Farmhouse bed plans

This step by step diy project is about farmhouse bed frame plans. If you want to build a learn more about building a traditionally-styled king size bed frame, pay attention to this project. Follow the instructions and pay attention to the diagrams and build the wooden bed in just one weekend, even if you are a beginner when it comes to woodworking.

You should always plan everything from the very beginning, in order to prevent costly mistakes and to save time. Taking into account the neat design, this bed frame can match the style of any home. Mark the cut lines on the slats before making the cuts and use a jigsaw to get the job done. If you are looking for other designs or sizes, you should check out the rest of the bed frame plans.

There are a few tips that you should take into account, if you want to get a professional result. Therefore, take accurate measurements and use professional tool when making the cuts or when drilling pilot holes. Align the components at both ends and add waterproof glue to the joints, if you want to create a rigid structure. Round the exposed edges with sandpaper or by using a good router. See all my Premium Plans in the Shop.

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Farmhouse bed plans

Building a farmhouse bed

Materials

• A – 2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 52″ long, 2 pieces – 15 1/2″ long LEGS
• B – 4 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 71 1/2″ long HEADBOARD CLEATS
• C – 13 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 36 1/2″ long HEADBOARD PANEL
• D – 2 piece of 2×4 lumber – 78 1/2″ long, 1 piece of 2×6 lumber – 80 1/2″ long TRIMS
• E – 2 piece of 2×10 lumber – 80 1/2″ long, 1 piece – 71 1/2″ long, 1 piece of 2×6 lumber – 71 1/2″ long SIDE RAILS
• F – 3 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 80 1/2″ long, 14 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 76 1/2″ long SUPPORT SLATS

• 2 pieces of 4×4 lumber – 6′
• 4 pieces of 1×6 lumber – 6′
• 9 pieces of 2×6 lumber – 8′
• 7 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 8′
• 5 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8′
• 3 pieces of 2×10 lumber – 8′
• 2 1/2″ screws, 1 1/4″ screws
• 2″ nails, 1 1/4″ nails
• wood filler, stain
• mattress

Tools

• Safety gloves, glasses
• Miter saw, jigsaw
• Chalk line, tape measure, spirit level, carpentry pencil
• Drill machinery and drill bits

Tips

• Use a good miter saw to make the angle cuts
• Drill pilot holes before inserting the screws

Time

• One Week

Related

• How to build a storage bed
• Bed with drawers plans

How to build a farmhouse bed

Building the headboard panel

The first step of the project is to build the panel for the headboard. As you can easily notice in the diagram, we recommend you to use 1×6 lumber for the cleats and 2×6 slats for the vertical components. Lay the panel on a level surface and attach the 1×6 cleats, making sure the edges are perfectly aligned. Add glue to the joints and insert 1 1/4″ brad nails to lock everything together tightly.

Fitting the legs to the headboard

Drill pilot holes at both ends of the cleats and secure the panel to the legs using 1 1/4″ screws. Add glue to the joints and make sure the corners are right-angled. Center the panel to the legs, if you want to get a professional result. Smooth the cut edges with fine-grit sandpaper and remove the residues with a damp cloth.

Fitting the bottom support

Fit a 2×6 support to the headboard, as described in the diagram. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the support and secure it to the legs using 2 1/2″ screws. Make sure the edges are aligned and the corners square.

Building the footboard

Continue the project by assembling the footboard. Build the legs out of 4×4 lumber and the panel out of 2×10 lumber. As you can see in the plans, you need to drill pocket holes at both ends of the slat and secure it to the legs using 2 1/2″ screws. Align the beam to the back edge of the legs before inserting the screws.

Fitting the trim to the footboard

Afterwards, fit the 2×4 trim to the footboard, as shown in the diagram. Align the component into place with attention, making sure the edges are flush. Drill pilot holes though the trim and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the structure. Countersink the head of the screws and add glue to the joints.

Building the side rails

Attach the 2×10 side rails to the headboard and to the footboard. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the components and secure them to the legs using 2 1/2″ screws. Add glue to the joints, in order to enhance the rigidity of the structure.

Fitting the side cleats

Fit the 2×4 cleats to the sides of the bed frame. Drill pilot holes and insert 2″ screws into the side rails. Use a spirit level to make sure the cleats are horizontal.

Attaching the cleats

Fit the middle cleat to the bed frame to add support to the construction. Drill pilot holes at both ends of the cleat and secure it to the frame using 2 1/2″ screws.

Fitting the support slats

One of the last steps of the project is to attach the 1×4 support slats to the cleats. Place the slats equally-spaced, drill pilot holes and secure them into place with 1 1/4″ screws.

How to build a king size farmhouse bed

This bed frame with a rustic design can match the style of any room, but you should select the colors properly.

Farmhouse bed plans

Last but not least, we recommend you to take care of the finishing touches. In order to get a professional result, fill the holes and the gaps with wood filler and let it dry out for a few hours.  Check if there are protruding screws and fix this issue, if necessary.

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