Carpenter's tips: how to make a bunk bed with your own hands, a review of instructions with a photo

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It is necessary to use space sparingly in almost every average apartment. Especially if children are growing up, you need to somehow organize the play and sleeping area separately. Then the thought comes of how to make a bunk bed with your own hands. In this publication, the editors of homemaster.techinfus.com/en/ will consider in detail the manufacturing process of such a structure, as well as analyze the existing types and possible design bedroom furniture.

How to make a bunk bed with your own hands

Beds with wide steps are considered comfortable and safe

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1 Differences between bunk beds for adults and children: photo review of models
2 Drawings and diagrams of bunk beds for self-production
3 Bunk bed made of metal corners and pipes: manufacturing features
4 How is a bunk bed made of wood
5 Bunk bed for children made of wood with an unusual design

Differences bunk beds for adults and children: photomodel overview

A modern manufacturer provides the consumer with both classic models and options with the most unusual design. The same furniture is very easy to make yourself if you arm yourself with imagination.

Usually the second tier of the bed is for a child, and the lower one for adults

Many children's bunk beds in the photo they have a very interesting facade and originally made racks. However, many may have disputes due to the originality of sleeping places. To prevent this from happening, observe the main condition - full dubbing. In addition, you still have to pay attention to the design style.

An unusual solution is the chaotic arrangement of the beds.It is better to install this option closer to the wall, since it comes with the structure closetlocated under the upper tier. An important accent is the semicircular bookshelf. Usually, when designing such products, two contrasting shades are used, for example, light green and orange, pink and blue, etc.
Combined beds with a slide. Quite an unusual solution. Although this design takes up a lot of space, it looks quite attractive. The slide will serve as a descent from the upper level of the bed. It is advisable to install a mirror on such structures.
Bunk bed with fold-out table. It is available in any color. In general, it is classic. The writing place is usually settled at the left headboard.
Quadruple bunk structures. This is a very convenient option in case guests come with an overnight stay. There are no hints of pretentiousness and style. Just a wooden classic.
Bunk bed for children "Little House" with outgoing extra beds. The lower part is equipped with wheels, it is convenient to move it around the carpet.
A comfortable design with an upper lorry and a lower double bed is a great option for a large family that huddles in a single room.

Also, combined multi-level pieces of furniture can be with massive stairs for a bunk bed, built-in wardrobes and dressers, drawers... Such options are very much appreciated in houses where there are schoolchildren.

Do not put too high a mattress in a bunk bed, there is a risk that the child will roll off of it during sleep

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Blueprints and schemes bunk beds type for self-production

Many carpenters and those who are engaged in woodcutting provide an opportunity for young owners to make such a structure with their own hands. For this, there are special drawings, in which important nuances are considered in detail with accurate parameter marks.

The staircase can be made with round or rectangular steps

Simple traditional design

Most try to create a simple bed model. It requires a minimum of materials. It is many times easier to take care of it in the future. This sleeping place is suitable for both children and adults. Can be done with or without boards. The stairs here are usually of a simple type with rungs.

Most often, the dimensions have to be adjusted individually, since exactly according to the drawings, the bed may not fit in width

Corner bunk bed

Such structures have berths, but they are additionally equipped with a recreation area. This is what the corner sofa is. Nearby, you can attach a shelf with a lamp and spend time reading a book in silence and comfort. Quite frankly, a corner bunk bed for children will be unusual in any interior.

Make use of the free space underneath the lower floor

Corner bed with two floors will fit in a room with perfectly flat walls

Bunk bed with sofa downstairs

Sleeping furniture with several levels can be equipped with a double sofa downstairs. This option is convenient in one-room apartments, when both the child and the parents sleep side by side. Such a structure is more difficult to make, since you will have to build in a variety of mechanisms, perform screwing self-tapping screws, and a lot of parts and materials will be required.

Rest area and sleep area are a very useful ratio.

How to choose the right one bunk bed size

As a rule, the parameters of a hand-made bunk bed for children are always different.Depending on the design and the number of children in the family, these dimensions may vary. For this case, there are several categories of sizes:

standard: width - 110 cm, length - 205 cm, height - 180 cm (slight deviations are possible);
transforming bed... A very unusual design option. They adapt to individual age. For example, models that serve children from 0 to 3 years old have parameters 60 × 120 cm; but the bed for 5-7 years will have dimensions of 70 × 160 cm;
loft bed. There are a lot of parameters that should be taken into account: a wardrobe, a ladder, the very place to sleep, built-in shelves. Traditionally, the height of such models is almost 200 cm.

Important modern components of a bed with several tiers: chest of drawers, table, sofa

However, it is most often possible to calculate all significant indicators individually. To do this, let's look at a few simple experiments.

When measuring the length of the future bed, it is necessary to add 20-30 cm to the height.
Do not forget about the length of the pillow, so it would be wiser to add another 10 cm.
To calculate the width, you need to lie on your back, spread your elbows to the sides, and close your palms on your stomach. Count 10 cm from each elbow and fix the size with a tape measure.
The height of a bunk bed is usually determined based on the ceiling. For example, the height of the structure itself cannot be more than 165-175 cm. At the same time, the distance between the tiers should be 80-90 cm. The optimal distance to the ceiling is 60-70 cm.

Be sure to take into account the age of the child, as well as his weight category. Due to these factors, it is possible to make the sleeping place as comfortable as possible.

A bunk bed can accommodate three or more beds

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Bunk bed made of metal corners and pipes: manufacturing features

More recently, metal couches and tiered beds were used in dorms and barracks. Now designers are also paying special attention to such designs, so why not try to design comfortable furniture as well.

Preparation of materials and tools

To prepare the frame of a bunk bed, care must be taken to ensure that not only the material is strong, but that all connections meet this requirement. For the product we need:

metal profile and corners 45 × 50 cm;
mesh, which will act as a base for the mattress;
pipes 25 mm in diameter;
channels;
bolts, nuts and keys to them;
welding machine;
electric screwdriver;
hacksaw if necessary;
grinder with a disc for metal.

The most difficult thing is to make curly elements of metal bedroom furniture

Do not forget that it is better to select all materials with a margin, nevertheless, it is worth focusing on fixed dimensions.

On a note! If the room is too small and there is a risk that after assembling the bunk bed, it will not fit there. It is better to collect it directly in the room, while taking out the material for filing outside, having previously removed the required dimensions.

Lamellas of bunk beds made of metal can be not only from a mesh, but from special plates

How the frame and struts are made

First of all, you need to deal with the frame, from which you can build on in the future when preparing additional components.

We carry out a cut of metal parts to size. The holes for the screws can be made immediately.
Next, we equip all the parts at the joints with channels, then we fix them by welding. This creates two frames with internal beams.
We prepare pipes of the required height and weld them with the prepared frame. Be sure to take into account the optimal distance from the lower tier to the upper one.
We take a tube bent into a semi-oval and attach it to the outer edge of the upper tier. She will play the role of a safety side.
It remains only to weld the ladder. It is advisable to make it completely in advance, so that later it can be completely installed on the finished frame.

At home, you can make beds from old pipes or forging

Sanding process of parts

No matter how hard you try to make the structure perfectly smooth, the seams will certainly have roughness. It is necessary to get rid of this. You can use a metal brush or medium grit sandpaper for this purpose. Further, it remains only to well sweep all debris, dust and metal particles from the surfaces.

After that, we carry out the priming of the metal frame and painting. It is better to choose the color that best suits the interior of the future or already finished room.

The headboard and footboard can be made in an interesting ornament

All that remains is to put plastic or rubberized plugs on the ends of all protruding tubes. The lower ones will serve as footrests, and the upper ones will simply create an aesthetic effect and prevent injuries from impacts and metal contact.

On a note! In order for the bed cover to serve as long as possible, it is necessary to choose hammer paint, which adheres perfectly to the metal and does not fade over time.

How is it made bunk bed made of wood

Usually, at home, beds are made from different tree species: oak, pine, beech. With the right processing, the furniture turns out to be quite beautiful and interesting.

Materials for work

It also happens that it is not possible to purchase ready-made furniture, so most craftsmen try to make such structures at home. However, remember that a lot of details will be needed:

grinder with working discs;
the required number of boards and bars (taking into account the size and stock);
covering material;
connecting bolts;
hammer, screwdriver;
hacksaw.

The principle of operation lies in the step-by-step procurement of all significant parts of two-story cribs for children.

A three-tiered bed can be made according to similar instructions, only more material is required

Preparation of wood material

After making sure that there are plenty of materials for creating a bed, we will get to work.

First of all, we will cut the boards according to any suitable drawing. Be sure to rely on the size of the room and the area where the bed will be located.
We sand the places of the cuts and the surface itself. Ideally, you want the material to be smooth enough.
Wipe the dust off the wood, check the dimensions. In our case (3 pieces - 20 cm wide, 3 pieces - 15 cm wide, bars 10 × 5 cm).

Next, cover all the wood components with wood stain and let them dry completely.

The lamellas will periodically need to be turned over so that the mattress does not bend

How to assemble a bunk bed and prepare it for use

In order to properly assemble the entire structure, you will have to work a little with the material. Let's consider in detail how the whole process takes place with a description and photographs.

Illustration	Action Description
	We take purchased lamellas (you can make them yourself) and measure the parameters of the future base for the mattress. Then we twist all four sides of the frame together.
	We measure the height of the bed on long racks and fasten the blanks with furniture screws.
	There should be two screws on each side to be secure.
	We attach a crossbar of a suitable size to three sides using the same screws. They add stability to the bed.
	We fasten the safety side. Pay attention to the photo where the connection elements should be. There are also holders for lamellas, two on each side.
	Next, we make a ladder. We take two beams and on each of them at the same distance we fasten small bars from the inside.Then we use the shortest boards and build steps, fasten them with self-tapping screws using a screwdriver.
	We make three or four steps and bolt the ladder to the bed, as shown in the photo.
	The lower crossbars, which serve for the strength of the structure, will be used as supports for the table top. Thus, we get a loft bed on the second floor and a writing desk downstairs.

It remains only to complete the finishing, paint it with a harmless varnish and let the product dry well. We install the slats and you can use the sleeping furniture.

On a note! If there is no assistant in the house and you have to cope on your own, in order to hold the boards and calmly connect them together, you can use a vice, having previously placed rubber gaskets under the clamps.

Bunk bed for children made of wood with an unusual finish

Classic models can be made independently according to their sizes. However, those options that are subject to decoration are not within the power of everyone. Let's consider one of the interesting options in this section.

The design of a wooden bed can be individual: you can try to make the lower part of the sliding

What you need to work

Usually natural wood is used for such structures or Chipboard... You will need connectors and a woodworking tool. All inventory will be needed only if you do all the blanks yourself. In most cases, parts can be purchased on request.

The fastening mechanism can be made with studs

Preparation of drawings and sawing boards

Drawing a sketch with dimensions is perhaps one of the most difficult jobs that requires adjustments and multiple additions. To simplify the situation and quickly start making designer furniture, we bring to your attention a video that shows a drawing of an unusual two-level bed for children.

The "House" bed project is considered one of the simplest

What parts are needed for a full bed

As a rule, all tiered beds have several main parts that must be assembled into a single whole. Let's note several important components.

Foot and headboard. These are almost the same details. They can only differ in the way they are embedded.
Details for the frame. You need 4 of them. Two long and two short. The latter form the width of the bed.
Boards for the construction of stairs and boards. These components are made depending on the design and the desired dimensions.

After all the elements are prepared, you can start assembling the structure.

Many parts can be mounted on wood glue

How to assemble children's bunk bed easily

For this, the footboard and headboard are connected with a ready-made frame under mattress... Slats or lamellas are laid on top. In other words, the elements that will hold the mattress.

The slats, which are installed along the edges, must be sawn off in the corners. This will ensure the strength of the structure and prevent the berth from dangling. Further, the stairs and fences are assembled. If necessary, cut grooves are made, into which the ladder and other parts are then inserted.

The bed can be combined with a wardrobe

How to decorate children's bunk bed

A lot can be said about the possibilities of decor. However, not all options are suitable for use in a toddler room. We bring to your attention a video.

Video: design ideas for a children's bunk bed

We have considered all possible options for assembling beds with two floors. If you have questions, or you can already share your own master class, you are welcome in the comments. Don't forget to rate our publication.

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