DIY Platform Bed Made from ONLY 2x4's!! | Modern Builds

[@ModernBuilds]

So I ran the numbers.... 35 2x4's at $7 costs $245 35 2x4's at $3.50 (normal price) costs $122,50 Double the normal price, but for $250 I'd say this bed is worth it!

[@JohnMadeit]

9.9ft 2x4 is about 10euro (12usd) here in Greece.

[@yardhelpwithjames821]

in nc they cost anywhere between $8-$9

[@mvalovalo]

I’m a project manager in resi construction. Home owner once had my trim carpenter make stair case out of 2x4s like your design. While undoubtedly pretty and very unique, home owner admitted it’s a dust MAAAAGNET and definitely wasn’t worth the trouble. Just an FYI for anyone considering making this.

[@CrinosAD]

Here in Norway, 2x4 is 25.85 NOK per meter. (aprox 3.10 USD per meter) . They come in 2.7 or 5.4 meter length. (C24) (and the prices have just gone up with about 40%)

[@JaredM990]

2x4x8 in Calgary, Alberta are $10.35 ($8.53USD) each :(

[@roejoganscastpod4928]

Saw this and went straight to the comments, wasn’t disappointed!

[@carlpeterson5063]

My 12 year old son and I made a twin version of this bed. Solid as a rock. Love it!

[@johnsack7903]

Damn can't believe you made a million dollar bed....all that lumber 😍

[@k1m625]

its now valued at 1.2 million

[@holdemNE1]

@@k1m625 Now 1.6 million

[@joshuarodriguez2776]

Pushing 2 million now

[@xswein]

$7 is a lot? In Europe (Czech Republic) - 10ft 2x4-ish size of worst quality construction lumber is around $13 :)

[@corail53]

@@xswein It is when they used to be 2$.

[@Oh6Torch]

That’s a really great build. I used the same concept to do the front of my porch. Halfway into it, I began to question my choices. It seemed like I had to use way more lumber than I should have. And I began to regret it, especially when it came to painting it. Now, I know it was all worth it. I get tons of compliments and people say it looks very modern. Thanks for sharing!

[@feliciahioe4261]

The first half of the kzbin.infoUgkx3ICSK6nSknaL_45CU2NmFSoXjarGMDiJ book is everything about wood: types, tools, finishes, setting up shop etc. The second half is all about doing projects for inside and outside of the home. The color pictures are helpful. After reading a dozen of these types of books, this is probably the best overall (layout, color photos, plans). Only detraction is that many of the projects use a table saw/router/planer, which are usually expensive and take up space, so the plans are less friendly to newcomers and the budget conscious. But I know I can use a drill, circular saw or a jigsaw to make the projects.

[@Galthralla]

Love it. My only note would be that it's impossible to move out of that room. Some modularity in the base might make it a little more "move" friendly. Perhaps have the base separate into thirds rather than a single piece.

[@mikek9297]

You could use a threaded steel rod with some washers and nuts to press it together instead of screwing every block to the next one - drill a bigger hole for the rod and screw it together at the end... then disassemble at your convenience.

[@the-elliott-day]

@@mikek9297 and much quicker too! I think you've improved the engineering of this bed so much I'm going to give it a go, definitely using threaded inserts

[@SMDKFC]

​@@the-elliott-day How did it go? How loud is it/ and creeks?

[@hobbes3]

Ya, I was also thinking this bed is gonna be a permanent installation unless you start cutting again lol.

[@arjunban-j6p]

@@mikek9297I thought same 🎉

[@inspiringbuilds]

Super sturdy and worth $250, but an amazing deal once 2x4's drop back down to around $4/each. Keep up the great work as the goal is for us to continue to inspire others to build something awesome!

[@mayweathermoney5191]

Can't believed you turned and entire house into a bed. I this You're the riches man on the entire planet. I'll get some wild bamboo and build one for myself

[@jinyoon7244]

The slatted headboard going wider than the mattress opens up some interesting possibilities. You could build some movable shelves or drawers that slot into the slats.

[@jeffdemuro4208]

Or just platforms

[@MichaelShoaf-o2x]

Such a great video. I really appreciate that you kept the tools used to build this limited to what most average households have (with the exception of the planer).It was also really cool that you demonstrated some more advanced joinery, fit & finish techniques using entry level affordable power tools sold at Home Depot and Walmart. Your skill and use of the circular saw was impressive as well. You turned that circular saw into a Table saw, chop saw, band saw and router. Made to look a lot easier that it is for someone who is not proficient with the tools. Maybe you already have videos like that on you channel and if so I shall just add one more check box to the open mouth insert foot tally sheet for my life.

[@thomashajicek2747]

I wanted a cheaper approach, so I made mine from gold bricks.

[@massesasse5986]

Haha yeh lumberprice makes me sad

[@epicone1986]

I knew there would be a top notch comment. Was not dissapointed

[@epictroost]

Lol sooo true

[@JOKA_1]

Gooooodamn

[@lauraferriss1600]

🤣

[@terracottaneemtree6697]

Looks like a piano bed! Switch up the color for pianists- even use contact paper for temporary look to surprise someone. I love it!

[@timothybaker8234]

Wait, you actually found 30 straight 2x4’s at Home Depot?

[@olfertpoelen]

I honestly dont believe this, must have been part of his 'how to undo'-deal ;-) XD

[@jellyg.8961]

That was the most impressive part of the build. 🤣

[@crestonediamond]

He must've gone to 5 Home Depots

[@crestonediamond]

@@olfertpoelen i8

[@ronskelton8742]

Fake news

[@judyfenske1429]

My grandfather (1950---1970, this goes with my childhood), was a DIYer. He would love all these smaller saws, battery drills, ect, that you use. I see the advantages.

[@joshlayonworks]

Ya

[@pteddie6965]

Mike, I love the unique visual appeal of this bed. This is another example of your stylish creativity. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks a ton Eddie!!

[@woodenparadise777]

Hello)How much does such a bed cost in your country in a store?

[@byraerthunberg1278]

Amazing skill. Hopefully the world never runs out of guys like him.

[@slavikcher95]

96 inch 2x4 $4. also instead of the 2x4 going across the entire bottom you can just make a box and cut 2x4 into say 1ft pieces then attach them to the box. have 2 going full length on each side. 12 boards should be enough to make box and the rest of the platform

[@ThomasAlsamhan]

I love the looks and idea of this bed! I saw your idea and ran with it (heavily modified) so it can be easily disesmbled and moved. I connect the spacers to the legs and the slats can slide in and out!

[@johnclancy7465]

I thin it looks really cool. Why are people harping on about the price? It's classy looking and a design feature in the room. Well worth the money. Well done

[@jasonthirlaway7412]

Chop saw would be in your next to buy list of tools. Never gonna be accurate enough with a hand saw. I made a workbench with this side by side method with 1x3s and a japanese pond deck using the side by side 2 x 4s. Really do come out nice and stronger than a usual deck.

[@Logan-oj8ok]

I like the idea and probably am going to do this myself. Was it a design choice to use so many 2X4s? I feel like it could have been done with way less boards. Just a thought.

[@mikek9297]

You could do it with half of the long pieces ( bigger spaces between beams) while retaining more than enough rigidity and strength. After all most beds have just two long walls and they work. This design is simple and aesthetic, but very, very inefficient.

[@the-elliott-day]

@@mikek9297 Exactly what I was thinking, good shout! 🪚

[@ferrariunicorn]

I loveeee the 2x4 furniture concept/abstraction as well & love this bed sm! I use wood pallets I find… made a veggie/fruit garden along the wall of my home & couldn’t be happier with it! I’m looking to make an extra large sectional couch with wide chase lounges on each end that can be slept on & planning on sectional pieces that can convert into cots for guests & another part of it will be a bed for me!!! My kids are young adults & out of the house now so I’m downsizing to a studio but want to always have places for them to sleep they visit (& grandkids if that becomes a thing) 😊

[@JohnMadeit]

Looks good. I don't think I could find that many straight 2x4 near me 😆

[@inspiringbuilds]

Definitely not near me. You can get by with a planer and DIY planer sled if you don't have a jointer thought.

[@Z-add]

Love the shin busting design.

[@MakingMadeSimple]

Negative space is a GREAT idea, considering the price of lumber haha.

[@ModernBuilds]

💡💡

[@7medb]

:)kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXvSq6GeYr-Dq7c

[@juliank.jarboe8542]

I like this design a lot, kind of a giant slat bench-- I wonder if it would be strong enough done with all 2x2s?

[@leighgrueber2004]

Love this bed! How would you alter the plans to make it easier to disassemble for moving?

[@emailyarabrandao]

Just don't glue the parts... Use screws only 😉

[@TrondOleJensen]

Love this build. I’m going to try building this even if the cost of 2x4 is 4$ pr meter. What do you think about changing the feet section with 2x6 or 2x8 instead of cutting up 2x4 into sections and gluing them together.

[@danieljimenezjr]

I made something similar and it is HEAVY and collects tons of dust!

[@sajjadsajjad4171]

This guy is not ordinary, he is really Superman. He does amazing designs, photographing angles, and learning continuously. Thank you from the heart

[@paulyevcak]

How to tell people you’re loaded without saying you’re loaded. Lumber prices are nuts!

[@ronrobson4042]

Also known as humblebrag 😄

[@liamrobins8789]

pretty sure that what america is facing in pricing for lumber is just called normal everywhere else in the world

[@ronrobson4042]

@@liamrobins8789 a UK furniture maker friend told me the other night that prices for sheet timber and softwood had gone up 30% last week, similar for foam has uses. Must be Covid related

[@nwinburn]

How to tell people you have an inferiority complex without saying you have an inferiority complex. Dude, this isn't a "life style" channel. It's about building stuff.

[@hippie-io7225]

$12 per 2X4 here in Utah

[@obalisk990]

Could you dove-tail joint the legs inside the spacers by adding an additional spacer to the other side and bringing them closer together?

[@iandodd7828]

How much are 2x4s in my area? Same as they are in yours, Mike. Because we shop at the same Home Depot a few miles from Joshua Tree.

[@ModernBuilds]

Let’s go!!! 🔥🔥

[@iandodd7828]

@@ModernBuilds I'll meet you there any time! Been part-time in JT since 2018. Moving there full time this summer and building a house and shop later this year.

[@robertworkman4875]

Do you have any suggestions on adding a full bed above this design? The bottom would be a queen size. A t-shape still using 2x4s. Bob

[@toniajohnson9223]

I think that bed will outlive you. Beautiful and well made. Love it❤️

[@SatisfyingEverything1]

I still love the way you say Mike Montgomery 💕 Kudos bro !! You're the best ! Because of you , I've become a professional Carpenter.

[@ArpadBuildsThis]

I love this millionaire bed! Looks amazing!

[@woodenparadise777]

Hello)How much does such a bed cost in your country in a store?

[@LouisRademeyer]

I watch alot of wood working videos, I must say I enjoy yours the most due to your great commentary and content

[@ybaggi]

I love how these slats projects look. Unfortunately a downside of these is all the extra surface for dust to settle on. And the cost or course

[@dgibson2314]

Love the simplistic style (way beyond my ability) and the finished product was perfect.Thanks for the lesson. 100 %

[@brianpeck697]

Would be easy to add a "floating" end table on one/both side(s) that could be secured between two slats of the headboard

[@dckbeau3907]

I was thinking the same. Expensive bed but you’ll have it forever.

[@annetteadewoyin4562]

That’s brilliant! Can you be more elaborate please? Help a beginner, thanks.

[@kontoname]

@@annetteadewoyin4562 No

[@jennodine]

Oh I can totally handle this. And I love the look. And it fits my budget. Thank you for sharing!

[@SEBTECHDIY]

2x4 projects are awesome, i just made an outdoor sofa out of 2x4s :) you are an inspiration mike!

[@ThisTall]

A little tip for anyone trying this. @4:00 add 1 extra sacrificial board on the tail end of the block. Or the planer will likely destroy your end piece when planing across grain this way

[@SLAYLORDFOCKER]

Love the design and I can appreciate the time and effort put into this project. I wish there was a simpler way to achieve this look. I love the headboard but so much work went into the base. 😩❤️

[@vasiliypupkin5352]

Куда ещё проще.. Это не сложно совсем!

[@cwwhit001]

I just subscribed, I like your instructions and I waited. I found I was missing your content.

[@lydiaanderson0083]

@hello Chris how are you doing?

[@joshpayne4015]

That mattress foundation looks to be a shin killer!

[@user-ov1ig4qw8m]

100% I’ve had damaged veins from bumping on bed bases

[@jamicrawford6729]

I modified this build. Instead of using spacers between the bed base, I cut the long 2x4 boards and used that as the spacer and then shorter 2x4 boards to run between them (like you did the 2x4 bench). Less cuts and material used and one step removed from the process. My son loves it in his new apartment away from home

[@jamicrawford6729]

I was like building the legs and spacers at the same time and with the shorter 2x4 boards placed between it still looks like the legs you made

[@Industry4.0Today]

I was actually able to save a few dollars by having mine made of the world's largest diamonds, it's super shiny and durable!

[@georgikavrakov6946]

I love the idea, would be doing something similar soon. Can you explain how do you match the predrilled holes of the spacers to the ones of the boards ? Thanks!

[@colossalbreacker]

no need to predrill the boards it's a 2x4 made of pine, it will be fine. If you really wanted to you could tack the spacer on with ca glue or a finishing nail or brad then drill. Honestly, though, this thing is overbuilt and will weigh a ton, if you are going to do this at least double up on the spacers and or make sure it is possible for you to separate the bed into movable pieces.

[@JonnyBuilds]

Let's Go! Killer project!

[@dragons8822]

Love the look of this bed but would like it farther off the floor to accommodate drawers I plan to put underneath it. I'm assuming that this is a queen size bed, what modifications would need to be done to turn this into a twin size bed ? Then on both sides of the bed i'd like to put book shelves made from 4 picnic benches stacked (with the legs on the outside sitting on top of the bottom legs for support while still having legs under the bench for support) for all the different books I like to read & also put my tablet on the top shelf so it'd be easier to charge it during the night but still within reach.

[@LaneHouse]

I really like the design of this bed. I might do this in a dark finish for my guest room.

[@lexhemart]

Would using a nail gun to attach the wood blocks be strong enough in lieu of the screws? Thanks! Making this bed!

[@LaughinglyRhzie]

I need this man to give me ideas for yard work/ gardening fences etc.

[@ModernBuilds]

It’s all on the list for the new house!

[@jasonhua600]

Love the idea. The only thing to consider is Moving.

[@ashleycarr8812]

I love this, it’s beautiful! I wonder what this weighs- wondering if it would be a pain to move with this

[@iangrant4756]

It’s so cheap to build… You need to hire movers who are experienced in moving expensive pieces of furniture.

[@joshlayonworks]

True

[@jaywholoveseveryone1721]

I can't recall the type of wood you used but would Southern Yellow Pine Pressure Treated Lumber be ok for this project?

[@a420dro]

any, just count with your weight, if ure chonk, u need high lumber profile like 2x4 that will not bend under you, standard european weight and ure okay even with 2x2 soft pine, maybe even 1x2. But you need to also count with all extra forces during some relaxing with wife 😅

[@jaywholoveseveryone1721]

@@a420dro I don't have a wife as I am not homosexual (learn to read *SUPERGIRL* ) but thanks for your reply.

[@a420dro]

@@jaywholoveseveryone1721 your nick contradicts your statement, but thanks for your reply

[@jaywholoveseveryone1721]

@@a420dro

[@mdv9831]

Nice bro. Like your design choices and the ease of building. It doesn't look objectively hard, just time consuming with all those joints. Seriously we need more DIYers like you who don't use 10,000 dollar tools. All that lumber was a bit of a flex though, but we'll let it slide :)

[@patrickdunn8918]

That was a lot of work, but I love wood, so I have to say I love that bed too. Not only a great design, but beautiful!!

[@kevinmeek]

I want to do this so bad but don't know where I'd put it after selling my house for the lumber

[@crystalhatchell7553]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MaLiArtworks186]

Lol!

[@lisellefrch7722]

Lol 😄

[@GoAlphaIce]

This is the most gorgeous bed I've seen. Bravo 👏

[@shawnfunstuff]

Looks great! It might also look good by cutting a tapered edge on each of the headboard 2x4s, so the edge arcs out from the wall,

[@Mr.G399]

Looks great. Why not use the miter saw and stop block for all of cuts?

[@a420dro]

maybe because you would have to buy that saw first (and he obviously spent all budget in wood lol) ....u can make 2 beds using circular saw u own, and result still be cheaper than new miter saw

[@austinswanson3531]

All the comments are about how expensive this would be, but 30 2x4 at around $8 is $240 and any tool rental for the project would bring you to around $300-$350. Most bedframes are at least that price for poor quality or way way more for the nicer ones so still a great budget project!

[@mr.9439]

start lookin at used prices bra. decent stuff starts at $100 sometimes less

[@MandoMTL]

This thing will last you your whole life as well. Another metric to consider.

[@steelwood74]

Nice job, I'd like to see what you had in mind for bedside tables to match...

[@julias259]

I can't imagine what the final cost was on this project. Our 2x4 boards are up to $8 today. I cut up pallets today just to cut something!

[@ModernBuilds]

It cost about an extra $150

[@julias259]

@@ModernBuilds Not too bad, you can't buy a quality bed for that! It looks great, you are so creative!

[@HavokBWR]

Yeah I've been looking for frames for my cali king and other than the most basic of basic metal frame from China anything that looks half decent is well over $800, most are over $1500.

[@imari2305]

Beautiful bed Mike. Very Scandinavian in design.

[@kellim6910]

$7.98 in Florida...Pricey! Awesome video!

[@ModernBuilds]

That’s up there wow!

[@memoandchaseb7470]

Ontario Canada $10.24 🇨🇦 8.00 Is cheap to me lol

[@kellim6910]

@@memoandchaseb7470 oooph yeah thats expensive

[@inspiringbuilds]

Around $12 each in certain states on the west coast such as Utah. We still have work to do with supply catching up to the current high demand.

[@carissastaley128]

Okay I love this but do you have any suggestions on a different approach to the legs for the bed instead of cutting down so many 10 inch pieces?

[@drglobule8a]

Use 3 bits of 2x4 for each of the four standard feet, a bit like a castle joint. That would be the simplest options, but you'd lose the platform look (even if you can choose to set them away from the ridge, not to far though for stability). Another option would be to weld a metal frame under the slate, very strong and takes even less space. Or you could use the same method as for the bed slate and use spacers to reduce the amount of wood used.

[@hilmir]

best part is that once he changes to another bed style, this build can easily transform into a room or space divider. just flip it up in its side!

[@Valgrind850]

This is a great idea

[@ImogenShade]

That negative space is giving mii positive vibes.🍀

[@lucaslegz]

I love it! You rock! I’m looking forward to the beginner builds.

[@quentinfouilleul2651]

very great job ! normally the diy are not very interesting to follow but thanks to your way of explaining it's very intuitive. sorry for my english I'm french and not very talented :) and really thanks for the free plans!

[@andie9691]

Love this bed design. Another great Job!!!

[@markotitel]

How did you match predrilled holes between spacers and the slats?

[@justinalias2279]

Worlds newest flex: Having things made of wood "He's got such a huge deck"

[@takuame7]

Would you be able to do this with a mix of a few pressure treated 4x4's and 2x4's? Ya it wouldn't be as pretty or decorative but just wondering. Because I might actually do that approach myself.

[@maitecampossantiago7712]

Ficou muito linda essa cama! Parabéns 👏🎉

[@peteg9403]

Stunning! I looking forward watching for your next video making a modified bed like this. My concern is a type of a floating bed cushioned around to protect from banging my legs.

[@joostvanderham8694]

Nice job man, love your projects! Keep up the good work!

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks a ton, will do!

[@fernandosantos7523]

I saw a video of FLOATING AND THEN YOURS AND I LOVED YOU ARE THE BEST😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@markshaz8691]

Love this and looking forward to more 2x4 builds.

[@HollywoodMGB3]

Thanks for a great video. What is your opinion on using a double space?

[@DaveStar573]

That’s a lot of wood, who’s gonna pick that up when you’re moving?

[@lydiaanderson0083]

@hello David how are you doing?

[@mariapackard9101]

Anything to make those expensive Murphy beds? The Marriot is what I'm interested in making

[@staticcharge173]

This is a really great design! I will be definitely using this method to build beds in the future for my family, but I'll also make some adjustments to the bed for the room that I would be working in, just to give it that design look. Great video, definitely subscribing

[@floydmurphy1786]

very nice looks outstanding the last 2x4 i paid for was $10.00 per 2x4 in Oklahoma lumber has jumped out of sight where I live..

[@facemafia]

With the price of lumber I really hope the materials are part of the AD deals 😂

[@filmotex]

What are the outer boards held on by? Four screws? Am I right in thinking that if you stand on the edge of the bed, the boards will simply come off?

[@wrinkledasian5206]

Most difficult part of the project is finding straight lumber at Home Depot.

[@Thros1]

You can make similar platform beds using like 1/8 the amount of wood so you can pick up varnish to finish it!

[@Raimoon00]

Looks real good.. Really love how simple it looks while also looking creative.. But the only problem is it's really dangerous to have kids around the bed.. They could trip over and hurt themselves.. And it looks really difficult to clean it up..

[@judyfenske1429]

Is the saw dust being saved for the garden? Desert ground needs nutrients, ect., correct?

[@ZehnGen]

This bed frame has more studs in it than my entire house! jk, looks dope

[@billi5920]

Hey Mark a quick question Why did u go with the narrower side for the base ? Does it make it more sturdy ? Just curious cuz i wanna make a heavy duty all in one table top

[@4b0d3]

It's pretty but seems excessive. 5x 2x4 with supports 60" away from each other can support 500lb per foot collectively. It would have proabably made more sense to just build a regular frame box and add the pieces at the end, since you lose the length view by sticking spacers in it anyway. Plus you could make 2 or 3 separate boxes and bolt them together so you can move it between rooms and upstairs with a lot less effort and damage. The sides could even be doubled up if you want that full length piece without seams (if not painted. I like the idea and look, minus the supports.

[@bldfit46]

Coming from someone who never built a thing in his life.

[@4b0d3]

​@@bldfit46 right.. only I do. look up sagulator from woodbin and you might understand the point I'm trying to make. When you build you should build with mobility in mind. Not constant, just the ability to get into most rooms with little issue.

[@emmaloref1438]

@@4b0d3 the hell is up with the hate with your comment, some people are just all day negative

[@sigh6140]

I agree. Beyond overbuilt. It's gonna be nonsensically heavy. Its a silly, expensive, indulgent, and not even that nice looking design. He build a backyard deck....and then put a mattress on it.

[@joebyron9]

@@emmaloref1438 he's giving honest feedback, while it looks pretty it is definitely over engineered and excessively expensive and heavy, not to mention hard to move in and out of a house, if need be, nevertheless if it makes him happy then power to him, but for someone who might not be able to buy the entirety of the lumber for this build this information is important, as they can work around the challenges presented

[@reginarivera8444]

Hey @ModernBuilds, what a great looking bed! I am wondering how this bed is still holding up 2 years later. Any warping in the headboard as the 2x4s dried out over the years.

[@JMarieLifestyle]

This is absolutely fantastic such a beautiful and simplistic look, well done!