Friends this bed is better than I ever expecedited that I could DIY. While this project, like many projects require patience. This was an amazing project and I love it! Be sure to tag me @knapptime_crafts on IG if you redo this project! I love to share your creations as well.
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Above was my inspo for the space and the bed.
Materials:
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Paint (use my link KNAPP15 for 15% off!)
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Tape
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Drop Cloth
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Caulk
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Caulk Gun
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Paint Sprayer
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Dowels (I used about 50 dowels at 3/8”)
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Wood Glue
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Decorative trim (I used this to cover the seams)
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Clamps
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Step 1
The First things first we have to build all of the pieces. But not build it together. This took me about 30 mins.
Step 2
Once built the bed. I then measured and cut dowels to the size and length I need. I went with a 3/8” dowel. I then glued and clamped them down and allowed them to completely dry. (About 24hrs). This will also be where you add the decorative trim pieces.
Step 3
Once everything is completely dry! I think using the paint sprayer to apply the furniture/wood primer. I did about 3 coats to insure all wood grain was covered. I also went through a caulked all the edges that needed to be filled.
Pro Tip: I wish I would have done this in the being. I drilled in using screws into large planks and the bottom of the pieces we built. This stands up the parts we need stand up for even coats.
Step 4
Now that we have done the primer it’s time to paint. The paint I used needs several layers. About 3. Once we are done I let this dry overnight to ensure that the paint is 100% dry before adding top coat.
Step 5
While that drys I get the stair pieces and stain to my desired stain color. I ended up using Early American .
Step 6
Now that everything is dry. I then added a top coat of Polyacrylic in clear matte. Allowed that to dry for 24hrs.
Once dry! I put it all together and here is the final LOOK!!! Comment below what you think!
