DIY BUNK BED UNDER $100

DIY bunk bed for under $100. In this video I show you how I built this bunk bed for under $100.
Thanks for watching!!
Material list
4 2x10x10'
4 2x4x10'
2 2x6x10'
9 1x4x8'
Cut list
4 - 2x10 cut to 6' 3 3/4"
4 - 2x10 cut to 3' 2"
4 - 2x4 cut to 6'
2 - 2x6 cut to 6' 3 3/4"
3 - 2x4 cut to 3'2"
16 - 1x4 cut to 3'4"
This is the bunk bed I designed and built for my kids. Not responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur while building or using this bed.
For business inquiries email Matt at [e-mail]

[@mechammatt]

The 2x12 is actually 2x10.

[@shantahsieh4833]

I will try to do it with Woodglut plans.

[@agtakaitilak645]

this is not just how to build a bunk bed with 100$ that made me watch this, it's how I enjoy watching whole family help around to built it and the best way to spend time.

[@krystalsmith7989]

Thank you so much my husband and I was just sitting looking at how expensive these things are and out of no where I’m like let’s make one and he agreed and then we found you thank God we did!!!

[@learningkids8897]

Quick suggestion for everyone, either slant the bottom cutout or round it off. Too big of a chance for that square corner to catch legs, arms, heads, etc. if bumped. I nice radius rather than the corner would be safer. Nice work and thanks for the video and info on this.

[@justinpatchez2094]

I also recommend this i cut ad steep andles and heavily sanded all edges on the climb over board... great comment!!!

[@niwradsiphone]

Thanks Matt! Been trying to get ideas to build a loft bed and your design is perfect!

[@shanedamron4496]

I just got done building my granddaughters these bunk beds using this video, worked out perfectly, thanks.

[@racheat]

I'd add blocks under the 2x10's as your hardware is seeing all the load in the form of shear. Personally I use 4*4 posts and 3/8 hex bolts with a washer on each end and a lock nut following the first. Two bolts per end, four per corner.

[@bxrhsn7370]

Loved the kid's helping. I love kids

[@nickisneat3154]

good plans. I going to use this as a general layout for a bunk bed for my cousins

[@pierdelune]

THANKS FOR LAYING OUT THE CUT LIST BUDDY! 😎

[@jon-patrickw.7969]

Thanks, Matt! You rock man!

[@barthwife7116]

Thank you for this explanatory guide. It looks pretty sturdy. One way to improve the joints is to use a Kreg clamp to pull the butt joints together before screwing. Though that sounds like a dirty pun, it is a tip I got from a friend who makes cabinetry professionally.

[@asmapowell2426]

Yes it makes sense thank you Matt!!!

[@anthonysarvabui3908]

Thanks for the video. Need to replace a bunk bed. Definitely going to build.

[@19d3lta9]

Nice build! I like how the whole family was involved in the assembly! Also I seen in the comments that you are from Krum. My father lives in Krum

[@MaGacc]

Nice work it helped me to make one for my kids. Thank you so match

[@1986yamahafazer69]

👍🏻 nice job! It’s not to complicated to build for an average person like myself that’s not so great with carpentry projects. Thanks.

[@traceyevans2757]

Thanks for the video man! Looking to build a small version for my dogs.

[@emmav8726]

Great video!

[@aaronwagner8904]

Loved that your kids helped! I'm started construction and the kreg jig makes it so easy to do all the prep work in the garage. How deep are your mattresses though? 6" or 8"? We'll need to purchase them and i like how yours fit flush to the top of the 2x12.

[@AaronPomeroyskylinmpomeroy]

How has the bed held up. Great video and thanks for the Materials list and the cut list.

[@dexhex1]

Great Job.

[@juliemecham9046]

You make it look so easy!

[@mechammatt]

Oh Julie, It is easy!

[@jhnnewsomthings9421]

Loved this video. Quick question: My children have twin xl mattresses; Would happen to know what measurements I need to build them to those mattresses?

[@jibonjala]

Great Job...love it when the kids come into shot...like can we help you Daddy.

[@D_Whit3]

Nice work!😎

[@StittsBits]

What?! You built that?! Wow. 👌🏻👍🏻

[@laurala8310]

This looks awesome. Current price for me would be $180 but that’s not too bad.

[@seepugarun1]

Great vid. Thanks for posting. Any issues with just using pocket screws?

[@shyamchetri5585]

Nice nice bed

[@mardakworkshop4450]

nice job 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@mechammatt]

+MAJEED MARDAK thanks.

[@asmapowell2426]

Matt which screw sizes went with which angles or side of lumber connections...?

[@joeys4363]

Hi can you please tell me what size wood you used also screws. Thankyou looks amazing btw

[@justinlunsford9015]

Was the screws you listed the correct size?

[@jesusa9841]

What size screws did you use to connect the rails and headboards

[@DanielRodriguez-qq1ot]

Here I am in 2022, when gas prices are nearly 7 bucks. I was wondering how did you managed to build this nice bunk bed for under $100, until I noticed the year you uploaded this video.

[@ericsanquist]

now if it had small cabinet posts and maybe a built in light under the top bunk and for the ladder you could make a four step dresser

[@chelseadonell639]

How much did you end up spending just on the lumber?

[@GuamFamily]

What series Kreg jig do you use for this?

[@texasbelle87]

Is this for full size or twin size mattresses?

[@alfredabbey6162]

You didn’t mention that one of the tools was a table saw. I always wanted a table saw and now I have an excuse to get one.

[@hammondj82]

Alfred Abbey that’s how I got my miter saw. I “needed” it for a bench project. 😂

[@ZGGordan]

That's how you do it. Get the tool, make a bench. Now you have tools and a benc and it's time to makse new shit :D

[@spiceit3419]

Cool

[@matthewransom62]

What kind of wood did you use?

[@emmettr1]

What size screws are you using?

[@chasemoore9999]

2023 price just for lumber $150+ just FYI. Still can’t beat that price though! Any links for how you attached the ladder?

[@jionididit1899]

Is this any specific kind of wood or just regular old 2x white wood material like Douglas Fir? That’s what I’m looking at but not sure.

[@mechammatt]

I just used the 2x material I got at Lowe’s.

[@WilliamHollinger2019]

i will use this when i have kids but rn i want a bunk bed for my brother and i because i want to have room for my desk.

[@lustyv]

How tall are your ceilings?

[@chelseadonell639]

Also how often did u drill them side holes so they would line up

[@mechammatt]

+Chelsea Donell i just kind of guessed where to put the pocket holes.

[@brendagonzalez2095]

Is this a full bed or twin bed? Thank you.

[@mechammatt]

+Brenda Gonzalez this is for a twin bed. I have extra space around the mattress for making the bed... probably too much space.

[@JoeyMurder]

Major anxiety at 2:20 I was worried about your poor table saw lol

[@afnanqari2570]

How much the matters size?

[@raycollins7173]

hey i think i seen you was from krum area where did you gofor lumber sorry if im wrong

[@mechammatt]

+Ray Collins I use to be around Denton. Right now I just get lumber from lowes.

[@raycollins7173]

that is where I am at is Denton.

[@asmapowell2426]

Hey Matt, if I wanted to add a ladder to this bunkbed design, what would you reccomend I use and do

[@asmapowell2426]

recommend*** sorry typo..

[@asmapowell2426]

Also Matt, after reading that you have extra space around the twin size mattresses...what can you recommend I do differently to avoid having the space because I would like a perfect or almost perfect mattress fit

[@asmapowell2426]

Thanks in advance!😊

[@mechammatt]

+Asma Powell you can have 2x4 added to one of the ends to make the ladder. I would measure your mattress and cut the boards to fit that. I believe you’d need to take about 1 3/4” off depending on your mattress. Hope this makes sense

[@TheJunkyardgenius]

What size of pocket screws are you using? The biggest ones I can find wouldn't be strong enough to hold that together.

[@AidanSkoyles]

should use 2.5 in pocket screws for joining 2x material.

[@JS-lb6gp]

@@AidanSkoyles hi What pocket hole jig is that? I can’t find one that will go up to 2inch thick.

[@AidanSkoyles]

@@JS-lb6gp K4.

[@JS-lb6gp]

@@AidanSkoyles Thanks for replying. That one says 12 to 38mm thick, still not 2 inches.

[@brandiholmes7528]

can you tell me the model of that drill please just for reference and comparison purposes

[@mechammatt]

+Brandi Holmes it's a dewalt impact drill

[@jontueArtz]

Was kinda confusing for the set up should've put the sizes as you were putting them together but overall great video and helped me alot to try and built this loft bed I need for my boys

[@Erica-ff6sr]

Are those just standard twin size mattresses?

[@mechammatt]

+Erica Boyd they are. I have extra room around the mattress. It's probably a little too much extra room

[@aaronsmith8596]

You think I could build this as a loft bed and leave out the bottom bunk?

[@mechammatt]

+Aaron Smith I think so. Might need to have a brace along the back on the bottom. Just to help keep things sturdy

[@TheDiymarketingguru]

What pocket hole jig did you use (I want to buy one) and what length / size screws for the pocket holes? On the fence between the Kreg Jig HD (or) the regular kreg jigs that use smaller screws. Do I need the larger HD for strength on this bunk bed or are the regular ones fine?

[@mechammatt]

+Ricky Brandon I used the cheapest kreg pocket hole jig. I think it was around $40. I used 2 1/2" pocket screws since I was attaching 1 1/2 lumber to at least 1 1/2" lumber. Hope this answered your question.

[@imonaroll9502]

Make sure you use heavy duty screws. Do not use drywall screws.❤

[@emiliovazquez8600]

Looks like the youtuber hasn't uploaded in 2 years so you don't mind if i ask you? what does it mean by the cut list? Material list "4 - 2x10 cut to 6' 3 3/4" what does 6' 3 mean? what length should the screws be? can for the last wood 9 1x4x8' can i buy actual furring strip? they seem to be 2 bucks each would it work as good sub?. Its my first build project that im considering for 2 short adults.

[@imonaroll9502]

@@emiliovazquez8600 usually when they mention 6‘ 3 3/4”. He means 72” + 3 3/4”= for a total of 75 3/4” in Length or what ever mattress length your installing. As for screw length use one that will bite the wood good but I do recommend the support brackets to carry much of the weight on the corners. You might want to beef up the support feeding strip to 1.5” and glue it and screw it down because it’s what’s going to support a lot of weight. Some times it’s better if you find some used metal supports to use then you would use a bolt in the corners to attach through the headboard and footboard. Then wood slats Accross then a mattress on top.

[@azuniga2005]

What grit sand paper did you used??

[@contritemarker2555]

80 grit than 220

[@justinlunsford9015]

I just went and bought all the materials and cut it down. Are you sure you used 2x12s because yours look like 2x10s. 2x12s seem big and heavy to attach to 2x4s... Makes me nervous for safety.

[@mechammatt]

Shoot, those are 2x10's I wouldnt worry about the safety it will just give them a bigger bumper. Sorry about the mix up.

[@tonilim9238]

whats the purpose of pocket holes?

[@jjustinhill2459]

so you don't see the screw heads on the outside. gives it a cleaner look

[@QuestionEverything2023]

If I was to buy this timber in the UK in 2023 I would be looking at £350+

[@ikenuako7889]

No ladder?

[@becca6061]

Nice!! Now let me send you my address so you can come show us personally how easy it is ... 😂

[@Therealphantomzero]

So from my understanding you didn't screw this bed to the wall right?

[@mechammatt]

Right. The bed is not attached to the wall.

[@guanaco1626]

Matt Mecham what size screws did you use?

[@rubenflores9072]

under 100? here in Denver is 90 just for the 4 2x12th

[@mahmoudabukhadier5605]

Seems like it could be very wobbly

[@mechammatt]

This bed has no wobble to it still.

[@mahmoudabukhadier5605]

Matt Mecham how much weight can the top support?

[@mechammatt]

I have put over 250 lbs up there no problem.

[@asmapowell2426]

😀

[@TheMadJester159]

Would not trust pocket hole screws... not enough sheer strength. Saving money doesnt matter when it's done wrong.

[@azuniga2005]

What would you recommend??

[@contritemarker2555]

I would say carriage bolts

[@williamrankin5941]

The 1x4s I had to cut at 3’6”

[@getmeoutofiraq05]

you are correct. i just made this bed also, and am having same issue. i havent put slats in yet. Is it okay with the width being 4 inches bigger than the mattress? do you fall in the gap?

[@ruthalon9323]

Where are the stairs?

[@Oseiwe]

You have a gem helping you out. In my world the missus would mock you for even trying

[@ironman11880]

that same lumber list costs $260+ today

[@manny_f]

*assuming you own a fully equipped workshop.

[@biggnschristopher1378]

5 years later and it's still less than 1000$

[@marlangeiger9843]

Measurements are wrong the peices that are supposed to be 3' 2" should just be 36" ..... At 3" 2" the bed slats will be 2" short ...40" i did it step by step and my slats are 42" and now there is a big ass gap on each side

[@DevinNerison]

That was easy in US. Now living in Thailand. I see what you are doing,but in Thailand not so easy. Mostly concrete buildings here. If I built this I think pull on the concrete with a good hole, plastic setting and a screw may work if it is deep enough. We don't have studs, we don't have ground. CPU shocks me all the time.I got all this in Oregon. All the chop saws, air nailers. So what I say is you need to look at Thailand. People in a 1 bedroom with kids. How can we make it easier or more livable?

[@matimorabeats]

Forgot something very important, the latter

[@shoppewater241]

you need to be pro fast builder so you can get fast subscribers!

[@danluxton9672]

It’s definitely not a 100$ build lmao almost 300$ worth of lumber you listed

[@ohkurwa5187]

Get a better mic.

[@thomaswinkelspecht7912]

music sucked

[@jonshaffer5793]

Did you try nailing your wife on that? If so how did it hold up?

[@luiscastaneda1190]

Haha

[@garymeikle5482]

Nice idea but could have save $40 on the lumber by halving the dimensions i.e. 1"x 4" and 1"x 5". It's for your two adorable boys . . . not baby elephants!

[@mechammatt]

+Gary Meikle I probably could have. But I like that it's strong enough to hold everyone on the top bunk.