So I Decided to Build a Bed: COMPLETED !!!
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Gain'in on it:
   
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Getting closer:

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First coat of finish applied today:

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I don't know what I like more the curve or the holding device.

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Pedder
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(03-16-2022, 01:57 PM)Pedder Wrote: I don't know what I like more the curve or the holding device.

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Pedder

Pedder: Yes, I am liking the curve: its a bold excursion from my usual orthogonal stuff. Good catch on the holding device: the footboard already had a very convenient 3/8" hole drilled through it, so some 3/8" threaded rod, nuts, and washers made the perfect stand for finishing. Good thing its only a full size bed: a queen/king size would have forced me to make a bigger bench
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#46
Started processing the 5/4 hard maple for the mattress support slats. The 5' long scraps will make nice stock for a bunch of picture frames. Getting closer....

   
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#47
Looking good!

When I made my kids' lofted bed I made the slats. And when I was sanding all those slats I was questioning why I didn't just buy the premade ones. Granted, I was using pine from the borg, so it isn't the greatest stuff to start with. And your bed is much nicer

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(03-29-2022, 04:36 PM)msweig Wrote: Looking good!

When I made my kids' lofted bed I made the slats. And when I was sanding all those slats I was questioning why I didn't just buy the premade ones. Granted, I was using pine from the borg, so it isn't the greatest stuff to start with. And your bed is much nicer

Thanks! Pre-made ones you say? Well, its too late for that option. Kind of surprising how much lumber I am going through to make this bed. I ended up buying over 50 bf of maple just for the slats. Beautiful clear stock: and it won't even be seen.
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Bed is complete:


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#50
Great job! Beautifully done. I like the small details like the tapered legs and pegs on the upper legs to secure the headboard.
Still Learning,

Allan Hill
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