Loft Bed Full Size Plans

Building a loft bed is a great way to save space and create a fun and functional area in your home. Loft beds are perfect for small apartments, dorm rooms, or any room where space is at a premium. They can also be used to create a separate sleeping area for children or guests.

There are many different loft bed designs available, so you can find one that fits your needs and style. Some loft beds have built-in storage, while others have desks or other features. You can also choose from a variety of materials, such as wood, metal, or PVC pipe.

If you're handy with tools, you can build a loft bed yourself using the following plans. These plans are for a full-size loft bed, but you can easily adjust them to make a twin-size or queen-size bed.

Materials List

4x4 posts (8 feet long)
2x6 boards (8 feet long)
2x4 boards (8 feet long)
3/4-inch plywood (4 feet x 8 feet)
1/2-inch plywood (4 feet x 8 feet)
Wood screws
Lag bolts
Washers
Nuts
Drill
Screwdriver
Saw
Measuring tape
Level

Instructions

1. Cut the 4x4 posts to the following lengths:

4 posts at 6 feet 6 inches
4 posts at 3 feet 6 inches

2. Cut the 2x6 boards to the following lengths:

4 boards at 6 feet
4 boards at 3 feet

3. Cut the 2x4 boards to the following lengths:

8 boards at 5 feet 6 inches
4 boards at 3 feet

4. Assemble the frame of the loft bed by attaching the 4x4 posts to the 2x6 boards using wood screws.

5. Attach the 2x4 boards to the frame to create the supports for the plywood.

6. Cut the 3/4-inch plywood to the following size:

5 feet 6 inches x 8 feet

7. Attach the plywood to the supports using wood screws.

8. Cut the 1/2-inch plywood to the following size:

5 feet 6 inches x 7 feet

9. Attach the 1/2-inch plywood to the front of the loft bed to create a guardrail.

10. Add a ladder or stairs to the loft bed so that you can climb up to the sleeping area.

Once you have built the loft bed, you can customize it to fit your needs and style. You can add curtains to the guardrail to create a private sleeping area, or you can paint the loft bed to match your décor. You can also add storage baskets or shelves to the loft bed to keep your belongings organized.