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About Project
How to make platform bed inspired by Pottery Barn Kids Fillmore Platform Bed. Free easy step by step plans include diagrams, shopping list and cutting list.
Yes, you read that right.
Stop on over and check out many many more photos and read from Whitney on how she finished this bed. Today's plan is for the headboard. We'll be adding the twin platform bed plan this week.
Dimensions
Materials and Tools
1/2 sheet 3/4" plywood or MDF
1 – 1x2 @ 4 feet long
1 – 1x3 @ 8 feet long
1 – 2x3 @ 8 feet long
1 – 2x4 @ 4 feet long
1 – small moulding @ 10 feet long
1 1/4" and 2 1/2" pocket hole screws
1 1/4" and 3/4" finish nails
Cut List
1 – 3/4” plywood @ 39” x 32”
1 – 1x2 @ 39”
1 – 1x3 @ 39”
2 – 2x3 @ 43 1/4"
1 – 1x3 @ 45 1/2"
1 – 2x4 @ 39”
MOULDING
2 – 3/4" wide moulding @ 22” (long point to long point, both ends mitered at 45 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel)
2 – 3/4" wide moulding @ 33” (long point to long point, both ends mitered at 45 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel)
General Instructions
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Step 1
On the back side of your plywood panels, drill 3/4" pocket holes around side and top edges. This is for attaching in later steps the legs and the header.
Step 2
On the front side of the bed, attach with 1 1/4" finish nails and glue your panel trim. TIP: you can actually clamp trim in place, and then nail from back to hide nail holes and avoid pocket hole locations.
Step 3
Next, add the legs with glue and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. Legs are flush to top of top panel trim and should match the thickness of the panel + trim.
Step 4
Keep the header flush to the back, with even overhangs on ends, and attach with 1 1/4" pocket holes and wood glue.
Step 5
Drill on each end of the bottom support 1 1/2" pocket holes. Attach to legs. You can use this board to attach the bed frame to.
Step 6
Now the final step! Cut out trim pieces and carefully position. It's a great idea to measure and mark out trim. Attach with glue and 3/4" finish nails.
We will also post plans for the twin platform bed part later this week. It is designed to work with this bed as well.
Finishing Instructions
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Gorgeous!!! I get to add
Gorgeous!!! I get to add another MUST build to the list!!! Thank you for posting this!!!
question
I realize this might be a tall order but I absolutely Love this bed. I need to make a queen size version and would like it tall enough to slide short storage boxes under. Is that possible with this design?Thank you in advance:-)
Changing the size?
Is there any kind of way to easily convert these plans to a toddler bed.
WOW! I am so impressed that
WOW! I am so impressed that you have these skills. I would love to have you over to my place for some DIY fix-ups ;)
Bigger HeadBoard
How would you suggest altering the plans to make this headboard larger to fit plans for a queen size bed?
Love this! where is the quilt
Love this! where is the quilt from? its to die for!
How would I make this in a
How would I make this in a full size? I need it in my girls room!
Queen Size?
Absolutely love this headboard and platform! Do you have dimensions for a queen size? It would be much appreciated! Thanks! Sarah
Queen?
Do you have the dimensions for a queen size?? I absolutely love the design! Thank you!
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