Free DIY Furniture Plans // How to Build The Pod Twin Bunk Bed with Storage

So it would seem that I am indeed publishing yet another set of free plans to build a super cool bunk bed today. I think that makes it certifiable that I have a complete and utter case of bunk bed syndrome and an ever lasting love for all of that built in functionality slash fort making potential that comes along with. I am the oldest of all my siblings, and I have several, but the two who lived with me growing up didn't arrive on the scene until I was eight and then ten years old. Naturally, bunk bed living wasn't precisely in the cards for me. I suppose I live out my childhood dreams and wishes through my own boys and this site, so bunk bed and play house plans shall be plentiful... Hopefully that works for you gorgeous people, yahoo.

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• Tape Measure
• Saw – Jig Saw, Circular, Table, or Miter Saw
• Drill
• 7/16" Drill Bit
• Countersink Drill Bit
• Square
• Sander
• Kreg Jig
• Brad Nailer
• Household Iron - if using edge banding

• 17 – 1x4 at 8’ (13 – 1x4 at 8’ if not using optional Fill Pieces)
• 10 - 1x8 at 8’
• 8 – 2x6 at 8’
• 4 – 4x4 at 8’
• 1 – 3/4” plywood at 2’x4’
• 4 – 3/4” plywood at 4’x8’

• 5/16 x 7” Carriage Bolts – 25 Pack
• 5/16” Washers
• 5/16” Cap Nuts
• 2 ½” Pocket Hole Screws
• 1 ¼” Pocket Hole Screws
• 2” Wood Screws
• 1 ½” wood screws
• Edge banding - optional
• Clamps
• Safety Gear
• Wood filler
• Wood glue
• Sanding Supplies
• Finishing Supplies

• 4 – 4x4 at 52-1/2” –Posts
• 4 – 2x6 at 76” – Front and Back Rails
• 4 – 1x4 at 76” – Cleats
• 4 – 2x6 at 43” – Side Rails
• 18 – 1x4 at 40” – Slats
• 4 – 1x4 at 72” – Fill Pieces (optional)
• 8 – 3/4” plywood at 27” x 31” – Corner Panels
• 3 – 3/4” plywood at 15” x 47” – Handles A
• 1 – 3/4” plywood at 15” x 47” – Handle B
• 4 – 3/4” plywood at 12” x 50” – Headboards and Footboards
• 10 – 1x8 at 50” – Shelves
• 1 – 3/4” plywood at 16” x 32” – Ladder

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 Posts, Cleats and Front and Back Rails. Attach a Cleat to the bottom edge of a Rail using 2” Wood Screws (the bottom of the Rail and Cleat should be flush with each other). Clamp each Rail/Cleat “set” into place as shown, leaving a 1-1/2” space on each end for the Side Rails. After making sure that everything is completely square and aligned, use a 7/16” Drill Bit to drill through the Rail, Cleat, and Bed Post. You should have two holes on each end for the Bolts. Fasten with Carriage Bolts and Tighten. This step should be done a total of 4 times – twice for the top bed (front and back) and twice for the bottom bed (front and back).

Cut the pieces for the Side Rails. With the Kreg jig set for 1-1/2” material, drill pocket holes in each end of the Side Rails. Assemble as shown with glue and 2-1/2” pocket screws. This step should be done a total of 4 times – twice for the top bed and twice for the bottom bed.

Cut the pieces for the Slats. Attach the Slats to the Cleats with 1-1/2” wood screws, laying out the Slats with spacing as shown. Repeat this step for both the top and the bottom bed.

Cut the pieces for the optional Fill Pieces. With the Kreg jig set for 3/4” material, drill pocket holes in the ends of each Fill Piece. Assemble as shown (with pocket holes facing the ground) with glue and 1-1/4” pocket screws.

Cut the Corner Panels, Handles A, and Handle B. Use edge banding if desired.

Corner Panels, cut out 8 total:

Handles A, cut out 3 total:

Handle B, cut out 1 total:

With the Kreg jig set for 3/4” material, drill pocket holes where noted. Assemble the Front and Back Sides as shown with glue and 1-1/4” pocket screws.

Front Side:

Back Side:

Attach the Front and Back Sides to the assembled bedframe. Remove one carriage bolt at a time and use the 7/16” drill bit to redrill through the original drilled hole, now through the Front and Back Sides. Insert the carriage bolt once again into the drilled hole, now securing the Cleat, Rail, Post, and Side together as one unite. Repeat for all carriage bolts.

Cut the pieces for the Headboards and Footboards. Use edge banding if desired. With the Kreg jig set for 3/4” material, drill pocket holes in the ends of each Headboard and Footboard. Assemble as shown with glue and 1-1/4” pocket screws.

Cut the pieces for the Shelves. With the Kreg jig set for 3/4” material, drill pocket holes in the ends of each Shelf. Assemble as shown with glue and 1-1/4” pocket screws.

Cut out the piece for the Ladder. Use edge banding if desired.

Ladder Front:

Ladder Back:

With the Kreg jig set for 3/4” material, drill pocket holes in the top and bottom of the Ladder as shown.

Assemble as shown with glue and 1-1/4” pocket screws. Make sure the pocket holes face the inside of the Bed.

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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