Twin Bed Plans

If you want to learn more about twin bed plans, you have to take a close look over the instructions described in the article. You can build this twin size bed frame using mostly 2x4s and screws. The bed features large headboard and a large footboard, with an overall basic modern design. There are so many designs and plans to choose from, that we really recommend you to browse through the related plans before buying the materials and starting the assembly. Work with attention and invest in high quality materials.

If you want to get the job done in a professional manner, we recommend you to plan everything with attention, as to prevent costly mistakes and to build a professional bed frame. Invest in high quality materials, such as cedar, pine or redwood, as the bench will be exposed to all kinds of weather. Apply a few coats of paint over the components, to enhance their appearance and to protect them from bad weather.

Twin Bed Plans

Building a bed frame

Materials

• 1 – 2 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 25″ long, 2 pieces – 37″ LEGS
• 2 – 7 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 6″ long, 7 pieces – 18″ BALUSTERS
• 3 – 4 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 39″ CLEATS
• 4 – 2 piece of 2×4 lumber – 48″ TRIMS
• 5 – 2 piece of 2×4 lumber – 75 1/2″ SLATS
• 6 – 2 pieces of 1×1 lumber – 75 1/2″ long CLEATS
• 7 – 17 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 39″ long SUPPORT SLATS

• 7 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8 ft
• 1 piece of 2×4 lumber – 10 ft
• 2 pieces of 2×2 lumber – 8 ft
• 9 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 9 ft
• 200 pieces of 2 1/2″ screws
• 50 pieces of 1 1/4″ screws
• wood stain
• wood glue
• twin mattress

Tools

• Hammer, Tape measure, Carpentry square
• Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander, Router
• Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses, Respiratory Mask

Time

• One day

Building a twin bed

Building the footboard

First, you need to build the footboard for the twin bed. As you can easily notice in the diagram, we recommend you to build the components out of 2×4 lumber. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the horizontal components and of the balusters. Lay the components on a level surface, leave no gaps between them

Building the headboard

Next, you need to assemble the headboard. As you can easily notice in the diagram, we recommend you to cut the components at the right size and to drill pocket holes at both ends of the horizontal components and of the balusters. Lay the components on a level surface and lock them together by suing 2 1/2″ screws and waterproof glue.   

Installing the side slats

Next, you have to assemble the frame of the bed frame by fitting the side slats. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the slats and secure them to the headboard and footboard, by using 2 1/2″ screws. Align the slats at both ends and make sure the corners are right-angled, before inserting the galvanized screws.  

Installing the side slats

Attach the 1×1 cleats to the interior faces of the slats. Cut the cleats at the right size and level them thoroughly, before securing them into place with 1 1/4″ screws. Add glue to the joints and remove the excess with a damp cloth.

Fitting the support slats

One of the last steps of the woodworking project is to attach the 2×4 slats to the cleats. Place the slats equally-spaced and secure them to the cleats with 1 1/4″ screws.

Twin bed plans

Last but not least, you should take care of the finishing touches. Therefore, we recommend you to check if the components are locked into place properly and structure is rigid enough for your garden. Make sure there are no protruding screws or sharp edges.

2×4 Twin bed frame plans

PRO TIP: Fill the holes with a good wood filler and smooth the surface with medium-grit sandpaper. Apply several coats of paint or stain over the components, in order to protect them from decay. Check out the rest of the project to learn more about building garden projects. See all furniture plans HERE.

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