Want to add more storage to a room, without destroying the space? Have you considered a bed with drawers or a captain’s bed?
Storage beds can be expensive though! Or cheaply made.
The good news is that with just a few basic tools and some lumber, you can:
Video Tutorial for Building a Drawer Bed
The steps to building this bed are simple – make two 2×4 frames, add the ends, then the drawers and slat system. Watch me make this bed in this video:
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Easy Flip Down Storage Option
Are you interested in the flip down version?
the plans here and easier. And you can add drawers later, like I did!
Can I make this a Twin XL Storage Bed?
Yes! Twin XL conversion is easy. Just add 5″ to the total length.
Can I be this King?
Yes! The standard king is just two twin XL beds but together. Only make drawers for the two outer ones (and you can make the drawers deeper for more storage.
The king is the best bang for your buck if you want to build a bigger bed, and the twin XL option makes them always valuable for children’s rooms too.
What about a King or Queen?
Yes, you can do it, I would recommend the method of two beds like the standard king, so you can move the beds in the room and the center is supported.