heisz how anyone can use the imperial system remains a riddle for me. Metric system is so easy... everything is 10 :)

[@Martin_3D]

Mess Krio UK uses metric system

[@matthiaswandel]

Martin Actually, even in Germany, cast iron plumbing pipes are still in inch sizes. Cause otherwise, you would have to rip out all the 100+ year old plumbing, or not be able to add to it.

[@Martin_3D]

Matthias Wandel Even in my country plumbing pipes are in inch sizes... I don't know why. Empire is stronger...

[@geranimojess]

Great to see Imperial making a comeback...makes all the sizes sound more realistic and caters for us "Oldies" who refuse to change and I make no Apologizes for saying that...you have another "Imperialist" Subscriber...great Project...

[@1441Tommy]

Just found your channel Matthias last week, man you are my newly found hero! I can't stop watching your videos and really like how you solve design issues and explain woodworking in an easy to follow manner and with simple plain English (none of that jargon filled tuts) that even newbies like myself can follow.

[@LostWhits]

That's a beautifully simple looking bed. Old video I know, but the tip about cutting the rear legs for base boards is a lesson more bed manufacturers should learn. Thanks. Love the slot mortice machine too.

[@k2s3p]

Hi Matthias, I love the engineering aspect of your woodworking. Watching them is almost therapeutic for me. Keep up the good work.

[@billyjoe3309]

It's people like Matthias who really makes the world go forward. Clever people! I really enjoy watching these videos! #addicted

[@RockerGuy0001]

Hi Mathias, I built the king size version of this about a month ago. Thanks for the diagrams from your website. There is a small error on the side rails though. Also, I also made adjustment to the bed. I used 2x6 lumber for the legs, plus omitted the footboard. Subscribed to your channel

[@ComeWhatThey]

I know this is an old comment, but on the off chance you still remember - were the 2x6 legs oriented lengthways or widthways? I'm considering doing something similar but I'm having trouble visualising, does it not get in the way of the mattress?

[@Tiffany-ox6xp]

Fantastic Work! It's clear that you went above and beyond what the designs called for! As a machinist, I value your meticulous attention to detail and the entirety of the equipment you have constructed, both from scratch and leftover materials. Continue your fantastic effort! I'm excited to watch more of your vids.

[@9009matorres]

Great video. Incredibly clever thoughtfulness cutting out the portion of the legs for the headboard!

[@BronkBuilt]

Need to get a quick bed for my son going to college. This looks like something we could do in a few days. I'll show it to him and see if he likes it. Thanks for showing.

[@obi-wankenobi8948]

Hello from Russia! Very interesting video! Everything is done correctly and beautifully. Good luck.

[@brianpiper3188]

I've been thinking about upgrading my bed from the factory metal frame, the timing of this video was perfect! Thanks Matthias!

[@charleyandsarah]

Good thinking with slanting the back of the legs against the wall.

[@JohnMiguelPantalone]

I want to be as skilled at carpentry as you! I'm a CADD student and I always love to invent and design! You're a true inspiration, love the videos

[@ConwayT91]

Wow Mathias, you make it look like picking up an IKEA bed would be more of a hassle than building this one yourself! cool video!

[@JeepTherapy]

Bas Feijen HA! That’s funny. True... but funny.

[@ryanmccue8180]

Well don't forget about the tool investment versus ready to go one time payment not putting your idea down but if you love the trades be prepared to spend money on plenty of tools. Also for anyone wondering what to do with their life having trouble in their career or job consider being a Carpenter, a Plumber , a General contractor once you've learned enough trust me it will change your life and give you a community.

[@sue4341]

Oh my what a craftsman you are. So far this is the best video I've seen far making a platform bed.... although it's not what I want. I'm looking for a full size that folds up.

[@MariusHornberger]

Simple, but really strong. I like that. Also nice shop shoes!

[@laishmorse4668]

Marius Hornberger I'm really enjoying your channel. Keep up the good work!

[@Techmatt167Official]

Well that's the way he builds his things!

[@matthiaswandel]

Marius Hornberger Those leather moccasins are great. Sure hurts less dropping a piece of wood on my toes with those on than cheap sneakers or barefoot!

[@rentefald]

Marius Hornberger Yes, always dress properly for the occasion. Wrong outfit actually makes you slow and less agile.

[@chrisswartzwelder8494]

That’s funny I was thinking the same thing. Beautiful build .

[@plunder1956]

I like your use of Floating Tenons (Super Dominoes) in the headboard. You kept so much of this build very simple, but solid. When I built my King Frame back in 87 I didn't go this heavy and I regretted that later.

[@BigAdam2050]

Holy hell, Matthias bought lumber!

[@Lalaland.001]

Big_Adam_2050 how did that happen?

[@EddyProca]

Lalaland He wasn't the one who had to pay for it.

[@aserta]

Big_Adam_2050 And he used inches too :)) and and he mentions pocket screws too... Next, someone is going to tell me that he's 9 feet tall and spits fire from his nostrils.

[@SuppaflyZSM]

Big_Adam_2050 He probably couldn't gather up enough discarded dressers and bookcases in time.

[@Lalaland.001]

Matthew McLaren lol :D he sure has changed thou, talking in inches, mentioning pocketholes, not recycling anymore...next thing you know he's going to thank sponsors, oh nooos

[@dustincashwell31]

First time seeing one of your videos and I can tell from your craftsmanship and the impressive custom built tools you have in your workspace that you are a pro. Great video!

[@aforsy]

Whew close call with the cord on the planer there!

[@ShovelShovel]

0:42 !

[@tylerlhotta7317]

I swear I heard Nicholas cage yelling 'kill me' as the cord was bring pulled

[@benb8075]

Oh noooo! 😫

[@sczygiel]

Hi. I have noticed that recently you show that not everything is perfect and some of your mistakes. This is very refreshing and gives some peace of mind that my work and skills are not perfect but that will not necessary mean that I will fail :) I admire your work and would like to thank you for all educational stuff you have done here on youtube and on your webpage. Thanks and have a nice and productive day! :)

[@michaprusek6172]

wow, ale ma warsztat wyposazony .)

[@MrChillder]

no screws in the slat support rails? I dunno after a solid night of love making in not sure just glue would be up to the task

[@n8guy]

+Matthew McLaren Or overestimate the power of your love-making.

[@MarkLindsayCNC]

Christopher Hilder If a person wanted to, they could add screws from the inside for a little more strength. We have a queen-sized bed frame similar to this design, and the slat support rails are glued and screwed from the inside. Had it for 15 years and no problems at all. Great thing about plans like this is that you can adapt them to suit your needs.

[@aserta]

Christopher Hilder With that much surface area for the glue to act?? No way. The screws would be ripped apart long before the glue counterpart would care to remember it has to give.

[@seigeengine]

He did put screws in the slat support rails, although he didn't mention this,can see them towards the end of the video. aserta No, the glue has to fail before the screws become stressed. In this way the screws are like insurance on the glue joint, ensuring that, even should it fail, the bed won't immediately collapse.

[@seigeengine]

Doug Reed Where did you get the idea that the slats were glued in?

[@ClarkBeattie14]

Nice design and build. My son and I built a queen size bed from 2x6 stock for side frame and 4x4 for the legs and headboard... pretty beefy. I was concerned about breakage also so I screwed in the slat which holds the 2x4 cross-members. I also found that I could design it very easily on MS Excel. It allowed me to make mods and to also design smaller and larger beds. Thanks again...and good job... BTW... I too like the chin rest. Clark

[@bd3825]

I love carpentry. That's a beautiful bed.

[@Vikingwerk]

I'm super jealous of the quality of dimensional lumber you have access to. I think the stuff around here is sawn in a pretzel factory.

[@EngineeringNS]

I had to like the video when i saw that baseboard cutout...

[@manjulav1766]

hi

[@meanders9221]

I like it. You and Jay manage somehow to build great looking furniture out of 2x stock. I've never managed that. And hey all you metric fans out there -- the U.S. is on the way to metric, our money is metric, we've just been going slow on it the last couple hundred years.

[@DIYTyler]

Never going to get any mattress bow with all those slats, jealous. Beautiful piece of furniture.

[@carter1154]

Love the videos matthias. I'm 18 years old and I don't do any workshop activity like you. Although it is really enjoyable watching your projects.

[@SeahorseWorkshop]

Amazing. Love the glued down spacers to hold down the bottom boards to prevent them from moving. Good work!

[@arrowstheorem1881]

Am so envious of your ability to make any type of bed you like. Cost savings too. Quality guaranteed!

[@MakeSomething]

Very nice! Looks great! and..... inches!!

[@dougdavidson175]

I'm a bit late to the party but enjoying your content. Expessially the Safety leather mocs. 😉 Take care & stay safe.

[@elboa8]

That's not going to fall apart anytime soon. I had to smile at the "pocket hole" dig. Nice build.

[@KingTesticus]

very nice. i especially like that little detail at the bottom of the headboard up against the wall. great idea to clear the base board like that!

[@ExpatPhil]

I like the somplicity of this design Matthias, and as parts are so hard to get here in Colombia, as John Heisz said, no 'hard to get' hardware, just what I needed, thanks!

[@pyroman7196]

I've watched a bunch of your videos, mostly because they're fascinating but secretly because I'm jealous of your awesome wood shop ;0; that would make me so happy to have one like that!

[@PHILPAF]

Lovely with no adds for beds:D

[@Pinoyphilly]

Matthias: you are just so good at what you are doing. You are a blessing to many of us that follows your video

[@RaindropsBleeding]

supporting a mattress with just slats has always made me nervous, especially since I've had one or two of them break before when a friend sat down hard. Have you considered adding 3/8" plywood sheets over the slats to help distribute the weight better?

[@matthiaswandel]

+RaindropsBleeding Supporting a mattress with a solid surface is not ideal. You want openings on the bottom so the mattress can breathe a bit (humidity from the occupant gets into the mattress. It needs to breathe)

[@RaindropsBleeding]

+Matthias Wandel Huh. I didn't know that. I just learned something. Thanks.

[@Googaliemoogalie]

+RaindropsBleeding you could turn the wood sideways so the thinner part of the 2X4 is facing up. it won't break easily that way! this is how wall and floor studs and joists are

[@dadajackyo]

+RaindropsBleeding slats are usually 1x3 or 1x4, so they are not as strong as the 2x4 he's using here, you know?

[@RaindropsBleeding]

+dadajack I did not.That is another thing I've learned.

[@lorettarambo2245]

You should teach a class on this. I learned so much just from watching 👀this.Thank you!

[@whilomforge3402]

i can't tell you how many times my planer has unplugged itself, lol! great video, as usual.

[@funny-video-YouTube-channel]

Ikea sells the metal parts for some of their products separately. You could use them in your designs, because they make life easier and make the furniture more portable. Building out of clean wood is still good, because it's better for indoor air quality.

[@taekwan1]

8:25 "Oh Good, it fits" LMAO what if he made the wrong size LOL

[@chrisscullynz]

I thought Matthias was going to join old cargo sandals for some sexy gay time

[@bigsteve458]

After years of following your show an seeing the pure genius you produce, you need a tv show

[@gregmcglothern5723]

Does this just look fun to anyone else?

[@ZVEKOfficial]

I guess I've watched well over 200 woodworking videos but I've never made anything in my life lol

[@sirtorrance2069]

It looks like a great project! Nothing overly complicated, just dedicated time!

[@GplayB]

very soothing to watch :)

[@onjofilms]

@NightFury lol, I'm the same way with welding videos.

[@MrMeasaftw]

I built my own bed for a small room. Needed it to be almost 1,5 meters above the floor so we wouldn't lose storage space in our tiny little room. Its actually really fulfilling to sleep in something you built yourself. And it doesn't creak like the previous bed did!

[@CJWarlock]

I like the resting comfort and entertainment of watching a video about a furniture that is made for the same thing: comfort, resting and... entertainment. :)

[@cokefridger]

At 8:30 i expected the Casper matress ad. But then I noticed, that I am on the other channel ^^

[@MegaMetinMetin]

cokefridger microjig

[@milekzdf2436]

steve ramsey was a good youruber but his ads are too much

[@PastenTube]

Came here to check if the casper ad reference was still available as a comment. Guess it's not :D

[@Moksoory1]

This bed is 1000X stronger than pre-made beds you get nowadays at furniture stores which are made almost entirely out of particleboard!

[@RtCarolina]

Wranglerstar might start watching now that you ditched the metric system. Nice stuff, when are you building the crib?

[@howycwap]

Rt Carolina we dont want him here. Noone tell him

[@BrokenRRT]

I enjoy Wranglestar time to time but if he build this he would have it full of sap and his label ;)

[@puwazatza]

the most professional diy guy on KZbin yet.

[@JeremyMcMahan]

Very nice build. (I laughed out loud at the Pocket Hole jab.) :)

[@brianpiper3188]

Jeremy McMahan I laughed at the pocket hole jab too :)

[@dougallen713]

Matthias is one of the best wood workers on youtub. I always enjoy his project videos, but I really think it!s time to change his you tub name to "Pocket Hole" or "English Units"! Pocket Hole I love your sense of humor!

[@dronus]

There's no end to the possibilities of what that bed could look like. Very cool Dude!

[@PhilipPetrunak]

Huh. You know, if you drilled some tiny holes in the back where nobody would see them to release the air and glue built up in the mortises you may have been able to get those mortises in easier without compromising strength. Plus, it's the back so no one would see them.

[@JeepTherapy]

True. But most wood workers shave off just a tiny 1/8” or less wide flat spot on the round of the dowel or domino to also do the same thing and there’s no hole. But good idea though

[@brandongriggs3532]

Looks great!! I ran into the same problem when I glued my headboard together. I didn't have clamps long enough to gang together like you did so i had to run out to my truck and grab some ratchet straps. Barley got it together before the glue set up!

[@Asdayasman]

How long did that take? Also, if I understood correctly, the wood the slats are resting on is just glued to the frame? Doesn't that mean that the glue is what's bearing all the weight?

[@ricos1497]

Asdayasman That's the same on most beds isn't it? Mine is certainly that way.

[@Wordsnwood]

Asdayasman With modern glues and a tight joint, the wood will break before the glue does.

[@Asdayasman]

Rico S My slatholder is bolted to the frame.

[@Asdayasman]

wordsnwood Really?

[@Wordsnwood]

Asdayasman Yes. This is well documented on the web. In fact, Matthias did a glue strength test also: woodgears.ca/joint_strength/glue.html

[@Lucas-lh8kg]

I feel like there is a definite market for furniture like this. Simple, elegantly designed, and sturdy as hell. If you had the time and interest you could make good money just doing projects like this and selling them. Though it might get boring for such a smart guy.

[@lunardust201]

um no . well maybe for single guys. but this bed is ugly af sorry to say.

[@CHL41993]

You just glued those rails? They support the whole bed.

[@ahilal]

+CHL41993 I had that thought too but there was a heck of a lot of long-grain-to-long-grain contact there, and the pieces were nicely jointed/planed. Full lamination can be as strong as the wood itself.

[@mauro334]

The funny thing is that the joints of the headboard are unbreakble...

[@patrickmurphy7442]

If you look at the end of the video while they are setting it up in the room you will notice about 5-7 screws in the rails, at 7:57

[@KINDMUSICCO]

I wad thinking the same thing.

[@MrEdsster]

Always quality workmanship. That's why we enjoy your videos so much. Thank you

[@woodbutcher6621]

When you said "you could just use pocket holes" I almost spit out my beer!

[@Simon-oy7kf]

Why?

[@hotrodhog2170]

Matthias is such a comedian sometimes!

[@generalcontrol]

Nice. I can watch these type of videos for hours. Craftsmen like this are the best part of human race.

[@AnttiHarri]

Did it squeak?

[@gloves1212]

Just made this! took a few night / weekends but turned out great - made it taller and didn't make the headboard as fancy. Thanks!

[@BudionoSukses]

good job... hello from Indonesian carpenter :)

[@hagenohea]

I really had to chuckle when you were planing thickness, and had to run to clear the cord from the end of the piece.I have had to do that sort of thing many times myself. It looked really comical when done at high speed. Great looking bedframe, BTW.

[@nhguavhayzajerutas703]

now that was great....better then anything store bought......!

[@evapor1a]

Damn straight!

[@WallaWillie]

than*

[@markolijus]

Beautiful, clean.. real wood bed.. great job sir... enjoying your work very much

[@lostevesy]

Where's your mattress sponsorship Matthias ? ! Haha

[@keliekhp]

Saya penasaran, apakah bapak memang seorang yang berprofesi sebagai pengrajin kayu / hanya sekedar hobi? Saya orang Indonesia, saya sering melihat cara kerja mereka di desa saya namun sangat jauh jika dibandingkan dengan peralatan yg bapak pakai dengan memperhatikan standar keselamatan diri dan memperhatikan pula kebersihan di tempat kerja....Amazing

[@mikabla]

7:11 "AAAAAAAAAAAAAAA III AAAAAAAAAA IIII AAAAAAAAAAA III AAAAAA.... Will always love you"

[@janmichaelbarraquias9295]

Exretrf

[@mantau2961]

Es macht immer wieder Spaß, Deinen Videos zuzusehen.

[@astafzciba]

6:47 send it to the hydraulic press channel guy

[@-REDTRUCK-]

lol

[@Ramsworldwidevolg]

You are a gifted carpenter!!..Keep up yourself!!..God is with you.

[@rjrombal]

Matthias, You are a fabulous wood working teacher! Rich

[@cadenaek3066]

You can find similar projects on the Wood Glut website.

[@littleshepherdfarm2128]

Mathias Wandel: Wow! I have NEVER seen anyone hammer so fast!!! LOL. Looks great. Glad you stooped to our American level using Inches this time. LOL. Love your videos. You build some awesome stuff. Keep it coming Please.

[@sunofslavia]

Imperial measurements?! Please shut down the Internets. Much PTSD, so stress.

[@bighands69]

Imperial is a much better system. Great british furniture used imperial for hundreds of years. Wood in the UK today is still measure and spoke of in imperial.

[@W123]

Wonderful job 👍🏻 as I'm planning to do the same bed but 2x2 I learned some nice techniques, thanks.

[@nickjm37fordel1]

Thanks for using inches, it's great hearing the measurements in English :-)

[@forrestaddy9644]

Metric is for people who can't divide by two.

[@sigurd8008]

+Forrest Addy like everyone exept for americans?

[@forrestaddy9644]

+Sigurd Edvang Yeah, bunch of Phillistines over here. Who else would continence sanctioned torture, NASCAR racing, and Donald Trump?

[@ice-cold_3469]

what do u mean. do some people use centimetre in this world

[@problemasconelswingdegolf988]

That's a beautifully simple looking bed, I just discovered your videos. Still make them. I hope.

[@edhondo4447]

next time cut groves in the tenons to let the air out ..

[@Motorsickie]

or (easier) drill a very small diameter hole into the bottom of each mortise from the back of the flat side to let the air out. (learning here ). Fill with sawdust /glue mix..

[@jondavis2206]

That certainly is a neat & clean small looking work shop. What I'd give to be so organized!

[@Naomi_Boyd]

The secret to great woodworking is wearing slippers in the shop. comfort = creativity 8 out of 10 toes are overrated anyway. =)

[@bighands69]

LOL

[@sanjiboy600]

I love ur work, im also a carpenter, framer, but i like finished product carpentry as well so u sir are giving me lots of ideas, thanks :) best wishes

[@Briggleton]

I would have stained it

[@TheOnlyRizzy]

+Jaded Lion Would've been perfect if he stained it to match the side stands before varnishing it

[@babyjjnels]

Wow your a good craftsman. I love your setup and how you use such a small space but it's really efficient. I would love to make this bed. Great job look forward to more videos.

[@carrnil]

"Queen sized bed for a friend" Hope you got to try it afterwards, with your "Friend" ...

[@JordanLedbetter]

carrnil projecting much?

[@tomdenny8507]

Once more you have produced an entertaining and informative video of high quality. Thank you.

[@Remmes]

Inches?! UNSUB!

[@frozengamer698]

I made this bed out of Oak and Walnut. It's a simple design that I was able to do myself. Thanks for the video.

[@coucoreyjcollins]

have you ever made a bunk bed twin on top and full size on the bottom?..really liked the way you built this bed...thanks

[@tedcruz8492]

At 1:15 the side rails glued together to support the slats. Is that just fastened by glue? How well will that hold up to the mattress and people resting on it?

[@moonblink]

That "Slot Mortiser" you made looks awesome! 4:05

[@eyesrajones]

I have been wondering if you water your glue down at all. I noticed the glue bowl a while back and was wondering. I love your work, keep it up.

[@raiderrob672]

Nice. I built a queen size bed about 9 years ago. 4x4's for the leg's and 2x8's for the rails. used 4" 90 brackets and 3 ' lag screw's to attach the rails to the post's. custom built the end plat's out of 1/4' steel. I am a BIG dud so I made this bed bomb proof.

[@mediaSophia88]

I love how you have so many tools for the job! Great video.

[@QBlackDeathQ]

This guy is like sky-net he builds his own equipment, with his own equipment, everything besides bits,and anything that comes with a motor stock, drills, saws, etc.

[@traktorhelga]

I wonder if the bed will squeak over time? I made a bed once with only screws to hold it together and after a few months it started to squeak. I was later told that the wood (2*8) for the frame, (2*2) for the legs and (36mm* 120mm) for the bed bottom had not been indoors long enough, so the wood shrunk after i assembled it. in the middle of the bottom i had to reinforce it with another 36mm*120mm going across the lenght of the bottom with a leg to hold it up. Also i didnt have the fancy back that sticks up, but i am guessing it is for decoration and not so much for construcion.

[@matthewlightowler4724]

Need your advise building a king size bed.. the headboard is going to consist of 4x4 post and 8x2 rails would thick dowel joints be okay