Building my daughter a bed

[ontwo]

Got the itch for a new wood project. So I'm building my kid a loft bed. It is nothing elaborate. Made completely of of 2x4 and 2x6 material with a couple of shelving boards. I would have loved a bed like this when I was a kid. it frees up a lot of floor space underneath to play or just hang out.

Got all the cuts made last night

Pile of wood soon to be a piece of furniture
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Legs clamped and notched for the climbing rungs
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All parts cut and waiting to be sanded and predrilled tonight.
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Final assemble will be Friday night when she gets here to help me. Stay tuned

[Particle Man]

sweeeeet

[OneSickPsycho]

Man... I like the project cause building shit is cool, but wouldn't it be a lot cheaper and easier to just buy a damn bed like that? That looks like a LOT of lumber for a kids bed... unless it's going to double as a tornado shelter or something...

[Captain Morgan]

Man... I like the project cause building shit is cool, but wouldn't it be a lot cheaper and easier to just buy a damn bed like that? That looks like a LOT of lumber for a kids bed... unless it's going to double as a tornado shelter or something...

If he's anything like me, he over-engineers everything. :lol:

But truthfully, that looks about right for a loft bed.

[Particle Man]

Can you build Rangerscott a new garage? One with windows and heat and a dedicated heavy-duty power line...

[ontwo]

Man... I like the project cause building shit is cool, but wouldn't it be a lot cheaper and easier to just buy a damn bed like that? That looks like a LOT of lumber for a kids bed... unless it's going to double as a tornado shelter or something...

Lol. Actually...lumber and hardware were 100 bucks. Can't buy a kit for that. Plus...I love to build shit myself

[LeeNetworX]

Lol. Actually...lumber and hardware were 100 bucks. Can't buy a kit for that. Plus...I love to build shit myself

Yep. I always sigh at that question when I get asked. "Wouldn't it be easier and cheaper to just buy it?" I get enjoyment out of doing some things myself and there's a sense of accomplishment when I am done. And something may be cheaper and easier but mass-produced cheap crap is typcally, well...crap.

[t-homo]

http://tshirtgroove.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/theres-so-much-room-for-activities-tshirt.jpg

[OneSickPsycho]

Lol. Actually...lumber and hardware were 100 bucks. Can't buy a kit for that. Plus...I love to build shit myself

You're right... I guess I thought there was more wood there...

Yep. I always sigh at that question when I get asked. "Wouldn't it be easier and cheaper to just buy it?" I get enjoyment out of doing some things myself and there's a sense of accomplishment when I am done. And something may be cheaper and easier but mass-produced cheap crap is typcally, well...crap.

It all depends... a workbench - sure, that's cool. You can build it to your specifications per your intended use... I get that. A kids bed... :idk: Not the sort of project I'd really be able to get in to... to each their own though...

[Bluestreak]

There is something to be said for building it yourself. I always enjoy building my own furniture, I just don't do it often enough.

I'm looking forward to seeing pictures of the finished product.

I'm building a hobby bench for a buddy right now. Maybe I'll post some pictures when it's done.

[ontwo]

You're right... I guess I thought there was more wood there...



It all depends... a workbench - sure, that's cool. You can build it to your specifications per your intended use... I get that. A kids bed... :idk: Not the sort of project I'd really be able to get in to... to each their own though...

The whole idea is to give her more floor space. Her room is cramped with a full size bed. I'm gonna keep it a full size bed. Just up in the air about 5 feet. That will create a cozy little space underneath to read, play, etc.

I will never be a fine woodworker. I love building sturdy stuff that is functional. That's why I get into the 2x4 projects. My grand dad always built arts and craft stuff like paper towel racks. magazine racks, etc. I can't get into that stuff either.

[HurricaneHeather]

I would have loved something like that as a kid. That's cool as hell.

[t-homo]

My uncle loves the fine woodwork stuff. Built an amazing crib that has been handed among his kids for the grandchildren.

[Avatard]

Dimensional lumber furniture is cheap, functional, and kid proof. I can't wait to see how it turns out.

[ontwo]

Got everything predrilled and sanded last night under my carport while it snowed. Sand about 4 boards, go warm my hands, repeat :lol:

[ontwo]

Assembly last night
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I discovered some design flaws. First, too high. Can't even sit up in bed without hitting the ceiling. Made some changes today. And....voila

http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa198/fpzx10/2011-02-05_14-39-53_690.jpg

[Particle Man]

That's awesome

[ontwo]

Thanks dude

[Captain Morgan]

Looks great. Maybe I should do something like that for my daughter!

['73 H1 Triple]

Looks great ( other than the colors on the walls :lol: )

Your daughter looks pretty happy too :cool:

Good job :cheers:

Jeff

[Avatard]

Looks great ( other than the colors on the walls :lol: )

I agree, it came out nice, but it's time to either paint it something equally garish, or rethink the overall color co-ordination effort.

Good work, and I'm sure your daughter loved having her dad build her something special.

[Adeptus_Minor]

Nice job. :dthumb:
I'm sure your daughter enjoys having that extra play space too.

[ontwo]

Yep. She loves it & the different colored walls :lol:

[TommyHotWheel]

That looks great. Great job.

[Avatard]

Yep. She loves it & the different colored walls :lol:

Paint it gloss white. It'll match, give it a very finished look, and wipe down nice too.

[Trip]

Awesome

Paint it gloss white. It'll match, give it a very finished look, and wipe down nice too.

yeah, white would look good.

[CasterTroy]

Great job! I agree about white as well

[ontwo]

Thanks guys. While white would look good and give it the overall HGTV little kid's room look. I'm going to do something completely opposite. My 7 year old will get to paint it this summer. She gets to pick the color or colors and make it her own.

[Adeptus_Minor]

My 7 year old will get to paint it this summer. She gets to pick the color or colors and make it her own.

I was actually going to suggest that in my previous post. :wink:

[Avatard]

Serve both functions, and ensure a finished, color-coordinated result by:

1) Painting entire bed gloss white, as a base.

2) Arming kid with proper assortment of pre-chosen colors on the correct palette for the room for "custom adornment".