Step 1 measure for the desired height.
Build loft bed into wall.
Build the bed legs.
Attach strips of wood on the wall to rest frame on while screwing into wall.
There s a complete shopping list tool list general instructions diagrams and color photos to help you build it.
Decide on the clearance you want underneath the bed.
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.
Think bohemian wooden platform beds ultra modern hanging beds and even cozy lofts built right into.
Grab two of your 81 inch 2 x 6 piece legs as well.
Connect the 79 inch 2 x 6 boards to the 54 inch 2 x 6 boards with wood glue.
One piece measuring 74 ladder pieces.
Long side wall facing bottom support.
It s great for a tight space and the unique stairs give you more wall space.
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.
With the height of your loft space determined it s time to build your loft bed frame.
With a stud finder locate the studs in the wall and mark the locations with painter s tape.
Four pieces measuring 42 step 2.
If you think loft beds are reserved only for kid s rooms or shared spaces it s time to reconsider.
Cut or construct a box using four of the 2 x 6 inch boards.
Using a drill create pilot holes in the boards in which the nuts and screws will go.
Add ladder and or cables.
Ensure frame is level and screw into wall.
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.
Make sure you begin your build on the floor or other large flat surface.
Connect the planks with the nuts and lag bolts with your wrench.
Hoist frame onto these ledges andscrew a temporary 2x3 onto the opposite side of frame for support until the ladder is added.
Once on a flat surface start building the bed s lower frame and top rail.
For best results drill at least three holes on the long side of the bed and two holes on.
It only takes two hours to build.
Measure with a measuring tape and write this figure down.
Create a butt joint by placing the 54 inch board to the inside of the 79 inch board.
Believe it or not you can build an awesome camp loft bed for just 50 in supplies.