I searched for a bed like this but didn’t find anything I liked that was well-built and affordable. So, I’m building this one out of solid wood for about $450. (Except I had to buy a new miter saw, because my old one was stolen out of my garage about two years ago, so that was another $250.)

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Here’s the Blender 5.1.1 file

You’ll need the Measure It addon installed and enabled to see the dimensions. The gray boards are the blank stock pieces I bought. It’s in inches, because I’m a stupid American.

Here’s a screenshot of the blender file:

Edit 2:

I have most of the pieces cut to size. I’ve already made a small mistake, but it wouldn’t be my project if I didn’t. Nothing a little wood filler won’t fix. The side walls of the headboard with the angles I’ll need to cut with my circular saw. Or, maybe I could do it like this. I’m not sure my table saw is big enough. (Also, it was either woodworker or piano player for this guy, I think he made the right choice.)

Edit 3:

I’m stuck waiting for the Vevor pocket hole jig I ordered, and the bed rail hardware. I didn’t get the Kreg, because it’s plastic and more expensive than the more versatile Vevor jig.

  • Waraugh@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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    8 days ago

    I like my bed low. The top of the mattress is like 23” high I think. I have some foam steps leading up for my dog so he doesn’t have to jump off the bed and I’m able to sit on the edge with my feet flat on the floor. I know some folks prefer their bed to be up high but it’s never been my jam.

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      8 days ago

      its an age/disability thing. Anything where you don’t have to fall into nor climb into becomes prefered. Basically between thigh high and the butt.