Easy to build farmhouse bed featuring slatted design and four poster styling.  Solid wood. 

DIMENSIONS

Fits King Mattress 76″ wide x 80″ long.
 
PREPARATION
SHOPPING LIST
  • 3 – 2×6 @ 8 feet or stud length
  • 3 – 2×10 @ 8 feet
  • 2 – 1×12 @ 8 feet
  • 4 – 4×4 @ 6 feet
  • 2 – 2×3 @ 8 feet
  • 1-1/4” and 2-1/2” pocket hole screws
CUT LIST
  • 3 – 2×6 @ 74”
  • 1 – 2×10 @ 74”
  • 5 – 1×12 @ 23-3/4”
  • 5 – 1×12 @ 11-3/4”
  • 4 – 4×4 @ 72”
  • 2 – 2×10 @ 80”
  • 2 – 2×3 @ 80”
  • Additional 2×3 supports may be required and/or bed slats depending on box spring

INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 1

Predrill 1-1/2” pocket holes on each end of 2×6 and 2×10 boards for attaching in step 2.

Build headboard and footboard pieces by drilling 3/4” pocket holes on ends of 1x12s and attaching to the 2x6s and 2×10 with 1-1/4” pocket hole screws.  The 1x12s should be centered on the 2x boards.  TIP: Use 3/8” plywood as a spacer to help guide placement.

STEP 2

Attach to the 4×4 posts through pocket holes drilled in step 1 with 2-1/2” pocket hole screws and wood glue. Center panels on 4x4s so there is a 1” space on either side.

STEP 3

Drill three 1-1/2” pocket holes on each end of the 2×10 siderail boards.  Attach to the 4x4s, centered on the 4x4s (1” space on each side).

STEP 4

Attach cleats to siderails with 2-3/4” screws and glue.

STEP 5

FINISHING INSTRUCTIONS
Fill all holes with wood filler and let dry. Apply additional coats of wood filler as needed. When wood filler is completely dry, sand the project in the direction of the wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper. Vacuum sanded project to remove sanding residue. Remove all sanding residue on work surfaces as well. Wipe project clean with damp cloth.

It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.

 
CREDIT ANA WHITE

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