Built this in the summer for my son's birthday, so I don't remember exact details or costs, but it was my first build, ever. It took a few hours to build the bed. Many more to sand, prime and prime. Then I glazed the cracks with an antique glaze, valspar brand I think, for a more rustic look. Sanding and finishing was about a week while waiting for coats to dry properly.
Estimated Cost
Less than $100, probably was well under that. I think wood was less then $50 even.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Red gloss spray paint because they were out of satin, wasn't a fan of the gloss, still am not. Valspar antique glaze
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner