Farmhouse King Size Bed
Finally replaced our old queen size bed frame. It took me 2 weekends to finish the project. We bought a Nova Comfort memory foam.
Finally replaced our old queen size bed frame. It took me 2 weekends to finish the project. We bought a Nova Comfort memory foam.
I used deck boards instead of 2x6 for the top and seats; this lightened the table overall while negating the need to sand and finish the boards.
I also used a cedar-tone treated board so staining wasn't necessary.
Kelly S.
This was the second table I built - it was much improved on my first and was for my sister as a Christmas present. It has 4x4 legs that I notched out with a circular saw for the legs and a spruce top. I modified the length down to 6' for her house but added extensions on the end that make the table up to 9' long when fully extended.
Tue, 09/23/2014 - 13:42
How was the epoxy worked out in the cracks?
And separation or trouble?
This desk was made using the "Fancy X Desk" and "Modular Office Base" plans. A CPU enclosure was added with a similar "X" design. The top is 3/4'' plywood with 1x2's and 2x2's providing the framing. A 1x4 runs down the back of the desk with a cord try to hide cables.
Mon, 06/08/2015 - 08:46
I am not able to find the plans you are referring to. Is there a way you can comment with direct link
Thu, 01/07/2016 - 15:16
HI, The desk is awesome and I thought I would make this my first attemt at building something.
But I am unable to find the instructions.
Please help.
Thank you.
Sun, 01/10/2016 - 08:46
Ok after reading the subject matter I realized that this is the merging of two different desks.
Can you post a photo of how you joined them.
The support for such a long desk is my concern, with out it having any middle support or at the the corner?
Thank you.
Sun, 01/10/2016 - 08:47
Ok after reading the subject matter I realized that this is the merging of two different desks.
Can you post a photo of how you joined them.
The support for such a long desk is my concern, with out it having any middle support or at the the corner?
Thank you.
Tue, 01/12/2016 - 14:52
Hi,
Could not find attached plans. I did see the same comments before too for the same project.
Used Chalkboard paint for the doors.
Thanks for the awesome and easy plans
I built the same bed as for my son for the master bedroom. A queen size bed with storage with paneled footboard and headboard. I love that style and I made board and batten too.
I am very happy and the bed is very sturdy. I didnt make drawers because it's too difficult for me. I am not ready to build drawers! Maybe next time!
Fri, 05/04/2012 - 08:12
I share your fear of drawers! It still looks great with cubbies :)
Sun, 11/25/2012 - 21:27
I love this bed but I am wondering since there is no edge if you have any issue with your mattress sliding side to side?
Older children moving out for college left the youngest without a bed. We decided to use your plan for a bed, but altered the headboard just a bit so that we could use live edge cypress. We love how it turned out, plus we were able to use locally sourced cypress!
Kathleen R
I modified the size of the original plan to better fit the space. It is slightly deeper and taller than the plans. I also used a router to create a rabbet for the glass inserts in the doors.
The finish is a homemade chalk paint followed by multiple coats of furniture wax. The build itself was quick and straight forward, but the finish took the most time.
The console really pops in a room full of stained furniture. I love the look, shape, and versatility of it--thank you for sharing the plans!
Thu, 01/23/2014 - 08:36
This project looks really good. I love the glass inserts and the color you chose.
Val @ artsybuildinglady.blogspot.ca
During a home renovation we found out part of our stair rail would need to be replaced and the quote from the contractor floored us. We were searching for an economical way to DIY the stairs and come across your idea. I immediately loved it and we worked to figure out how we could put it together with our limited construction knowledge. The end result exceeded my expectations. I totally love it!
Wow, my 2nd piece of furniture I attempted. A lot of wood filler was involved. My shelves seemed too big, so I just did one, then my back board accidentally got used in “open shop” so I used some left over pegboard. I had fun but spent a lot of time fixing “oops, that doesn’t seem right”. Peg
My mother needed a bench in her small entryway. She had definite dimensions in mind and we looked everywhere. None fit the bill. Then I saw these plans and we went from there. She had leftover fabric from recovering her dining room chairs, and I had the plywood. She wanted the Queen Anne legs to go with her traditional furniture; we put felt floor protectors on the bottom of the feet of the legs, which helps keep the bench from moving so easily on the tile floor. The plans were easy to follow, including the tutorial on how to sew the slipcover. The bench worked out just like she had hoped. Thanks Ana, for the great plans.
Great little project from your site!
I put PVC to the ground vs the metal siding and added a heat sink in the middle with some old computer fans.
Sat, 05/23/2020 - 17:23
That PVC heat pipe intrigues me. Can you share a little more about it? I'm assuming it pulls hot air from the upper vent, and cools it down via the section of pipe below ground, sort of like a natural A/C. Keeps things from gettting too hot during the summer months?
Kinda looks like you'd frequently trip over it though. I'd probably have run the lower exhaust right up by the edge of the door frame, or a corner.
After building my daughter's beds and some outdoor day beds, I finally got around to building a bed for my husband and I. I altered the plans to a king size bed. I added a second 2x4 in the middle for support and around the inside edges as I used the box springs to make the bed taller. Using the kreg jig really made this project so easy. I also used 1x8's instead of 2x8's because I couldn't find those in Hawaii anywhere, except pressure treated wood. It still turned out great.
Thanks for the wonderful plans!
Mon, 06/25/2012 - 19:40
I LOVE this bed! I'm asking my husband to build it and I was wondering if you could email me the dimensions for the plans of a king size Chestwick Platform bed? I'm pretty sure he could figure them out on his own, but I'd love to make it easier for him :) Love your work!
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Sun, 07/22/2012 - 11:58
I made the bed 80 x 79
Tue, 10/26/2021 - 10:48
Amazing! can you please provide the cut list for the king size measurements?
Thank you!
When I saw Ana's plans for this table I had to build it. I did modify the size to make the table top a little wider and longer. The extra width is great for putting more food or a center piece in the middle of the table.
I thought the build was pretty simple and everyone who visits our house loves the table. It is definitely a conversational piece.
The table and benches are heavy duty and will be able to passed on for many generations. I love the rustic look and so the steel wool/vinegar stain was my finish of choice.
I decided to document the entire build and created the most in-depth farmhouse table video tutorial online. The goal with the video is to show how easy it is to build the table using Ana's plans!
I had the wood to make this for about 2 weeks. Started on Tuesday and finished Thursday evening! I wanted the look to be different from the Apothecary look so I made the doors a little different!
Mon, 04/14/2014 - 17:16
I love this! I just finished putting the frame together but wasn't loving the original door look. Can you tell me how you did the beadboard doors? And what hinges? Thanks!
In reply to I love this! I just finished by jeanniemn
Sat, 04/19/2014 - 08:02
Sure! I just bought a 4'x8' sheet of beadboard from Lowes. I have about half left over. They sometimes have half sheets but didn't when I went. I had them to rough cut it into 20" strips to fit in my car. It came white but I painted over it with Rustoleum Heirloom White spray paint. I bought 2 12ft boards for the frames, I think they were 1/2"x2".. only around $8 per piece and they are stocked vertically at lowes near the beadboard (at the store near me at least!) I cut the beadboard at home and then cut the frame board to fit. I used glue and a brad nailer with 5/8" nails to attach them to the beadboard. My doors had to overlap the plywood since I had the extra shelf that was flush with the rest of the cabinet.. I couldn't inset my doors like she did at Shanty-2-Chic. I bought the same hinges she used, the brand is Liberty and I found them at Home Depot. $5 something for a 2 pack. They are awesome! The doors aren't heavy duty but we didn't need them to be. You could always add a layer of MDF or Lauan if you wanted them to be more sturdy!
I hope this helps.. I'll be glad to answer more questions!
Thu, 05/01/2014 - 18:28
Thanks!! We are almost done but are stumped by the hinges (I bought the Liberty ones too). Any tips on those? I think we are just over-thinking it, it can't be that hard!!
Thu, 05/01/2014 - 18:42
Thanks!! We are almost done but are stumped by the hinges (I bought the Liberty ones too). Any tips on those? I think we are just over-thinking it, it can't be that hard!!
Fri, 05/02/2014 - 06:53
...has completely stumped me before, and buying the wrong type has halted one of my first projects. Make sure you pick the right hinge for how you want your doors to align. From my experience, HD sells mostly "overlay" and "3/8 offset" hinges, with a small selection of "inset" hinges. These links are to a different hinge manufacturers, but the little pictures/explanations have helped me figure out what type of hinge I need to buy:
http://www.rockler.com/how-to/understanding-hinges
http://www.menards.com/main/store/20090519001/items/media/Millwork/Belw…
(and vlilly, I love the distressed finish on the console above).
I’m going to make a step stool for the son of good friends in Florida. The design I liked had dovetail joints, which I’ve never cut before. So I made this stool for my wife as a prototype. Walnut sides with Cherry for the steps. 12.5” front to back, 14” tall, and just about a foot side to side.
Mark Johnson
I made this in 1 day from the plans here on Ana White what a fun project it was and fairly simple to build
for such a beautiful piece..www.facebook.com/groups/ozaofwc/
Found the plans for the sawhorse table on Ana and knew it would be perfect as my new sewing table. Such a lovely piece that will be very universal throughout the house!
Became a weekend project only because of the stain and painting that had to be done.
Made a few adjustments to the measurements and top… pretty happy with the way it turned out!
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Tue, 11/05/2019 - 10:38
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