Build Bed Storage Drawers

It can be used with or without a box spring and the large drawers provide lots of storage without using any floor space.

Build bed storage drawers.

The first step of the project is to build the headboard panel for the storage bed. Build the cleats out of 1 6 lumber and the panel slats out of 2 6 lumber. Pottery barn style diy bed frame with storage. Lock everything together with 1 1 4 screws.

For each drawer you should have eight sets of pocket holes. Insert 1 1 4 brad nails through the cleats into the slats and add glue to create rigid joints. Repeat for the top and bottom of each side of the boards. Build the bottom of the drawer of 3 4 plywood and the frame from 1 10 lumber.

Lay the slats on a level surface making sure you leave no gaps between the components. This platform diy storage bed from woodshop diaries has farmhouse style and would make quite a statement in any bedroom. Our 6 drawer dresser is the most economical way to add storage to your home. Attach the pocket hole jig using a c clamp then either use a second clamp to attach the board to a work table or have another person hold the board while you drill the holes.

It eliminates the wobbly squeaky steel bed frame making your bed far stronger more rigid and dust proof. Drill pocket holes at both ends of the side components. Building the drawers for the bed frame is a straight forward task if you use the right materials and tools.