Easy and Strong DIY Bunk Bed From 2x6 Lumber

How I built an easy and ultra-strong twin bunk bed for kids...or even adults, as it can support my 245 pound weight!

I also added LED lighting, and used my laser cutter to produce (optional) optional plugs. I'm really pleased with how this build turned out, and I hope it inspires others to DIY something similar! Lumber cost was ~$150, total cost excluding slats and mattresses likely in the $300 range.

TOC:
0:00 Intro
1:10 Dovetails
1:57 Drilling holes with 3D Printed Jig
3:27 Assemble ladder/support section
5:14 Assemble full structure
5:27 Error - cut wood screws with grinder
6:21 Slats support
7:52 Strength test - 245 lbs
8:35 Countersink too much for 2 inch bolt
10:53 Apply wood stain
11:02 Laser cut plugs
12:23 More urethane!
13:00 Disassemble and rebuild in bedroom
14:10 Add LED strips
15:02 All done!

Cuts list:
-2x6 (4) 75.5 inches [horizontal bed support]
-2x6 (8) 44 inches [ladder sections]
-2x6 (2) 67 inches [long upright]
-2x6 (2) 57 inches [shorter upright]
-2x4 (1) 78.5 inches [top bar]
-2x3 and 2x2: cut to suit, bed support

Note that you may want to make the bed slightly wider, as some slats will not fit without modification. Some twin beds are 39 inches wide, not 38 inches wide, so best to check that too. I may publish more instructions somewhere, so LMK in the comments if I need to hurry up!

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[MakerMikeSizer]

Nicely done. Definitely more solid than the cursed flat-packed stuff. Also Jeremy, I'm starting to wonder if you add LEDs when you make breakfast 😆. (Obviously I'm teasing. I like the LEDs. ) Oh and leaving the plugs natural looked really cool. I liked that!