Modern Platform Bed

By Charleston Crafted
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We’re showing you how to build a full-sized platform bed for only $50 in materials. If you’ve ever wanted to switch to a platform bed and ditch the box spring and huge headboard/foot board, this is what you need. You can build this platform bed in just a day.

Difficulty moderate

Tools

Kreg Tools

Other Tools

  • Miter Saw
    Miter Saw
  • Drill (cordless)
    Drill (cordless)

Materials

Wood Products

  • 4 Board , 2x6 , 96"
  • 4 Board , 2x4 , 72"
  • 2 Board , 2x2 , 72"
  • 7 Board , 1x4 , 72"

Hardware & Supplies

  • 50 2 1/2" Kreg Pocket Screws
  • 6 2" screws
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Cut List & Parts

  • 2 Front and Back , 56" using 2x6
  • 2 Sides , 74" using 2x6*
  • 2 Inner Side Supports , 67" using 2x2
  • 2 Front and Back Leg Supports , 53" using 2x4*
  • 2 Long Center Supports , 67" using 2x4*
  • 7 Slats , 53" using 1x4
  • 4 Legs , 9" using 2x4
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Directions

  • Make Cuts

    Make all your cuts according to the cut list and sand. Add pocket holes to sides, supports and legs.

  • Build Box Frame

    Attach sides to the front and back, then add inner supports along front, back and sides.

  • Attach Legs

    Attach the legs to the leg supports.

  • Add Slats

    Add two center support beams and then lay slats down evenly across the supports.

  • Get Full Tutorial

    Get the full tutorial at www.CharlestonCrafted.com.

  • Get Full Tutorial

    Get the full tutorial at https://www.charlestoncrafted.com/how-to-build-a-platform-bed-for-50/

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