DIY Loft Bed

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This DIY Loft Bed was made out of construction scaffolding that I bought from Home Depot. This is a really easy way to make a lofted bed and the scaffolding can still be used as scaffolding.
links to the products I used:
scaffolding frame:
www.homedepot.com/p/MetalTech...
scaffolding decking:
www.homedepot.com/p/MetalTech...
This video was sponsored by Simpli Safe

[@vincentiusjames3811]

is that bed strong enough for netflix and chilling 😂😂

[@zachariahdelosreyes206]

Raven Shade don't think he knows what netflix and chill means

[@bradyspage]

That's what the silicone caulk was for. To reduce the rattles during netflix and chill

[@alexmarkou936]

I think it depends on your weight and how much time you watch Netflix on it, also be careful cause if you fall asleep while watching Netflix you might fall down the bed and brake your neck

[@h0rcrux774]

well i mean if you dont fall off...

[@alexanderswander8176]

Raven Shade It might break due to shaking

[@VC-Toronto]

There is also a version of the scaffold end frames that is adjustable, anywhere from 3 feet to 5 feet, so that it would not leave a gap depending on which size mattress you selected. Most stores don't stock it, but usually the pro desk can order them in for you. With the 5 foot frames, if the goal was to re-use as much as possible, it may have been better to simply purchase a second (and third) scaffold deck. 3 of them would be just under 60 inches, which would be the size for a queen mattress.

[@raynoladominguez4730]

I can imagine this design becoming the next college fad, especially for art students, you can hang an easel off of one outside end; just a thought. Another great idea.

[@raynoladominguez4730]

Your design idea, I mean.

[@philrabe910]

I did this in my dorm room in 1983. There are no new ideas under the sun it seems.

[@GenXeroFilms]

PLEASE film the build of your new house. PLEASE!

[@reforzar]

He is. Check out his podcast where he talks about it more.

[@jamespalmer3401]

He’s working on it, you might check out the modern maker podcast, where he talks about the zoning and permitting process he is having to deal with right now, it is a pretty neat way to keep up with Ben on a weekly basis

[@ConstantlyKenny]

This is going to be so much cheaper than buying a queen size loft frame.

[@JG-pw5cr]

Great idea but I would drill a few holes in the plywood to give the bottom of the mattress some ventilation so it doesn't get funky and moldy.

[@Tyler-ug1hs]

Gopher it

[@Lady_dromeda]

This would be really good for small apartments, minimalists and minimalists with small apartments

[@LivefreeanddiyTv]

Great secondary use for scaffolding... I have some old scaffolding behind my garage, I might need to clean it up and build something w/ it! 🤓👍

[@nimdowo]

I wouldn't trust my self sleeping in there, I would most likely fall off the bed during the night, even with that rail installed 🤣

[@realjester]

Ok this is a great idea. So clean looking 👍👍👍

[@GiotheGhreat]

This channel is going to make New Yorker go nuts, specially the ones who live in the city.

[@ryanthomastew]

this was one of your best videos and most clever use of industrial supplies. Thanks for the idea!

[@flexarnn]

Looks amazing but wont the pipe legs leave horrible marks in the floor?

[@GPflashclass]

After some netflix and chilling XD

[@annamartin9840]

flexxarnnn but pads on it

[@telluride3577]

Put some tennis balls on the end of it, maybe

[@zoeyaddison2365]

Put a foam pad on the bottom.

[@wclark3196]

It's a rental. Probably doesn't care.

[@waterdamaged7409]

It’s 11:25 and I’m watching a video about how to make a loft bed from the comfort of my loft bed

[@BrothersMake]

"guys we're out of scaffolding".. "fear not... come with me to the bedroom"

[@JournyOfaPeacefulRuller]

Never liked scaffolding more. Awesome!!!

[@romeblanchard3419]

The wardrobe thing makes it look chic.

[@JoshuaSavio7]

Exactly i guess that's just for the portrait of how it looks otherwise that is a very minimal wardrobe very less people would have it

[@grandolddrummer]

That bedside table was inspired!! Awesome

[@Broc13]

I've always wanted a loft bed. Especially due to my small house I think it'd be great because of the usable space underneath when you need every inch of space in your home for storage and stuff.

[@AdamVanEssen]

That's even cooler then how you described it on the podcast! Awesome job!

[@felixfromnebraska8648]

Nice build Ben, Great idea and use of the scaffolding.

[@VintageChameleon]

I live for your videos. I have made so many things inspired by you guys!

[@lmelgar7699]

mais um grande projeto desse canal...abraços do Brasil

[@aConvivialParticle]

love love love this idea! definitely want to try this out

[@AndreaArzensek]

Some really neat ideas! Great build!

[@Calida]

DAMN. I needed this video like a year ago! I love it!

[@greyham123]

Love this project man. Inspirational ideas...

[@Native-Kitty]

This idea is AWESOME... and dare I say EPIC!

[@emilionavarro2575]

This is perfect for cleaning and organizing

[@brandonsturms4165]

Awesome video! I’ve been on the road a lot lately, and have been blasting through the podcast. You guys are killing it!

[@sgsax]

Now that's industrial.

[@ChuckEllis]

This is a great idea! I was thinking of doing a loft bed for my daughter's room when she's old enough. This would make it super easy.

[@tiawilliams5690]

Chuck Ellis You should have side rails for a child’s bed and a loft bed can be built just as cheaply and probably more sturdily using dimensional lumber.

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Nice project Ben! & Jessie! Thanks for sharing the video with us.😎👍JP

[@JeffM375]

10/10 Would build, if i had power tools and hands.

[@layeredstreetart7870]

this comment made my day!

[@pamiilapar8698]

Darkwolf 349 hahhah

[@Applecatstime]

Jeff Moore god dammit Jeff!

[@skyeim]

I’m super tempted to do this... it would also give me an excuse to get a double mattress.

[@jzledwards01]

Absolutely brilliant!

[@kaalthai]

Man, u r my new hero! This idea was just great!

[@bolbiitp7850]

Great video, man! I’m looking forward to your house project!

[@DWORLD-ve9bs]

I’m trying to figure out how to develop and build my own portable loft bed with ease if disassembly. This is so inspiring that I’m willing to try some semblance of the design. The only thing that I didn’t like aesthetically was the stabilizing crossbars in the back, but the ingenuity and innovative transformation/repurposing was very convincing. I think I may reconsider using scaffolding to achieve my LEGO loft bed design because of all the options you presented. Thank you. 👌💪🏽✅

[@vincentradziecki7470]

I love those chucks!

[@evazkee7246]

I'm so doing this. I have like a studio and this will save space. Thanks

[@TheBlondegedu]

Did this. You said to use 1/2" plywood, however the MetalTech scaffold walk uses 5/8" plywood for a perfect fit.

[@RicardoSanchez-nx4pt]

Excelente video , gracias por compartir

[@speddicord01]

Love the bed idea that's cool

[@MrMangofresco]

smart and creative. i like the idea. keep on keeping your bar high.

[@ragtie6177]

Great idea & build!

[@berryfairy68]

Love this idea, even if I had money for something fancy I’d like something like this better 😁

[@FirstBurns]

Really cool design, but you should make sure the mattress is able to ventilate from the bottom. If a mattress is put on a closed of surface like you did here there's a high risk of mold forming inside the mattress.

[@user-rl1pd8ei1n]

it looks great ❤️ totally going to make one for my room

[@rhart367]

Great idea and great job.

[@zross8471]

Super clever! Love it

[@TinyHouseTalk]

This is awesome! Well done!

[@homebodyhero4602]

I don't think he knows what Netflix and chill means.

[@hayleyfinch8768]

same...

[@johnchase4408]

Sure He does. He's a Californian.

[@JohnMadeit]

i like anything that is modular and industrial.. so great make.. :)

[@doodars9357]

Looks so cool

[@iansollender7478]

Looks cool!

[@Kyle-gq7tk]

My god that alarm caught me off guard. Need a warning next time lol

[@MichaelMendozaMagic]

rip speakers

[@JoDidntHearYou]

Lol right?! I was at work during lunch with my earbuds in, and I thought the fire alarm was going off. My coworkers didn’t even flinch 😂

[@TheJakeChandler]

@@MichaelMendozaMagic WHAT!? DID YOU SAY SOMETHING!?

[@KarlaJTanner]

Just brilliant man!

[@Leowulfs]

Simpli Safe needs some scorpion and spider detectors if you're in the desert Ben. Also, that alarm demo set my two dogs off lol. This is great I've wanted a loft bed since my apartment off-campus is tiny :(

[@thompoz7114]

Well done! Very well.

[@andrewgalloway4285]

Thanks for the tutorial

[@CNTHINGS]

Great repurpose of already existing material. Very clever!

[@kyleiriarte4434]

Nice! I am impressed

[@195robin]

What a creative idea!🤙🏻

[@thomasbrenes6619]

Awesome idea best in years

[@twinsauce]

I LOVE THIS

[@AtomicPunk820]

How would you make a platform for a full size mattress? Great idea and video!

[@mellosays]

Really cool!

[@borakim9817]

Wow congrats on buy a lands! It is so nice for you and good luck!

[@mrbitcoin5586]

Genius! Subscribed!

[@MetronomeOne]

HomeMadeModern makes the best commercials I've ever seen *no sarcasm intended.*

[@halifaxliving]

Brilliant!

[@brandonperez2267]

You should drill some large diameter holes in the plywood so the mattress can vent. It’ll make a difference on those warm J tree summer nights.

[@raymondmcgee4491]

When you have elevated work to do, but don't want to get out of bed....... another great idea y'all👍🏾

[@hotmanmogayakinsitompul6805]

Amazing...good job...

[@BTBIANCO]

I already thought about making a bed of scaffolding. But my idea just mount them normally. your idea is so much better.

[@joesashiify]

Wow!. Haven't seen anything new in a while from you guys. 👍

[@sammysamsam2992]

That’s so cool!!!!

[@robhimself79]

Dang you're a clever dude.

[@JustBuildItCanada]

supper cool idea👍👍👍👍👍

[@Maderasdesign]

Pretty Cool! Only issue is that the bottom of the mattress isnt breathing. That's a quick way to get mold. Just a heads up!

[@redoneoneone]

The video which you need to see when you buy new house and there is no money for furniture ... Been there done that ✔️

[@jamedonovan3555]

Scafffold screw jacks and pins.

[@msanseverino78]

What’s the max weight for something like this. Great space saver for small bedrooms

[@rambolambo5754]

love it

[@michaelcendo]

Hope to see you in the desert. I'm building out there as well.

[@Gabriellathomas4725]

This is cool. I would do this but I have no building skills. I would probably make the bed collapse when I got on it lol.

[@Mrspesosxoxo]

Super cool 😎

[@valeriehowden471]

Saw your guest appearance on This Old House. A tough crowd to impress. We are going to adapt your plans for an outdoor concrete + cedar kitchen island to make a smaller bathroom vanity to fit a sink we got for next to nothing at a Habitat for Humanity Restore. Your designs are great. Thanks

[@katiequinlan6722]

@HomeMadeModern How much did this cost in total?

[@TheTonyAndreas]

Frickin Amazeballz!!!!

[@JoDidntHearYou]

May I ask how tall the room is?

[@RudieObias]

Man, I wish I was handy enough to build something like this...

[@kevinsobalvarro8020]

does it shake a lot when climbing to the top, or is it stable? also, does it shake when tossing and turning while sleeping?

[@davielawrence3773]

I would either fall off the bed at night or bump my head on the little night stand 😵😂

[@sanchezgersonok]

Crack se pasaron genial idea

[@abdulabdulsalam947]

Nice

[@Mickey_McD]

Cool project! Will your desert house be a 2nd home or your primary home? Are there fewer construction restrictions where you bought your land? For example, could you build a tiny house on the property?

[@ninalopez1802]

That’s a brilliant idea.... Would you say the dimensions are sound and large enough to support a queen size bed?

[@pkbreeze08]

I've been thinking of doing something like this in my bedroom. Creating a mezzanine space for sitting/sleeping. I've contemplated the idea of welding some 1.5"-2" square steel tubing together to make a frame and then using plywood to create a floor, but something like this would be a great alternative, probably a lot cheaper, although not as customisable as if I were to make it from my own design. I wonder if they have these in the U.K :/