Bunk beds are ideal for when you find yourself short of space and what’s more, you can build one of your own. All you need are the right tools, knowledge and materials and you will be good to go. The first thing you have to do is to determine the amount of space you have available by carefully measuring the room. Note down measurements for both the length and width of your space.
An easy way to approach this would be to seek help from a professional who specialises in bunk beds. If you are set on making it a DIY job however then here is a guide on building one of your own:
Materials
You will need several sheets of plywood, beams and wooden posts. You will also have to buy some bolts, nuts and washers. For this project, a handheld saw, screw driver, drill and hammer will be necessary. Generally, you should have a full tool kit.
Procedure
- Cut the wood pieces according to the dimensions you measured before. A handheld saw will come in handy. You can still have the pieces sawn at a wood workshop near you. On each of the posts, drill two holes. The drill bit you use should be of the same diameter as the bolts you procured earlier. The first hole should be about ¾ inches away from the post’s end. Use the same measurement for the second hole.
- Create the rails where you will place the mattress beams. Measure out the rail pieces in a manner that they will fit on the bed’s breadth. You also need to place two long beams together with two short ones such that they form a triangle. Place the short rails across these two beams. Remember to leave some space apart. Nail or drive screws into them and confirm that they are firmly in place.
- Do the same for the other platform. This will serve the bottom or top bunker. Your bed is now ready. All it needs is mattress frames to be attached to the beams. Use bolts and nuts and screw them tight. You can always dismantle the bed when not in use.
This procedure may seem to be a bit complicated for some people. In such a case, the best thing is to have your bunk bed made by a furniture shop. Take careful measurements or request the technician to come and take measurements from your house.