House bed for boys and girls: step-by-step instructions for making it yourself

Difficult to transfer a child to the crib, which is not in the parent's bedroom. The problem is solved in different ways.One way is to build a sleeping structure called a house bed. You can buy a ready-made one, or you can make it yourself, for example, from lumber. And it’s several times cheaper than the store-bought option.

Drawings and implementation options

If we talk about diversity, it is huge. What is needed here is imagination and the ability to turn it into reality. The simplest example is a house bed in the truest sense of the word. This is a frame structure that outlines a house. There are walls and a roof. The frame is the base, everything else revolves around it.

For example, you can build storage spaces in the form of retractable drawers under the sunbed. You can make a floor version - it's good for kids. The likelihood of him falling out of bed is reduced to zero. You can build a two-story structure with two sleeping places. The same two-story building, only the first floor is floor-level and is used as a playroom, the second is for sleeping.

There is a model that is different from all others. This is a regular crib placed against the wall. On the last of the slats, the contours of the roof of the house with a chimney, an entrance to the attic and other attributes are constructed. There is no limit to the flight of fancy, which means there is no limit to the shapes and design features of the house bed.

But there is a limit to the size, because this bed is still a children's bed. Therefore, we offer 3 sizes that you can take as a basis when making a children’s bed-house with your own hands:

1. 160x70 cm.
2. 160x80 cm.
3. 190x80 cm.

The first two are for kids, the last one is for teenagers. If the house bed will be used for a long time, then it is better to choose the third position. The child will grow over the years, and it will not take long to change the sleeping place.

Now about the drawings and diagrams. First you need choose a bed shape. For example, will there be drawers installed in it or will it be a two-story structure. The simplest option is a one-story, no-frills bed-house. Let it not even be floor-standing. That is, the lounger will be raised above the floor by some small distance.

On a blank sheet of paper you need to draw a bed-house, or rather, its diagram with dimensions. For example, as shown in the photo below. It can be taken as a basis for production.

Step-by-step creation instructions

The entire process of creating a house bed is divided into 3 stages:

• preparatory;
• assembly;
• finishing.

You need to start building a bed in the form of a house by preparing materials and tools.

What tools and materials will be needed

Materials you need to prepare:

• block with a cross section of 50x50 mm;
• self-tapping screws;
• wood glue;
• steel perforated corners;
• antiseptic composition;
• paint or varnish.

From the tools:

• wood hacksaw;
• sandpaper;
• screwdriver;
• tape measure with pencil;
• square;
• hammer;
• drill with drill bit;
• miter box.

Lumber is needed of the highest, or in extreme cases, first grade - without knots, cracks and rot. A bed-house with a roof is still being built for children, so it’s better not to save money here. At this stage, it is recommended to sand the purchased lumber. When the house bed is ready, this will not be easy to do. Plus there is wood dust in the house, which will also be difficult to remove.

Trimming lumber and assembling the frame

The drawing clearly indicates the dimensions that must be transferred to the prepared wooden beam. What is a tape measure and a simple pencil used for? According to the dimensions applied with a hacksaw, the bars are cut and numbered in accordance with the numbers on the drawing diagram.

In the drawing, each element of the bed-house must be numbered. During the assembly process, it will not be difficult to find the desired element among a large number of bars of different lengths.

Basically, the cut will be straight, but the joining of the roof slopes of the house is made at an angle. Usually it is 45º, but there are no strict restrictions. The greater the angle, the lower the roof, and vice versa.

When cutting at an angle, a miter box is used - this is a carpentry tool in which grooves for a hacksaw are cut, located at different angles relative to the longitudinal axis of the device. If pruning is carried out at an angle of 45º, then you can do without a miter box by using a construction square.

Now you can assemble the frame of the bed-house. Here it is important to decide on fasteners - these will be screws and glue, or the latter with dowels. The first method is simpler because there are no preparatory operations. The frame elements are joined according to a scheme where the joining planes are coated with an adhesive composition. Then self-tapping screws are used - at least 2 for each joint. They can be screwed in directly or at an angle. The second method is better.

To strengthen the structure of the bed-house, the joints are supplemented with metal corners and strips. They are simply placed at the joint and secured to the frame elements with self-tapping screws of short length - no more than 35 mm. It turns out that the connection of 2 bars is made with three fasteners: glue, self-tapping screws and perforated steel elements. It's reliable.

The second method of fastening is on dowels.These are small round wooden blocks. Under them, holes are drilled in the joining planes with a depth equal to half the length of the dowel.

The process of joining 2 wooden blocks is as follows:

1. A hole for a dowel was drilled in one element of the house-bed frame.
2. Poured adhesive into the hole.
3. The dowel itself is inserted there until it stops; if necessary, a hammer is used.
4. Holes are also drilled in the second element to be joined, into which glue is poured.
5. The second element is attached to the first so that their planes are pressed tightly against each other, and the dowel enters the hole of the second.
6. The connection is fastened with a clamp for a tighter fit of the planes.
7. The bars should remain in this state until the adhesive composition dries completely; the drying time is indicated on the glue packaging.

Now, regarding the assembly of the bed-house. You need to start by making the end sides, the outlines of which indicate the house. These are 2 vertical posts that serve as both legs and bases for attaching the remaining parts of the structure.

They are laid on a flat base parallel to each other and fastened with two crossbars: the lower one is the base for the sun lounger, the upper one is part of the side railing. The lower one is located at a distance of 20 cm from the floor. The upper one is up to half a meter from the lower one.

The next stage of the step-by-step instructions is the formation of the roof slopes of the bed-house. They are installed to vertical posts at an angle. Next is the installation of protective elements between the lower and upper crossbars. This is best done at the stage of installing the top. First, vertical bars are installed that form the fence. They are attached to the lower cross member.Then the top one is mounted on them, which is attached both to them and to the side vertical posts. So, the side of the house bed is ready. We need to collect another one exactly the same.

Now they need to be connected to each other with several bars:

• 2 lower ones at the level of the lower crossbars of the sidewalls;
• 2 upper support posts at the level of the upper ends;
• one will serve as a ridge beam in the structure of the house.

Another block is installed at the level of the enclosing structure of the bed-house. But before its installation, as in the case of sidewall fencing, vertical fencing bars are installed, onto which a horizontal fastening element is mounted.

All that remains is to form the base for the mattress. For this, boards 20-25 mm thick and 70-80 mm wide are used. They are simply laid across the structure and attached to the lower bars of the frame with self-tapping screws.

There is another assembly option. To do this, a base for the mattress is separately made, which is then attached to the sides in finished form. Or the mattress frame is made separately, and the frame of the bed-house is assembled separately. Then the grille is simply placed inside - it will be removable. The approach to assembling a bed-house can be different. It's convenient for anyone here. But the goal is one - a durable and reliable piece of furniture.

You can add different elements to the design, making it more comfortable. For example, cover it with boards, clapboard, plywood or furniture board. This is no longer just a bed-house, it is already a full-fledged house that can be painted or decorated.

A wooden house bed for a child is ready. All that remains is to coat it with an antiseptic composition that will resist the appearance of colonies of harmful microorganisms on the wood. Next, varnish or wax is applied, preferably in two or three layers.Before applying the next layer, the previous one must dry.

As for storage places that would not be superfluous in a children's room. You can also make them yourself from plywood sheets. The drawers are located under the lounger, so you need to leave free space under it when making a house-bed. 30-40 centimeters will be enough.

It is better to make drawers on wheels. They will be a separate element that does not relate to the structure of the bed. But the wheels will leave marks on the floor over time. The lounger will be located higher, but not so much that this height causes big problems.

Two-tier model

Making a bunk bed house is also easy. Essentially, these are two single-tier frames covered with a roof. The sides are simply made higher so that two sunbeds can fit on them - one above the other. In this design, not only the height, but also the length changes, because you have to take into account the location of the stairs to the second floor. It can be played in different ways.

One of the options is a side staircase, which is made in the form of a hidden chest of drawers. Its risers are the sides of the drawers, which must be pulled to open the pull-out storage area. The lower the level, the larger the box.

Bed house with loft

This is also a two-tier structure, only the sleeping area is on the second floor. And the lower area is the playing area. This is an ideal model for a small apartment, because there are two zones on one small area.

A bed with a loft is being built exactly the same as a bunk room, it is also a double room. Only the mattress rack at the bottom is missing. You can not just play here, you can even organize a place for themed games.

You need to place a small table and chair, next to it there is a bedside table on which pencils, an album, board games, etc. are located. This play area is small, but for one child, not a teenager, it will be just right.

Decorating a bed-house

The options for designing a bed house are endless. The basic model is a structure coated with colorless varnish on which lies a mattress, blanket, bedspread and pillow. It's boring.

You can use colorful bedspreads and pillows, but this will only solve the problem temporarily. After all, a bed-house is a place of rest where a child not only sleeps, but also learns something. Therefore, it is worth considering several design options with photographs for clarity.

For boys

One of the popular design themes for boys is nautical. To do this, you need to paint the bed-house in a sea color, hang pictures with a seascape and ships on the wall. Find stencils with starfish and skates, apply them to the walls or cut them out of paper, paint them and hang them on the frame bars.

In the store you can find themed toys on this topic. The same steering wheel is also for sale. They can be arranged and hung, creating a nautical interior for the room.

Military themes are also popular. The bed-house can be designed in the form of an army headquarters or a military tent. To do this, you will have to sew or buy a tent of a protective greenish color. There is no need to register anything inside it. But outside we need to come up with a military ambiance. For example, hang models of airplanes on the ceiling, install a lamp in the form of a kerosene lamp on the floor, and pictures of military equipment or toy weapons on the walls.

This design is convenient because the fabric tent is removable.You can always take it off and wash it if it gets dirty, and back again.

Automotive themes are another popular option. This could be like the car itself or the garage. To convert a bed-house into a car, you need to buy special curtains, as shown in the photo below. They are attached around the perimeter of the frame, and from the outside the bed immediately looks like a car.

The garage is designed differently. Not everyone may like it, but some boys are willing to do anything to tinker with their dad in the garage. A bed-house in this style will make your dream practically come true.

For girls

A princess is the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about decorating a bed-house for a girl. Delicate tones, thin fabric, flowers, lace, etc. - all this fits into the design. Even the simplest design can become a princess's sleeping place. Pink color and a transparent bed cover are all you need to transform an ordinary wooden structure and make it your daughter's favorite place.

No frills, everything is modest but effective. Lots of air, space and soft colors.

The gentle turquoise background also looks unusual. Especially if you combine it with a mountain theme. Mountains with snow caps painted on the surface of the wall will emphasize the contours of the house bed, which is decorated like a tent. Turquoise color sets off white. Both shades create an airy atmosphere. This is complemented by white transparent tulle that covers the entrance to the tent. Lamps, toys, clocks and paintings - everything definitely emphasizes the mountain theme.

A bed-house in the form of a summer gazebo is another and not the last option. Here you can play with colors, patterns and other design elements. The main thing is to accurately create the illusion of being in the gazebo.For example, in the photo below there is a frame covered with fabric with a star pattern. It seems like nothing unusual, but the gazebo looks original. You can close the curtains and find yourself inside the house. A kind of transformer.

Before you make a children's bed in the form of a house, you need to imagine the end result. That is, how it will finally look - in paints, drawings and other accessories. Only after this proceed to the implementation of the project.

Of course, after assembly and decoration, you can complement the design of the bed and the interior of the children's room. But it’s better to record for yourself how it will look after finishing.

Dear readers, how many of you have built a bed-house for your child or at least tried to do it? Answer in the comments what you did, how the assembly process went, from what, what materials and tools did you use? Everything will be interesting.