Free DIY Furniture Plans // How to Build a King Sized Fretwork Bed

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First came the Fretwork Screen and then came the bed... then came the baby in a baby carriage. Ha, wonder if I am subconsciously creating plans for a little love nest slash staycation. This plan is for a King Sized Bed and if you adore this and yet would like it in another size, feel free to comment on this plan and let me know or post in our Community pages and tag your discussion with Project Request. It is helpful to keep track of the requests this way. Yahoo... Xx... Rayan

• Tape Measure
• Saw – Jig Saw, Circular, Table, or Miter Saw
• Drill
• Countersink Drill Bit
• Square
• Sander
• Kreg Jig
• Brad Nailer

• 15 – 1x3 at 8’
• 3 – 1x4 at 8’
• 5 – 2x4 at 8’
• 3 – 4x4 at 8’

• 1 ¼” Pocket Hole Screws
• 2 ½” Pocket Hole Screws
• 1 ½” wood screws
• 1 Set Bed Rail Brackets (optional)
• Safety Gear
• Wood Filler
• Wood Glue
• Sanding Supplies
• Finishing Supplies

• 2 – 4x4 at 14-1/2” – Footboard Legs
• 1 – 2x4 at 78” – Footboard Frame
• 2 – 4x4 at 52-1/2” – Headboard Legs
• 1 – 4x4 at 85” – Headboard Top
• 1 – 2x4 at 78” – Headboard Frame
• 2 – 2x4 at 82” – Frame Sides
• 2 – 1x2 at 78” – Slat Supports
• 1 – 2x4 at 78” – Headboard Bottom
• 1 – 1x2 at 84” – Center Support
• 2 – 2x4 at 10” – Center Support Legs
• 1 – 1x4 at 14-1/8” – First Front Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x3 at 42-7/16” – Second Front Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x4 at 47-3/4” – Third Front Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x4 at 47-3/4” – Fourth Front Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x3 at 42-7/16” – Fifth Front Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x4 at 11-5/16” – Sixth Front Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x4 at 19-13/16” – First Back Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x4 at 36-3/4” – Second Back Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x3 at 45-15/16” – Third Back Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x3 at 47-3/4” – Fourth Back Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x4 at 47-3/4” – Fifth Back Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x4 at 47-3/4” – Sixth Back Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x3 at 38-15/16” – Seventh Back Fretwork Piece
• 1 – 1x3 at 12” – Eighth Back Fretwork Piece
• 15 – 1x3 at 79-3/4” – Slats

Cut out the Footboard Frame and Footboard Legs. Set the Kreg jig for 1-1/2” material and drill pocket holes in both ends of the Footboard Frame. Assemble as shown with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws.

Cut out the Headboard Frame, Headboard Top, and Headboard Legs. Set the Kreg jig for 1-1/2” material and drill pocket holes in both ends of the Headboard Frame and in the top ends of the Headboard Legs. Assemble as shown with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws.

Before beginning to build, always check in on my site to make sure you have the most up to date set of plans, I occasionally update and change the plans to make the building process easier or to allow for less expensive purchasing of materials! Read through the entire set of instructions and all comments before beginning this project. If you print out or save plans, be sure to check in on my site to be sure you have the most up to date set of plans, as I occasionally update things for ease of building or buying. If you are new to building, read through the GETTING STARTED section and other articles found under the BUILD tab in the menu on my site, it has valuable information about how to get started, tools and techniques. If you are unfamiliar with the finishing process, visit my Finishing school for some tips and tricks for painting like a pro and for special finishing practices. Use glue to secure your joints and Consider Painting or Staining individual sections prior to assembling. This makes the paint application virtually flawless. Coat with a spray on Poly or Wipe on Poly to protect your finish and your piece and it will last for ages. Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines, and be sure you follow safety protocol throughout your build. If you are unsure about whether you are building safely, run a quick online search for the tool or technique you are using, or contact me via email or post to the forum before you move ahead. My contact info can be found in the menu of my site.

Cut the pieces for the Frame Sides and Slat Supports. With the Kreg jig set for 1-1/2” material, drill pocket holes in both ends of the Frame Sides and attach to Headboard Legs and Footboard Legs with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws. Attach the Slat Supports to the Frame Sides using glue and 1-1/2” countersunk wood screws, leaving 2” at each end for the bed hardware. Attach the bed hardware according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Cut the pieces for the Center Support and Center Support Legs. With the Kreg jig set for 1-1/2” material, drill pocket holes in both ends of the Center Support and in the top ends of the Center Support Legs. Attach the Center Support Legs to the Center Support as shown with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws. Attach the Center Support to the Headboard Frame and Footboard Frame as shown with 2-1/2” pocket screws. Do not use glue!

Cut the piece for the Headboard Bottom. With the Kreg jig set for 1-1/2” material, drill pocket holes in both ends of the Headboard Bottom and attach with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws.

Cut the Front Fretwork Pieces. With the Kreg jig set for 3/4” material, drill pocket holes in both ends of the Front Fretwork Pieces. Assemble as shown with glue and 1-1/4” pocket screws.

Cut the Back Fretwork Pieces. With the Kreg jig set for 3/4” material, drill pocket holes in both ends of the Back Fretwork Pieces. Assemble as shown with glue and 1-1/4” pocket screws.

Cut the Slats. Position the Slats on top of the Slat Supports and secure using countersunk 1-1/2” screws. Do not use glue!

Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School

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