The construction of a simple wooden frame for a bed requires knowledge of the dimensions of your mattress and mattress. You can measure the bottom of the spring or use the standard sizes used by the manufacturers. Twin bed frames can be simple box frames. The larger sizes should have the internal support of the councils that cross from one side to the other. Extra-large beds often come with split springs because the center of the bed frame must be compatible with the springs on the sides and in the center.
Zinus 12 Inch SmartBase Mattress Foundation, Platform Bed Frame, Box Spring Replacement, Quiet Noise-Free, Twin
Instructions
1 Measure and cut two of 2 by 6 pieces of wood to the length of the bed structure - the length of the mattress and the bed base - with the circular saw. Measure and cut two additional pieces to the width of the frame, which is the width of the mattress minus 3 inches.
2 Place the two side pieces on the edge on the floor, parallel to each other. Set the front and back pieces - those cut to the width - between the side pieces, also at their edges. Align the corners. Make three 1/8 inch pilot holes, spaced equally, through the side pieces on the top and bottom pieces at each corner.
3 Drive three cover screws through the side pieces on the head and foot pieces at each corner. Measure from one corner to the opposite corner (diagonally). Repeat with the other two corners. The diagonal distances must be the same, within a quarter of an inch. Move the head or foot of the left or right frame slightly to make adjustments until the measurement is the same.
4 Measure and cut two 12-inch by 12-inch pieces of plywood. Cut the two pieces in a diagonal medium to form four triangular pieces, which will be the feet of the frame. Place your feet at each corner with the 12-inch sides aligned with the edges of the 2-by-6 band and the head or foot. Attach the feet to the structure with three drywall screws through the plywood on the 2-by-6 sides, head and feet.
5 Flip the frame again with your feet on the ground. Measure and cut two pieces of 1-by-8 light pine to the width of the frame. Rinse the ends of both pieces with the corners of the frame, the feet and the head. Drill pilot holes two at a time, one inch from the bottom and 4 1/2 inches from the bottom, every 12 inches. Attach to the frame with 1 1/2-inch wood screws.
6 Measure and cut two pieces of 1-by-8 to the length of the weft, which is now 1 1/2 inches longer with the addition of the pieces of the head and feet. Rinse the ends of the two side pieces with finished parts from the head and the finishing feet, to the feet and head. Drill pilot holes two at a time, one inch from the bottom and 4 1/2 inches from the bottom, every 12 inches. Attach to the frame with 1 1/2-inch wood screws.
7 Measure the inner distance between the two side finishing pieces. Cut four pieces of oak wood 1-by-4. Place the oak pieces evenly spaced between the head and the foot of the bed. The frame is ready for spring and mattress.
Tips and warnings
- Marriage and extra-large beds require additional support of 2 by 6 from the foot to the head in the center of the frame. Cut two rectangular feet, 12 inches by 12 inches. Add them to the structure on the head and feet, establish the same distance through the central support and flush with the head and feet 2-by-6.
- You can stain or paint the frame of any color you want for a finished look.
- Always follow safety procedures when using power tools. Wear safety glasses, protection and a hearing dust mask when using electric saws and drills.