Build Loft Bed Into Wall

Step 1 measure for the desired height.

Build loft bed into wall.

If you think loft beds are reserved only for kid s rooms or shared spaces it s time to reconsider. It only takes two hours to build. Using a drill create pilot holes in the boards in which the nuts and screws will go. Create the top frame by attaching one 2 by 4 to the end wall and one to the side wall with lag bolts through the boards and into wall studs.

Ensure frame is level and screw into wall. Think bohemian wooden platform beds ultra modern hanging beds and even cozy lofts built right into. Decide on the clearance you want underneath the bed. Make sure to take into account any furniture that would be going under the bed step 2 attach the headboard to the wall.

With the height of your loft space determined it s time to build your loft bed frame. Measure the mattress adding a couple of inches on both sides for sheets and blankets and adding about 2 feet to the length to create a sitting platform. It s true many kids rooms do have a loft bed or a set of kid friendly bunk beds built out in them but loft beds run the gamut stylistically and are much more sophisticated these days. Make sure you begin your build on the floor or other large flat surface.

Hoist frame onto these ledges andscrew a temporary 2x3 onto the opposite side of frame for support until the ladder is added. Attach strips of wood on the wall to rest frame on while screwing into wall. Build the bed legs. Long side wall facing bottom support.

Connect the 79 inch 2 x 6 boards to the 54 inch 2 x 6 boards with wood glue. Measure with a measuring tape and write this figure down. Connect the planks with the nuts and lag bolts with your wrench. Add ladder and or cables.

Cut or construct a box using four of the 2 x 6 inch boards. Drill pilot holes slightly smaller than the diameter of the lag bolts you are using into the wall studs and headboard. Once on a flat surface start building the bed s lower frame and top rail. With a stud finder locate the studs in the wall and mark the locations with painter s tape.

Believe it or not you can build an awesome camp loft bed for just 50 in supplies. Four pieces measuring 42 step 2. For best results drill at least three holes on the long side of the bed and two holes on. There s a complete shopping list tool list general instructions diagrams and color photos to help you build it.

It s great for a tight space and the unique stairs give you more wall space. Drill a 1 4 inch hole through the underside of the loft bed frame and into the wall stud behind the wall.