I searched for a bed like this but didn't find anything I liked that was well-built and affordable. So, I'm building this one out of solid wood for about $450. (Except I had to buy a new miter saw, because my old one was stolen out of my garage about two years ago, so that was another $250.)

Edit:

Here's the Blender 5.1.1 file

You'll need the Measure It addon installed and enabled to see the dimensions. The gray boards are the blank stock pieces I bought. It's in inches, because I'm a stupid American.

Here's a screenshot of the blender file:

Edit 2:

I have most of the pieces cut to size. I've already made a small mistake, but it wouldn't be my project if I didn't. Nothing a little wood filler won't fix. The side walls of the headboard with the angles I'll need to cut with my circular saw. Or, maybe I could do it like this. I'm not sure my table saw is big enough. (Also, it was either woodworker or piano player for this guy, I think he made the right choice.)

Edit 3:

I'm stuck waiting for the Vevor pocket hole jig I ordered, and the bed rail hardware. I didn't get the Kreg, because it's plastic and more expensive than the more versatile Vevor jig.

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[–] 51 points 5 months ago (15 children)

ahh, the ol' trap of "It will save money to DIY" :)

Give us some pictures of the wood working!

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  • [–] 10 points 5 months ago

    Hopefully OP can achieve the "design I like and well built" parts. 2 outta 3 aint bad. And if it is well built it should last a life time and then it's cost-schmost.

    Agreed on build pics!

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  • [–] 9 points 5 months ago (4 children)

    I mean isn't it?

    You just have to compare apples to apples.

    If you're trying to compare an IKEA bed to what OP makes. Op would DIY this out of cardboard.

    Actual wood furniture is expensive af

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  • [–] 2 points 5 months ago (2 children)

    Only if you compare it to custom bespoke pieces. It would probably still be cheaper to buy a bedframe that looks close tot his and work from there.

    And this one, for example, does look very close to the Ikea Tarva.

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  • [–] 8 points 5 months ago (2 children)

    As with any DIY project, I think the extra cost is worth the knowledge you gain... Unless you're doing DIY tree removal next to your house.

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  • [–] [S] 1 point 5 months ago

    Funny you should mention tree removal next to my house. But, no way I'm trying that job myself. I love that tree, but ever since I noticed it's leaning a bit toward my house, and the wind we have around here... I can't wait to get it gone. I'm looking for something short to put in its place.

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