I had a good time with this project, and I learned a ton!
It took me a very long time (months!) because I had to work on it during nap time, and I had a baby before it was finished. There were times when I thought it would look terrible, but my husband assured me that after sanding and painting it would be fine - and he was right!
I had to modify the plans slightly (ladder in front) so the bed would fit in my daughter's tiny, tiny room. I also made the door and front window a bit larger. If I were to build it again, I'd make the railings higher as well - the mattress we bought is pretty tall, and there's only about 5" of railing above the mattress.
My daughter LOVES the bed! :)
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
1,000 (including cost of some tools)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Benjamin Moore Natura paint, tricycle red and white rock
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate