Do you love to work or read in bed? Me too! This fun piece of furniture should help you do exactly that…and then roll it away while you sleep! This project is really simple and can be modified for an even easier build if you don’t have access to a saw.
Under $25
- Tape Measure
- Drill
- Sander – optional – you can hand sand depending on the boards you choose.
- Kreg Jig – optional – this allows you to hide your connections and form strong joints, however, traditional countersinking screws is always an option as well.
- Saw – optional – you can have your local lumber supply cut your boards and skip the beveled edge corners.
- 2 – 2×12 at 8′
- 2 1/2″ Pocket Hole Screws (if you are a Kreg Jig Owner)
- 2 1/2″ Screws
- 4 -2″ Casters
- Wood Glue
- Wood Filler
- Sandpaper
- Finishing Supplies
- 1 – 2×12 at 75″ Top
- 2 – 2×12 at 35″ Sides
Before beginning to build, always check in on my site to make sure you have the most up to date set of plans, I occasionally update and change the plans to make the building process easier or to allow for less expensive purchasing of materials! Read through the entire set of instructions and all comments before beginning this project. If you print out or save plans, be sure to check in on my site to be sure you have the most up to date set of plans, as I occasionally update things for ease of building or buying. If you are new to building, read through the GETTING STARTED section and other articles found under the BUILD tab in the menu on my site, it has valuable information about how to get started, tools and techniques. If you are unfamiliar with the finishing process, visit my Finishing school for some tips and tricks for painting like a pro and for special finishing practices. Use glue to secure your joints and Consider Painting or Staining individual sections prior to assembling. This makes the paint application virtually flawless. Coat with a spray on Poly or Wipe on Poly to protect your finish and your piece and it will last for ages. Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines, and be sure you follow safety protocol throughout your build. If you are unsure about whether you are building safely, run a quick online search for the tool or technique you are using, or contact me via email or post to the forum before you move ahead. My contact info can be found in the menu of my site.
Cut your boards to the appropriate length and bevel the outside edges on both sides of the top and one side of the legs at 45 Degrees. Fasten using your Kreg Jig set to 1 1/2″ stock or use 2 1/2″ Screws from the top down into the legs. This can be built without beveled edges, you would simply need to shorten the legs by 1 1/2″ if you plan to keep it the same height. Height is adjustable if you prefer more space between the bed and the table. Just be sure you account for this prior to cutting your boards.
Attach casters to the legs, and fill screws holes, sand and finish as desired! Easy Peasy…and so convenient for reading, working on a laptop or breakfast in bed!
Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School
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