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HOME AND SHOP EDITOR A simple studio bed, covered to match the walls, takes on a very special "platform look" from the surrounding U- shaped structure that ...

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Dream stuff: PM's handsom platform beds ] Take your pick of a king-sized ... 2x4s for the bed frame. This dimensionally stable wood won't shrink and tighten ...

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What furniture goes with dark blue walls?

I am getting ready to totally redo my whole room drywall and all. I picked out my color today and i picked out a dark blue and then a light teal color for the ceilings. I decided on hardwood floor that is not light but not dark either. It looks dark in

I think white would be perfect. Now all you have to do is convince your dad. You have really great ideas!

What is the best wood for building a bed?

I am building a bed, a replica of the one from the hit disney show, 'Good Luck Charlie'
http://hookedonhouses.net/2011/05/02/the -duncans-denver-home-on-disneys-good-luc k-charlie/teddys-bedroom-bed-on-platform -2/
That is what it looks

Oak would be strong while pine would be cheap. Oak will last for years while pine will only last a year or so before it starts wobbling. Both can be stained for the same look. As for the plywood on top min 3/4 inch and you need support rails under

Need help with furniture bed build... from scratch.?

I want to build this bed, not buy it and put it together, I want to learn how to build one myself.

Can anyone help me design my own plans to build a very similiar bed to the one below. I want to do this myself from scratch.

Well, your link doesn't work.

Have you ever done any veneer work? You might be better off using a veneered plywood, if not. (the manufacturer will use mdf, instead of plywood, because it costs less to use).

How about tools?