We decided to build this a bit bigger and taller. I will caution you to be careful as we came inches to not making it through our doorways. We expanded the depth 15" to make it a full bed and we extended the length of the legs to allow for 48" clearance underneath.
We also went with a rock wall instead of a ladder. I 1st built the angle too steep; recommend at least a 30 degree angle on a wall. Kid's love it; mom not so much when attempting to make the bed! :)
We went with military theme - green rope lights, camo netting for a roof, and sandbags filled with old clothes from my high school years for a bunker underneath.
Still working on a sign for top of the door.
Great project! Thanks for the idea!
Estimated Cost
materials $350; tools needed that I did not have $250
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Natural Color MinWax stain then Clear Satin Poly.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner