How To Build A Wall Bed With Desk

How to Build a Wall Bed with Desk

Building a wall bed with a desk is a great way to save space in your home. It's a perfect solution for small apartments, guest rooms, or any room where you need extra sleeping and working space. While building a wall bed with a desk may seem like a daunting task, it's actually quite simple with the right materials and instructions.

This article will provide step-by-step instructions on how to build a wall bed with a desk. We'll cover everything from gathering the necessary materials to installing the bed and desk. So whether you're a beginner or experienced woodworker, you can follow along and build a wall bed with a desk that will meet your needs.

Materials

Before you begin building your wall bed with a desk, you'll need to gather the following materials:

1 sheet of ¾-inch plywood (4 feet x 8 feet)
2 sheets of ½-inch plywood (4 feet x 8 feet)
2 pieces of 2x4 lumber (8 feet long)
1 piece of 2x6 lumber (8 feet long)
1 piece of 1x6 lumber (8 feet long)
4 hinges
4 casters
1 set of bed rails
1 mattress
Wood screws
Nails
Sandpaper
Paint or stain

Tools

You'll also need the following tools:

Circular saw or jigsaw
Drill
Screwdriver
Hammer
Clamps
Level
Tape measure

Instructions

Now that you have all of your materials and tools, you can begin building your wall bed with a desk. Follow these instructions carefully, and you'll be finished in no time.

1. Cut the plywood.

Using a circular saw or jigsaw, cut the plywood into the following pieces:

2 pieces of ¾-inch plywood (4 feet x 2 feet)
2 pieces of ½-inch plywood (4 feet x 2 feet)
1 piece of ½-inch plywood (4 feet x 1 foot)
1 piece of ½-inch plywood (2 feet x 1 foot)

2. Assemble the frame.

Attach the two pieces of 2x4 lumber to the bottom of the two pieces of plywood, as shown in the diagram. Then, attach the two pieces of 2x6 lumber to the top of the two pieces of plywood. Make sure that the frame is square and that all of the joints are flush.

3. Attach the desk.

Attach the piece of 1x6 lumber to the front of the frame, as shown in the diagram. This will be the support for the desk. Then, attach the piece of ½-inch plywood to the support, making sure that it is flush with the top of the frame.

4. Attach the bed rails.

Attach the bed rails to the inside of the frame, as shown in the diagram. Make sure that the bed rails are level and that they are at the correct height for your mattress.

5. Install the mattress.

Place the mattress on the bed rails.

6. Attach the hinges.

Attach the hinges to the back of the frame and to the wall, as shown in the diagram. Make sure that the hinges are properly aligned so that the bed folds up and down smoothly.

7. Attach the casters.

Attach the casters to the bottom of the frame, as shown in the diagram. This will allow you to roll the bed out from the wall when you need to use it.

8. Sand and paint or stain.

Sand the bed and desk to remove any rough edges. Then, paint or stain the bed to match your décor.

And that's it! You've now successfully built a wall bed with a desk. Enjoy your new space-saving furniture!