Introduction

This easy-to-make DIY bunk bed uses common construction lumber that's affordable and easy to find. Construction lumber has what's called a nominal size — 1x4 or 2x6 for example, a little larger than its actual size. For this project, we'll refer to the lumber by its nominal size.

We assembled this entire project with screws. Avoid splitting the wood by drilling pilot holes at each screw location.

A miter saw set up with stop blocks will be the most accurate and efficient method of preparing the stock, but don't worry if you don't have one — a circular saw with a Speed square will work just fine.

Tools Required

Materials Required

  • #10 x 2-1/2-in. wood screws
  • #12 x 3-in. wood screws
  • #8 x 1-1/2-in. Wood screws
  • #8 x 1-1/4-in. wood screws
  • Softwood lumber - (24) 1x4x8'
  • Softwood lumber - (4) 2x2x8'
  • Softwood lumber - (6) 2x4x8'
  • Softwood lumber - (6) 2x6x8'

Cutting List

KEY QTY. PART DIMENSIONS
A 4 Legs 2 x 4 x 70
B 4 Short Stretchers 2 x 6 x 48
C 12 Short Safety Rails 1 x 4 x 48
D 4 Lower Spacer 2 x 2 x 10
E 2 Mattress Cleat 2 x 2 x 79
F 4 Long Stretcher 2 x 6 x 79
G 20 Mattress Support 1 x 4 x 42
H 2 Ladder Leg 2 x 4 x 60
J 4 Ladder Rung 2 x 4 x 18
K 4 Middle Spacer 2 x 2 x 33.5
L 4 Upper Spacer 2 x 2 x 15.5
M 2 Safety Supports 1 x 4 x 21
N 3 Long Safety Rails 1 x 4 x 76
O 3 Medium Safety Rails 1 x 4 x 54.5