Easy DIY Bed Platform (with plans!) | How To Make

I've got detailed PLANS for 3 sizes of this bed available here! bit.ly/3BQhp4X
Today I'm showing you to build this EASY Bed Platform with materials from your local home center! I love how simple and easy the project is, but also minimal, modern and attractive. If you dont have a table saw, you can build this whole bed with just a circular saw.
Twin build plans here: bit.ly/3TDkMHF
Full build plans here: bit.ly/3vbbFEX
Queen build plans here: bit.ly/2TC8sJ9
King build plans here: bit.ly/3hZXQCx
Find all my build plans here: bit.ly/3BQhp4X
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Circular saw: rivr.link/MRG-8OeNdc
Table saw: bit.ly/3V6Eyg3
Belt sander: rivr.link/MRG-XfaiAq
Pocket Hole Jig: rivr.link/MRG-pDR_MV
Drill: rivr.link/MRG-Yy_lz9
Counter sink bit: rivr.link/MRG-MzwEXW
Glue: rivr.link/MRG-srIcnQ
Orbital sander: rivr.link/MRG-LsRasQ
Miter saw: rivr.link/MRG-wS-8Yj
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Erin Longfellow
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I'm Erin Longfellow and I'm a maker, DIYer, builder, designer and content creator. My goal is to help you learn that you too can build or DIY what I make, or anything you need, with easily acessible tools and materials. On this channel you're going to find different builds and designs with a modern emphasis that are DIY friendly, mostly through woodworking, metalworking, construction and home renovations. Be sure to subscribe and enable all notifications! And thanks for watching!
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[@Chris-ep7eb]

Me and my dad built the exact type of bed frame a few years ago. We never screwed in the mattress support parts in top, as I wanted to use the underside for storage, but honestly it's the one of the most strongest bed frames I have ever owned. Highly recommend this DIY!

[@MakerGray]

Yeah great idea on the storage! Thank you!!

[@gracee7246]

My bed frame is broken so I’m gonna have to send this to my dad😂 I love it ❤️

[@seejanedrill]

Outstanding! I love the simplicity of the design and it's warm visual appeal.

[@MakerGray]

Thank you so much, Leah!! Your view and sweet comment mean so much!

[@VWnerds]

Finally something we can all actually try to build, looks great 👍🏼

[@MakerGray]

Thanks! You can totally build this. I hope you do!

[@graysonquenelle]

I woke up and my back hurt from my mattress on the floor, i decided to just go to home depot and buy everything for this and build it. I watched this video twice and just built based on my own knowledge without the plans, its great, it looks so good on the ground and it feels so sturdy. Thank you for this idea! I been wanting to make something like this for a few months but never got around to it. Thanks for the inspiration

[@MakerGray]

Ah that's so great!! I'm so glad to hear this! Thanks for the feedback and enjoy your new bed :)

[@PolkaDotSunglasses]

Going to take this design and try to add a cat maze underneath! Will add size holes for ventilation, too of course :)

[@MakerGray]

I love it! 😻

[@samanthamoran3504]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! This is exactly the style of bedframe I wanted. I can't wait to try this over a weekend!

[@MakerGray]

Great! So happy you are going to build it! Thanks for watching!

[@01hondascott]

how did it turn out? thinking of giving it a try myself.

[@joseambriz5897]

@@01hondascott same Im gonna ask my shop teacher if I could use some of the tools

[@TomThemba]

I am loving this. And even with my 2 cent experience it looks doable. One day when I am done making it for my girls, I will send you the picture... Thanks a lot for sharing... 🤩🤩🤩

[@MakerGray]

I love it! Thanks for watching and for the comment!

[@enormetroll]

I love it, is just what i need for my room.

[@thegraffinski8579]

I've been looking for a simple, yet robust, platform bed frame to make and I think this is the best one yet. I think I may try to put the rails a bit further down so that the mattress is not as tall, though. I'd also like to add some 4x4 legs to raise the best off the floor a few inches so the vacuum can get under. Thank you for such a well explained video!

[@MakerGray]

Great! I think those changes should be no problem at all. Thanks for watching! I'd love to see a pic of your bed when you get it done!

[@cbryce9243]

There is so much beauty in simplicity. The bed is very nice. I'm heading out to travel and am going to build a bed just for my size; it will need to have storage under it. I think I need boxes laid sideways and support in the middle, but not sure how to do it. Guess I need to keep looking!

[@romelfernandez7013]

I like how sturdy it looks. Simple build too

[@kikinette.kofficial]

This is the best diy bed frame in the world

[@MakerGray]

Thanks! I agree 😉

[@WorksbySolo]

So clean and simple, plus it can be disassembled if need be. Great project! This video is informative and has a good pace. Well done!

[@MakerGray]

Thank you so much, Bernie! I really appreciate it :)

[@justinmabie]

Loved it! Woodworking + shallow focus shots = cream of the crop

[@MakerGray]

You're the cream of the crop Justin

[@lorettarambo2245]

This was absolutely fantastic! I was looking for something easy and could possibly making a smaller variation of a twin. It would make for more space in a 1 bedroom apartment. Thank you very much!

[@MakerGray]

Wonderful! Thank you for watching!

[@Gooch1989]

Simple and beautiful

[@ShawnsterVideos]

Excellent. Thank you!

[@mannonmoirangthem]

Maybe it's just me but I think you're a minimalist. Like how you keep it simple and just about enough.

[@MakerGray]

I agree. I definitely think of myself as a minimalist also. I like it simple and clean. Thanks!

[@christineweaver4835]

I truly appreciate this!! I want to get rid of box springs that are creating a lump in the middle of my King mattress! Thank you!

[@MakerGray]

Doing my part to help get rid of terrible box springs everywhere! 🚫 Thanks so much for watching :)

[@MrRickPatel]

Such a simple guide/build, easy to follow and the result is amazing! Good work will be taking tips from this one, thanks

[@MakerGray]

Thanks so much!

[@ahmadtanany2242]

so simple .. so beautiful 💛 thanks

[@MakerGray]

Thanks for watching

[@TheMusic1622]

Thank you for sharing, I believe I'm going to take that project on

[@MakerGray]

Yay!!

[@GanderFlight]

I love how simple, yet elegant this frame is! It looks great and is certainly more robust than the ugly metal boxspring frames! I've never seen the quick clamp miter saw stop block before - totally using that!!! Just found your channel and am excited to follow along on your future builds as well as checking out your past content! Joshua -- Gander Flight

[@MakerGray]

Hey thanks so much Joshua! Really appreciate the kind words and the follow!

[@apdc2012]

Simple and beautiful. Really nice 👍🏻

[@MakerGray]

Thanks so much!

[@alcharlescap]

One of the best diy vids I have seen, ty.

[@MakerGray]

Thank you!

[@mulmerus]

Great plans, super easy build. I added five, 6" legs to allow for storage underneath and to raise the overall height. Bye-bye crappy box spring.

[@MakerGray]

That's a great idea! Thanks!

[@maxblackso488]

I'm in love😍😍😍 wow thank you

[@dtsingh1156]

Simple yet so nice and strong, thanks.

[@MakerGray]

Thanks for watching!

[@francescastevens3777]

You are absolutely amazing! You made that look so easy and so beautiful! I wish I had your workshop and all your “toys”, you have everything I want! 😂😂 Thanks again for another brilliant video! You totally rock! 🥰🤘🤩

[@MakerGray]

Thank you so much :)

[@northislandguy]

This was awesome!! 👍 I’m a tradie and I learned something new from this video, you using circular saw with square. Great idea 🤙

[@MakerGray]

Oh cool, glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for watching!

[@TylerBellMakes]

Yaassss. Awesome job on the video Erin

[@MakerGray]

Thanks Buddy!

[@mohamedwagih3388]

interesting to see easy to apply durable strong king size to deep sleep for single & double Best wishes I am glad to see this video

[@billwithda_blazer3611]

Thank you so much! It looks great!!

[@MakerGray]

Thank you! I appreciate it!

[@FredMcIntyre]

Looks awesome Erin, great job! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@MakerGray]

Thanks Fred!!

[@dustysouthernangel]

I loved this video, I would like to see a basics that covers tools and etc.! Maybe a look to beginning woodworking 😇

[@MakerGray]

Thanks! I'll keep that in mind :)

[@FigmentsMade]

It may be a simple design but it looks good! And no crazy joinery to worry about. I like it!

[@MakerGray]

Thank you Sharon! Much better than the mattress on the floor, which is where it was haha.

[@FigmentsMade]

@@MakerGray Been there! Done that!

[@mahashokry5652]

many thanks from Egypt

[@MakerGray]

Thanks for watching!

[@EthanCarterDesigns]

Such a "simple", clean, and stunning design! Amazing video as always! Do I spy some Alma squares?!?!

[@MakerGray]

Aw thank you, Ethan! I really appreciate it! And yep.... you can spy a killer Alma square from anywhere!

[@leonardkilback8043]

Thank you for the video, all available and understandable.

[@MakerGray]

Thank you!

[@anuradhaabhayawardhana3860]

It was really simple and very interesting to see....thanks for sharing

[@MakerGray]

Thanks for watching

[@davethepak]

Good information, excellent production quality - cool minimalistic design. Just found your channel - look forward to watching more. thanks for sharing.

[@MakerGray]

Awesome! Thanks so much for following along and for the kind words! Much more to come.

[@tonyblakecooper]

so clean! i love it🤙

[@MakerGray]

Thanks! I agree. Clean and easy!

[@guylaurent8138]

nice job, so simple and creative.

[@MakerGray]

Thank you!

[@aneshamonroe]

This is very cute.

[@katerobertson2088]

This is perfect! Hoping it’ll work with a twin bed 😅🤞

[@MakerGray]

Thanks! It will totally work with a twin bed. It'll just need some easy measurements adjustments. You can do it :)

[@ellieboa]

awesome project!

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!

[@linnsoltwedel]

This is my next project!

[@MakerGray]

Yay! It's a great project!

[@apriltingle8230]

❤ Just wanted to say clean simple and clear video...I'm a woodworkers granddaughter so that's saying something 😂. PS I LOVE YOU WORKSHOP BENCHS!!🎉

[@MakerGray]

Thank you!!

[@sohailqureshi759]

Excellent work.

[@MakerGray]

Thank you!

[@cesarsaavedra9249]

it is amazing, thanks excellent video.

[@MakerGray]

Thank you so much :)

[@mrasyid5003]

WoW! So easy

[@snoopdoggydog5640]

Freaking amazing!! I love this, thank you for posting!!!

[@MakerGray]

Thanks for watching!

[@snoopdoggydog5640]

@@MakerGray You're welcome. I bought the bed plans too--thanks again!!!

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!!

[@neuhaus59]

Sometimes simpler is better... nice video.

[@MakerGray]

Agreed. Thanks!

[@catheterist]

Using the pocket hole jig like that has seriously blown my mind, for some reason it's always been stuck in my head that it has to be attached to the bench. I feel so dumb lol but thanks for the inadvertent advice!

[@MakerGray]

Haha no way! Don't feel dumb. It took me a minute also to realize that it would work!

[@thefrub]

I wish there was a place you could buy jointed and planed wood so you don't need a $800 of tools just to start doing carpentry

[@fdddb9596]

Just rent the tools

[@basiaturner4659]

IKEA 🤣🤣🤣

[@vanciengaming]

You wouldn't save any money because paying a carpenter to make them would cost more. The reason these aren't readily available is because it isn't worth the time it takes to do for sale.

[@codacreator6162]

S4S (surfaced 4 sides) lumber is jointed/planed. It costs a bit more, but it is available.

[@thefrub]

@@codacreator6162 Thanks!!

[@dorothyyanez800]

Wow that's very nice 😊.

[@sil-ly4yj]

Thanks. Are tou planning to do some container bed with gas lift mechanism, and raised from the ground? Thanks!

[@jaywholoveseveryone1721]

I know this video is 4 years old but it so relevant today, February 10, 2024. My child desperately needs me to make this. I looked at your plans (thank you) but I see there isn't one for a full bed. Will you suggest the alterations needed based off of the twin or king that you have plans for? Thanks so much.

[@Angelnicole97]

I can’t wait to try this I’ve been looking for a demonstration so I can build this to replace the slats that hold my mattress up. Mainly bc I want a higher bed but I also want to stop my cats from crawling under the slats on my platform bed

[@MakerGray]

Great! I'm glad you're going to build it! Thanks for watching

[@corinamae172]

Thanks!

[@MakerGray]

Thanks so much! I super appreciate it!

[@wuhsabi]

for the foot of the bed id highly suggest taking the extra time and cutting the boards at 45 degree to have a nice clean corner

[@mathisbourcier1126]

I definitely would round those corners if I built one of these!

[@MakerGray]

That’d be a cool look

[@CDMA07]

Nice work!

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!

[@SteveC38]

Great Video, Nice Build... Kool Dogo👍

[@MakerGray]

Thanks! She’s a good assistant/supervisor

[@armandoayala1923]

Simple but awesome like it 👍👍

[@MakerGray]

Thank you!

[@timothyaldridge5363]

Looks good. You have a nice shop.

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!

[@steppenwolf999]

Really amazing work, minimalist aura that this build has is amazing, can you share which type of wood is this?

[@MakerGray]

Thank you! I used a very easily accessible framing lumber pine wood from Home Depot. Inexpensive, sturdy and I prettied it up. But you could definitely use a nicer wood.

[@darkndeed6311]

I cam for the bed idea...but I learned so much watching you.

[@MakerGray]

Yay! Thanks for watching!

[@Jvc257]

Thank u so much

[@shaunwalley]

Well done!! it's great to see a woman doing diy.

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!

[@amrsalama2566]

You are creative , 👍

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!

[@brendamiles5647]

Yayyyy! Beautiful job; now Gramps won't have to sleep on the floor... ;-)

[@MakerGray]

Hahahahahahaha thanks B!! 😘

[@curtfatherree7474]

That came out nice. Quick question though....have you seen the HD jig that Kreg makes, that's specifically made for putting pocket holes in 2x material?

[@MakerGray]

I haven’t! I need to look into that

[@lm_k4362]

Really nice bed! Wich kind of wood do i use best?

[@ThomasCraig2]

Would it be strong enough to make this out of spruce? Also, do you think it'd be a good idea to add ventilation holes or legs so there is fresh air under the mattress? I'm glad that I found your video and ended up purchasing your design! Edit: Also, what's that right angled piece of wood you used to help you clamp the 2x12s together? Looks handy to keep it together when drilling pocket hole screws.

[@tgamirov]

Good job.

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!

[@Sandygee1993]

Awesome!!

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!

[@sherriek3476]

What a great bed frame I hope its as easy for a king sized bed im going to try this soon just adjust my size of course .ty for the great tips and ideas ... Will you be making a head board for the bed if not any ideas for one by chance?

[@MakerGray]

Great! I just recently created build plans for a King size if you are interested: bit.ly/3hZXQCx I do not currently have plans to build a headboard, but you never know! It could happen. Thank you!

[@faizanjaved2027]

Great Video!

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!!

[@timmackinnon5547]

Loved the video. Thanks. (Still don't know how it is possible to drill before you drill (pre-drill) but liked the video).

[@MakerGray]

Thanks! Pre-drilling a pilot hole (with a bit) for a future screw ensures your wood won’t crack.

[@tahmidabtahi]

very cool!

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!

[@lizzietaylor866]

Awesome

[@peaches4043]

Nice!

[@brentonungerii6896]

I got the blueprints and I'm trying to do it.

[@ravencross7127]

Love the bed frame but not as much as I love your dog tattoo!! How sweet

[@MakerGray]

Aw thank you! Memorial to my best friend :)

[@loreleistarblanket5372]

Would you be able to add California king bed measurements?

[@DudeSawdust]

Call me Mabie introduced me to you via the documentary about you. Great Stuff! I think your doing so great and look forward to watching more of your videos. I'm a KZbin maker too and so I love getting inspiration from other makers.

[@MakerGray]

Hey thanks so much! That's awesome to hear and I appreciate it!

[@ElizabethRodriguez-tp3pn]

I want to do this so bad but don't have the tools 🥲😢😭 so simple, clean and beatiful. Love it.

[@paralellosll3849]

That square jig for clamping the frame together is a good idea. Did you make them yourself?

[@MakerGray]

Thanks! My friend Alma at Pink Soul Studios made it. I've got them linked in the description for ya.

[@anthonygrobler9806]

Great vid

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!

[@tomaszb.2049]

Question about wood movements. Wood expands and narrows depending on the season. DOnt you wory about cracks and so on?

[@MakerGray]

I don't. This bed is in a climate controlled space. And there is no glue on the main joints, preventing the wood from moving very slightly if necessary. It'll be fine.

[@PRUDENCEIAS]

Appreciate the minimal look! Can you provide the dimensions of mattress though 😊 (height especially)

[@MakerGray]

Thanks! The total height of mine (with my particular mattress) is about 22" off the ground

[@e.n.a.2855]

I want to make this!! I wanted to buy a new bed but but then i saw this and now i'm gonna make my own bed 😂

[@MakerGray]

Go for it!

[@pinksoulstudios]

WHAT WHAT!! 1ST! Such a cool bed and comfy too!

[@MakerGray]

GURL you KNOW!

[@diy_dirtbag]

Looks great!! and a lot like the one we made! Lol great minds think alike. great work!

[@MakerGray]

Awesome! Yours is super cool too! Thanks guys!

[@Cyruscosmo]

Nice project for a guest bedroom. Ima Gunna steel that idea ya know! Only thing I would add is rounded corners... Me thinks toes in the dark would thank you for it. ;-)

[@MakerGray]

Haha good call!

[@dennisrobbins458]

The pieces of wood you used to square your corners, ( with the clamps). do you have a video showing how to make them?

[@MakerGray]

Those are so useful. I got mine from Pink Soul Studios. She makes and sells them here: bit.ly/2mZENvg You can also make them yourself! Look for tutorials on Right Angle Clamping Jigs like this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/foGkaXl6iciZmac

[@dennisrobbins458]

@@MakerGray Thank you

[@eltiotacho9199]

Good video

[@MakerGray]

Thanks!

[@sofiareimer8331]

Hi, love this! May I ask the approximate cost of the building materials (excluding the tools)

[@MakerGray]

I believe I paid around $100 for the wood when I built this a few years ago. Lumber prices have changed however, so I'm not sure what that translates to today. Thanks for watching!