This is advertised as a beginner level project that will cost you between 100 and 150.
Build your own bunk bed ladder.
If you don t have a table saw or simply do not want to make your own 2x2 stock then you can purchase a few pieces of pre made 2x2.
These will be the rungs of the ladder.
For the top of a bunk bed ladder however you don t want square.
For me it s cheaper to purchase 2x4 stock and make my own 2x2s so that s the route i went.
The following link is for ana white s site where she walks you through the process of converting your simple beds into a bunk bed.
This is another bed that would make you feel like you have your own personal oasis every time you step foot in your bedroom.
The ladder is screwed into the rungs using 2 inch screws and glue.
When in doubt buy an extra piece or two of lumber.
Build at your own risk.
How to build a bunk bed ladder step 1.
This bunk bed will take you one day to build cost less than 500 and is easy to moderate.
2x2 material is needed for the slats to rest on in this bunk bed.
And the reason is that the bottom bunk can be hidden with a curtain.
In most cases that s fine it s what you need.
Camp style bunk beds.
But in most cases 2 3 pieces of 1 x 3 lumber that are 8 feet 2 4 m long should suffice.
So if you desire a little extra privacy then this would be a good option for you.
Bunk beds can be dangerous if done wrong.
Somewhere in this video i will give you tips on how to make your ladder and show you possib.
Cut five 1 1 2 foot pieces from the third 2 by 4.
This easy to build design will cost you somewhere between 100 150.
Make an arc and then cut and sand so you round the top.
Determine slope of the ladder on its short edge hold one length of 2x4 in place against the upper rail of the bed and with the sliding bevel determine the angle you want to build the ladder in relation to it.
A bunk bed will help you save space and make your bedroom look more organized and spacious.
This is how long.
The amount you ll need depends on the width of your ladder stairs and the number of treads required.
This guide will use a 15 degree angle.
The end of a piece of wood is square.
You can use 2 x 4 lumber instead if you prefer to have beefier treads.
Build this bunk bed 18.
Bolt the rungs to the two side pieces.
At the backside of the foot of the 2x4 mark where it will meet the floor.
That way there are no sharp edges that can cause injury.
Don t leave them that way as you finish the ladder.
Again a table saw is not necessary for this build.
A materials and tools list color photos diagrams videos and user comments are all included in this free bunk bed plan.
