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As many of you know, we've been continually renovating our new house. Upstairs in my boys' bedroom, its finally time to get the mattresses off the floor and onto a set of awesome double bunkbeds!
You may have seen my boys' room when we laid down new hardwood flooring. Now that the flooring is finished, it's time to make some beds. To maximize space in the room and to comfortably fit three boys, I decided on two sets of bunkbeds.
Bunkbeds are pretty straight-forward; like any bed, they need a frame, some rails to hold the mattress, and most often a headboard. A bunk bed is just two of those sets, but one is on stilts. My original design looked something like a animal pen with lots of dimensional lumber and rails to prevent the kids from falling. After many discussions with my wife, she mentioned that she liked the industrial-chique design so we added some iron pipe accents. If you've never used iron pipe in a project, be warned, it can get expensive quick (especially for double bunks!). To try and balance the industrial look with non-animal pen construction, we settled on a minimalistic design that is sturdy and functional.
The bed frames are simple 2x6 boxes held together with glue and screws. Where visible, I added some dowel plugs to the screw holes to keep the clean exterior look. I screwed 2x2 runners the length of the frames to hold the 1x4 mattress supports. Because I needed 4 individual beds, I batched out the cutting and the construction. When it came time to mount the beds, I used 3/8 inch lag bolts to attach the top bunks into the corners of the room. I used a temporary brace to hold up the unsupported side of the bed while I drove in the hardware, this keeps the vertical spacing consistent across the bed frames.
Now it was time to piece together the puzzle of iron pipes that would become the guard rail and ladder. Josh and I used the floor at the home center to lay out the arrangement to make sure we bought all the right pieces. Most of the fittings screwed together in the way we intended, except for one side of the ladder. Because the pipes screw together in the same direction, it's impossible to make put both sides of the ladder together using the threads. I had to grind off the threading on one side of the ladder rungs and friction fit those pieces into the other vertical support. This wasn't as difficult as I thought and the ladder/guard rail combo was ready...except that the iron pipe we bought had a black coating that was a PAIN to remove. I used some degreaser and some mineral spirits to remove the dirty layer and then sealed the whole thing with paste wax. I attached the iron piping to the bed frames with some lag bolts and nuts for added assurance and the basic frames and supports were finished.
The headboards were made out of 3/4 inch plywood and I used some additional dividers to make some storage cubbies for each bed. I joined the top and bottom headboards with a longer piece of plywood to serve as an additional support for the top bunk. Wanting a pop of color, I painted each headboards' back panel a bold color that can be removed and repainted if the kids change their minds.
Once the mattresses were added and dressed up with bedding, this project was done. My three boys, and more importantly, my wife was really happy with the final product and it gives the room WAY more floorspace for all sorts of activities! If you liked this project, you can get the plans on my website and you can view my playlists to see more projects.
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Want to build your own? Get the digital plans at www.iliketomakestuff.com/product/bunk-beds-digital-plans/ For those of you saying that I could have just threaded the ladder in the right order, unfortunately you're wrong. No matter how you put them together, you eventually get to a point where to have to turn pieces in opposite directions to thread them. I don't know how to visually explain that but it just doesn't work. For the rungs, for instance, the threads would have to be opposite so that it would thread both ends ON at the same time. That same issue would happen somewhere regardless of the order of assembly. Hope that makes sense.
I Like To Make Stuff What a cool build. I see four beds and also two forts to play in. Great job.
I guess the only workaround was to add a ton of 3-pieces conical joints, almost on every bar, somehow losing simmetry.. so well done grinding out those threads :D
That's why they make these pieces called unions....
Thank you sir for teaching me the correct name for "3-piece joint" =D
I Like To Make Stuff I think you should build another lamp but make it so your boys can use it and it’s easy to move around
This might be a small thing, but I really appreciate you showing that little bts at the end with your "real life" mess. As a parent, content creator, and aspiring maker myself, I never understand how people can do all that and still maintain a house. That little snipit helps me feel like it's not just me, which helps ease some frustration. Thanks as always for the great videos and work!
hungrycolby yet its been 2 years since your last video
DankAsian4 1 your channel doesn't have any content to speak of. Lighten up dude! Keep it positive!
Not under hungrycolby my good sir. That's just my everyday account. I am on the in-house marketing team for the company I work for and make content there. Also working on another channel, but that isn't ready yet. But it also comes back to my original comment, there's a lot in life to juggle and it is nice to have creators like Bob actually show the real life elements here and there.
Such a content creator You have a grand total of 0 videos
"son, go make your bed" "but dad, that's your job" "crap" and thats a joke
Jacob Obert lol
Jacob Obert that's so cringy that it's funny
haha! that's funny
Took me 10 seconds to get the joke
Lol
7:55 we've all been there kid.
Yes
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Dylan I don’t get it
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Ngahahahahaahaha
You made them bunk beds? NOW THERE'S SO MUCH MORE ROOM FOR ACTIVITIES!
the double colour of back panels is a genius idea Bob really nice job
Adds a nice pop to the room
Haha thanks for keeping it real with the bloopers at the end! I feel like that is always the state of our house/shop/wherever we are shooting. Great project, love the home-related builds and seeing this room come together!
Thanks guys!
bloopers make everything better
imagine having a dad this cool... imagine having a dad ):
this post was made by orphan gang
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that turned dark quick
Who mske you? Your dad, right
Daddy wasn't there to take me to the fair daddy wasn't there everybody
Congrats to your editor, you guys make really fun videos to watch, usualy on KZhead this type of videos are very slow, i honestly don't think i will even try to build 90% of the things you build, but dam it's fun watching you do it xD
He’s probably an engineer
Like the pacing of the video, nailed it!
Wintergatan OMG love the marble machine
Wait, you here Martin?! I suppose it makes sense you're into DIY woodworking channels as well, cheers!
is that an unintended pun i hear
I love the marble machine how's the marble machine X
this day is so great! 1. I like to make stuff releases a new video 2. with a new cool intro 3. wintergatan commented this awesome video!!!!
That intro was fire 🔥
My dad used to make chairs, tables, bed frame for me when I was still a kid. He would make everything that I wanted. You're a cool dad, like my dad 😁
13:45 seriously tho! I fricken LOVE THIS! I cannot tell you just how much I (and apparently others in the comment section..) appreciate the honesty! Too many times people show things that are far from the reality of every day life and that begins to take a toll on people, thinking they’re inadequate & that is just a really shitty feeling! So thank you for showing us the imperfections… it proves you’re human lol
Diggin' that new intro, Bob!
I second that!
Soooooooo cool! Bob your kids are going to love those beds!
3 years later i still love this video!
Those kids are spoiled what a great father😊
Why no Casper sponsor spot? Would've fit perfectly with the project.
I was thinking the same thing
He probably didnt/couldnt get 4 matresses.
Juho Leiniö hey don’t tell him tell Casper
Y’all have been watchin too much Woodworking for Mere Mortals
Evan and Katlyn already made this comment
What do I think ? That it's another awesome project Bob and your family is very lucky to have you :)
Great job. I helped my Dad build bunk beds when I was young. But , that's a whole other story. One improvement I suggested to my Dad when we built our bunks was reading lamps. We mounted porch lights on the wall with individual switches. I loved it.😁
You did all this for your kids, what a great dad. When I was little and was living in the refugee camp in Thailand, I didn’t have a bed, let alone a house.
Love the new intro!
I am so glad I finally got into woodworking and you have played such a huge role in that transition. Thank you, sir!
Those kids have the best dad!!
Hello mister Bob Sir, my name is Lizardo, and am one of 5 brothers (the oldest) and I particularly enjoyed this episode, and found it specially touching; because there was a time (many moons ago) when 4 of us shared a small room, however it was a much more modest set up, our dad built us the 2 beds allright, although in a much more basic and modest manner, as all he had was a hammer, a handsaw and lots of nails, and we did not have 4 beds, but instead we slept 2 brothers per bed. Nevertheless, that was a very special time for me, because I was together with my little brothers. Thanks for posting and sharing such a wonderful project sir.
never usually comment; but really like how you've introduced Josh and still keep yourself as the main part of the video. Great video as always! Keep creating great content :) Proud to be here since 400k
I was here since 12k
nice new intro man
Bob is the coolest dad, like if you agree
Between him and Aaron from RC Sparks channel, it's a tie.
Chris I like PewDiePie 😍
Agreed
Why not just raise the lower bed on legs..landlord might not like you cutting up her illegal diffuser ducts.. Jailhouse look bed rails? Yeah.. im a critic
@@bellalittlegamer7586 we dont care
Really cool idea. They look like floating beds. Impressive that they'll hold a human with such few supports.
New Intro plus a really good looking Project and my day's been made.
dude you're such a cool dad
I like the way you and Steve ramsey explain your projects. You guys are the best. We don' all have too of the line gear. I just want to thank you
Give this guy the dad of the year award
Woah, digging the new intro!!
Harkirat Verma me too! Looks real pro
I’ll be honest, I kinda want a bed like those! 😂 good work, and so cool for the kiddos!!
kyjeepguy a 2 person sized bunk bed xD
(For those that say) Then you wouldn’t have learned, or had that experience, and been able to share it with the world. I’m not planning to build anything like that but, I surely did enjoy watching you and the process. Thanks!
I have 3 girls and a boy and I remember when they were small and had double bunks in their room...they took.up so much space! Great design...and no worrries...no one with kids has a clean house! We like to call it lived in! (Especially w 3 boys!!)
I love the new intro ❤️❤️ Also a happy new year to all 🎉
Great new intro
"He's my favorite work guy." - my 6yo daughter
Aww :) Tell her I said thank you, please.
Too cute
Dude these boys have the coolest dad ever
The best part is we got to see a glimpse of your kid working with you 😀
+1 for the new intro!
Absolutely love the look of these! Nice job
You're a cool dad. My dad built my bed 40 yrs ago and built a bed for my son 20 yrs ago. Thanks for doing this video.
Lucky kids, you're a great dad and you've got an amazing house!
New intro, nice!
Cool Bunks
Now with *new* Intro! *new* assistant and *new* bunk beds. *plus* mini blooper roll on the outro. *extra fancy* Great video Bob. Luvvin' it.
You are literally the BEST DAD EVER.
i dont really build stuff but watching your videos really entertains me and gives me ideas for my future house. keep it up!
Great idea. big project. Keep it up you.
"And just so you don't think our house is this clean... it's not." ... and Subscribed! Keeping it real with 2 great projects I watched you do today, I'll be around a little more often! Keep it up!
Awesome! Thanks David!
Awww.😍 Your kids are so lucky to have a dad like you.😊
You are such a genius!! That looks so good! it has that little rustic look to it which really makes the details pop out. Thanks for providing such great content. And, How come all the time, your voiceover is perfect with no errors!??
Well, it’s far from perfect but I spend a lot of time retaking it to get decent sections 😀
Man. The only thing my dad made- was me wonder if he was actually going to do what he said. Your kids are lucky to have such a skilled father.
That whiteboard by the saw is ingenious
amazing, beautiful, great craftsmanship I loved every minute of this
The beds are really really cool (I waaaaaaaant one tooooooo)
This was one of the videos I watched prior to making my own loft bed! Thank you for the idea. Definitely very helpful ❤️
The iron on trim was a great tip! Didn't know that existed and now I know how to finish off a shelf or bookcase. Thanks, great video.
As someone who has slept in the bunk bed for over fifteen years, I love that you take into account the size of your kids and that that will not stay kids forever. Specially that they have space to move their heads cause that is an issue early in the morning when you have to hurry to school. I have no experience on woodwork, but I can say you are amazing and I deeply admire your work. Keep on being awesome and being such a great example to your kids.
it seems so easy to make stuff if you have the right tools/knowledge and materials but, at the end of the day, i'm gonna guess you are still tired from all the heavy lifting, measuring, cutting, assembling and so on...great job man, love your videos :D
I envy your kids, they have an awesome dad that can make them stuff! :) 1 question though, when you put on the slats are those fixed on each bed? I didn't see you nail them down or glue them
Forgot to show it but each slay is connected with a Brad nail on each end.
I Like To Make Stuff thanks! :)
Well done. I like that the kiddos watched you working on this. It sets such a powerful example for their grown up lives
omg when you showed the mess it made me feel so much better
Me: Dad can you build a loft be- Dad: Too expensive Me: I tried :/
Love new intro
Puerto Rico liked your bunk beds project. Congratulation!
I swear, for every envy I have for guys with skills like that, I will be uber rich 🤑. Exquisitely done.
Yay another year of I Like To Make Stuff :D
You sound like a *great father!!!*
Best Dad ever! Pretty sure your kids gonna their beds. Looks neat and sturdy man. Kudos!
hero Dad and instructor.thanks brother
Cool Beans
COOL BEANS!
COOL BEANS
Hi! Found your channel by chance while looking videos on building loft beds for adults. I find your videos clear and straightforward. Will continue to look up at your other videos too! :D
Wonderful Dad, great work.
You are the best dad in the world👌
be like bob. bob is smart if bob has and idea bob makes it bob doesn't sit it the corner and suck his thumb bob is a youtuber be like bob
Joshamie 14 be a KZheadr
Bob is also a builder
Jacob Cole he can do it
Great Video!! They look amazing and keep it up!!
The boy's room looks amazing really proud of you for making this beautiful thumbs up my friends WOW
Ur kids have an awesome dad
1 second I have to go take my dad's "Dad of the year 2018" trophy, add give it to this man!
Awesome beds wish I had them as a kid , you’re an awesome dad
Great bunkbeds!!! Sort of hints at being steampunk with the pipes. Looks great, but I can't imagine getting three kids in one room to ever go to sleep. Best wishes to your family.
I felt so much better after seeing how junky the room was. Now I think I can tackle this project 😁
Very awesome project don’t understand how you have any thumbs down, keep up the great work I wanna try some of your works. 🤙🏽
My version of this video would be me going to the shops and buying ready made bunk beds
I liked how the stairs serve as a supporting column... Smart.
Wow!! You did a fantastic job on those bunk beds!!
Surprised this wasn’t sponsored by Casper
I was thinking the same thing
Sooo cool new intro !
the natural skills this man has lol keep it up
I have been searching for bunks beds to work for my growing daughters ages 5 & 7. I plan on following your tutorial to make my girls bunk beds. I am sure they will love this look. Thank you
add pool noodles on the horizontal fall bars, else when the kids turn in their sleep, they don't hit their funny bone into hard pipe material... large dia pool noodles can also act as a filler material between the matress and the pipe, effectively slimming the open distance...
R u a builder like him ? Or do u just do that and think it's a good idea
I would love to make this for my house for the Grandkids bedroom! #3 on the way!
I hope those kids appreciate what u do for them. I wish i had a dad that could build me a kick ass bed. Sweet job, the first video i watched was the closet making
New intro is great. Keeping it fresh!
You made it look so easy. ☹️
I have 5 boys and need beds like that! But having built stand alone beds I'm committed now. I will say you'll want something to keep those slats in place. It's amazing how much they move around.
Yeah, forgot to video it but there's 1 brad in each end of each slat.
Okay, your workshop is multiple times the size of their bedroom. Priorities!!!!