Creating enough storage space in the home where you can store a bit of everything is what most people long for in their homes. And to get a new bed for your room can be quite expensive, and the space to place it is another issue to consider as well. So rather than shop for a new storage bed, why not make one for yourself?

If you feel like you want to try your hands on one over the weekend, try building a full-size wooden storage bed. It’s worth the effort, and what’s more, you will be making use of the space in your room effectively.

Materials List:

6 – 1×12 Boards, 8′ Long

1 – Sheet of 1/4″ Plywood cut into 15″ wide strips, 8′ long

6 – 1×2 Boards, 8′ Long

5 – 1×3 Boards, 8′ Long (1×3 Pine Furring Strips are about $1.50 Each and would work perfect)

2″ Screws

1 1/4″ Screws

1 1/4″ Nails

2″ Nails

Wood Glue

Wood Filler

120 grit sandpaper

primer

wood conditioner

paint

paintbrush

There are a lot of techniques you could use in building this storage bed, you have to make sure the components are properly aligned, and that you have the necessary tools before getting started. Try purchasing the necessary power tools (electrical screwdriver, circular saw, drill machinery), or if you have them handy, or know the basic techniques, you can get the job done by yourself.

Take a look at the rest of the storage bed plans, follow the simple instructions below, get creative with pieces of wood and build yourself a full-size storage bed in any size.

Click here to read about how to build a storage bed for tiny house diy project:

http://www.ana-white.com/2010/05/furniture-plans-full-size-storage-bed.html