How To Make Homemade Bunk Beds

How to Build Homemade Bunk Beds

Building homemade bunk beds is a great way to save money and create a fun and functional space for your kids. While it may seem like a daunting task, it's actually quite simple with the right tools and materials.

Materials:

2 twin bed frames
4 twin mattresses
4 bunk bed brackets (available at most hardware stores)
16 bolts (1/2" x 4")
16 washers
16 nuts
Drill
Wrench
Screwdriver
Measuring tape
Level

Instructions:

1. Assemble the bottom bunk.

Lay out one of the twin bed frames and attach the mattress to it. Then, flip the bed frame over and attach the other mattress to the bottom side. The mattresses should be flush with the edges of the bed frame.

2. Assemble the top bunk.

Do the same thing with the other twin bed frame and mattress.

3. Attach the bunk bed brackets.

Hold one of the bunk bed brackets up to the bottom bunk, about 1 foot from the edge. Mark the location of the holes with a pencil. Repeat this process on the other side of the bunk.

Drill pilot holes at the marked locations. Then, insert the bolts through the holes and secure them with washers and nuts.

Repeat this process on the top bunk, but position the brackets about 2 feet from the edge.

4. Connect the top bunk to the bottom bunk.

Lift the top bunk onto the bottom bunk and align the brackets on the top bunk with the brackets on the bottom bunk.

Secure the brackets together with the remaining bolts, washers, and nuts.

5. Check for level.

Use a level to check if the bunk beds are level. If they're not level, adjust the nuts on the bolts until they are.

6. Enjoy!

Your homemade bunk beds are now complete. Enjoy the extra space and fun that they provide for your kids.

Tips:

Use a sturdy wood for the bunk beds, such as pine or oak.
Make sure the bolts are long enough to go through both the brackets and the bed frames.
Tighten all the bolts securely, but don't overtighten them.
If you're not comfortable building the bunk beds yourself, you can hire a handyman to do it for you.
Add a ladder or stairs to the bunk beds for easy access to the top bunk.
If you don't want to build a permanent bunk bed, you can buy a bunk bed kit.