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The Lydia bed in a queens size! This plan modifies the Lydia Daybed into a queen size. Recommended use with box spring.

VIRTUAL BUILDING
So to cure my case of the buildies for the Lydia Bed, I thought I would draw up plans for the queen sized bed.  The queen is a just a tiny bit different than the daybed, only in that the headboard is taller, and of course the dimensions are scaled for a queen.  Like this bed from Pottery Barn.

LYDIA QUEEN
The bed above is shown with a box spring and a mattress.  I love this bed!  

LYDIA DAYBED
Here is the original daybed in a twin sized.  Plans are here. In fact, because plans are so similar, just follow the Lydia Daybed Plans and I will give you a new cut list and shopping list (because I really want to get back to the pressure cooker  :)  ).

Dimensions
lydia queen bed plan
Overall Dimensions and composition are shown above. For a paint grade bed, use MDF and pine boards. For a stain grade bed (rustic) use A1 plywood and pine boards. For a stain grade bed, hardwood, use A1 plywood in your choice of hardwood for both the headboard and footboard panels AND the siderails, and hardwood boards and moulding for the trim and legs.

Preparation

Shopping List

4 – Pieces of 2 1/4″ moulding, 7′ Length 

4 – Pieces of 2 1/4″ moulding, 11′ Length (same as above, just longer)

2 – 1×10, 8′ Length (or cut your siderails from the plywood)

2 – Sheet of 3/4″ MDF or A1 Plywood

4 – 1×2 Boards, 8′ long

19 – 1×3 Boards, 8′ long

Wood Filler

Wood Glue

1 1/4″ Nails 2″ Nails

1 1/4″ Screws Pocket Hole Screws for Kreg Jig ( 1 1/4″ length)

Sandpaper

Finishing Supplies (paint, etc)

Cut List

1 – 3/4″ MDF @ 61 1/2″ x 27″ (Footboard Panel)

1 – 3/4″ MDF @ 61 1/2″ x 38″ (Headboard Panel)

2 – 1×2 @ 34 1/2″ (Footboard End Legs, ends tapered in step 1)

2 – 1×2 @ 45 1/2″ (Headboard End Legs, Tapered in step 1)

2 – 1×3 @ 58 1/2 (Bottom Panel Trim)

2 – 1×3 @ 34 1/2″ (Footboard Side Legs, ends tapered)

2 – 1×3 @ 45 1/2″ (Headboard Side Legs, ends tapered)

2 – 1×3 @ 63″ (Top of Panels)

2 – 2 1/4″ Base Moulding @ 58 1/2″ (Trim for outside of panel)

2 – 2 1/4″ Base Moulding @ 61 1/2″ (Trim for inside of panel)

4 – 3/4″ MDF @ 15″ x 15″ (Scalloped Sides)

2 – 1×10 @ 80″ (Siderails)

2 – 1×2 @ 80″ (Cleats)

14 – 1×3 @ 60″ (Slats)

4 – 2 1/4″ Moulding @ 78″ (Siderail Trim)

Cutting Instructions

MONEY SAVING TIP Because you will need to purchase 2 sheets of plywood or MDF for this bed, you could have your siderails cut from the plywood, cutting 1 siderail from each sheet of plywood. Remember that the plywood needs to be strong, and I would hesitate to use MDF for the siderails (unless you are using a box spring).

Tools
Tape Measure
Speed Square
Pencil
Safety Glasses
Hearing Protection
Kreg Jig
Drill
Circular Saw
Jigsaw
Brad Nailer
Power Sander
General Instructions

Please reference the Lydia Daybed plans for additional diagrams and step by step building instruction.

Instructions

Step 1

Project Type
Beds and Bed Frames
Room
Bedroom
Style
Cottage Style Furniture Plans
Farmhouse Furniture

Comments

Carisa Knox (not verified)

Thu, 06/17/2010 - 02:20

Ihave been following your blog for a little while now and I have to say you are so incredibly talented. I love that you have done what I have always wanted to figure out how to do. Math is not my strong point but coming from a family of contractors it's in the blood to want to make everything vs buying expensive pieces. You make it so simple and enoyable.
This bed in particular is absolutely gorgeous!!! I'm thinking that we need it in our bedroom and our bed frame can move to the guestroom.
Is there any chance you would be willing to draw up plans for PB Classic Double Sink Console for the bathroom at some point in the furture? I would love to see what you come up with!
Again, great job on the bed. I can't wait to send you pictures of the projects I complete!

Galo Fab 5 (not verified)

Thu, 06/17/2010 - 07:05

I've been dying to make this bed for my little girl. Now to actually see it made just makes me want to even more! I'm in love!

Jana (not verified)

Thu, 06/17/2010 - 10:21

I'll trade you some chicken for some salmon :)
Jana

Gorgeous Bed....
My husband and I are making our first project Friday (tomorrow)..the farm table. I don't think I'll be able to sleep tonight-I'm so excited. the table he wanted was from Costco -$1000 for a high table and 8 chairs. I'm going to spray our existing chairs black and the table black too.

Donna@Affordab… (not verified)

Thu, 06/17/2010 - 17:24

Thank you so much for the wonderful projects and instructions. You truly are inspirational! Please don't ever stop!!!

Kylee (not verified)

Fri, 06/18/2010 - 10:13

Ana - Love your blog! I grew up in Washington state, now I live in California. My friends are shocked when I tell them that I'm OVER salmon! I think I've had enough to last a lifetime!