If you’re planning to buy a platform bed, think again. You can build a platform bed frame and save several hundred dollars! If you have a step-by-step instruction on how to do it yourself, it will be easier and not complicated at all.

If you look at the market today, a simple platform bed can cost you over a thousand dollars and even more. Some who are lazy to build it themselves are willing to spend that kind of money. It’s not that hard to build on your own if you have good solid plans.

Here is a breakthrough for you. Did you know that you can make your own platform bed using good plans and your total cost will be less than $300? Yes, that’s what I mean by saving!

To build your own platform bed, you just need regular plywood for the frame and platform. If you fancy a platform bed with drawers, simply carve a nice opening in the side of the bed and install one.

If you’re ready to build your own platform bed, the first step is to get a good set of plans and choose the model you prefer. This stage is the fun part because you can determine what kind of model you want for your room. Then after that you will need the materials according to the plan specification. This is one of the benefits of having your plan, as you know what kind of materials you will need BEFORE you start building. In addition, you will not spend unnecessarily, which can result in excessive purchase of those materials.

When you have your plywood ready, be sure to bring your tape measures as well, as you will also need to cut the plywood according to plan specifications. It is recommended that you ask the lumber supplier to do this for you. Some lumber suppliers provide this service.