Buying vs Building a Bed Frame with Storage
Before we dive into these DIY projects, let’s take a step back. Making a DIY storage bed frame isn’t for everyone, and it requires a few skills and a bit of DIY experience. If this is your first DIY project, sure, you can give it a shot, but you might save yourself some time and stress by buying a storage bed frame, or some under-bed storage boxes for your current frame.
What do You Need to Build a DIY Bed Frame with Storage?
As well as time and experience, you’ll need a few tools. If you don’t already have basic DIY tools like a table saw, hammer, drill, and painting supplies, you’ll spend more money on supplies, but you’ll also have tools you can use for future DIY projects.
Take a close look at the tutorials below and decide whether you have the space, time, skills, and tools needed to undertake these projects. If you do, great! If not, it might be something you can come back to after you’ve completed a few other DIY projects.
The Best DIY Storage Beds and Bed Frames
Now let’s take a look at these awesome ideas to de-clutter your bedroom and save hundreds of dollars on expensive furniture! We’ve organized them into categories so you can easily find:
- The best farmhouse DIY storage beds
- The best DIY bed frame with storage for kids
- Cheap IKEA-style DIY bed frames with storage
- DIY storage bed frames with wheels
- Vintage DIY storage beds
I wasn’t kidding when I said we’ve got something for everyone!
The Best Ideas for Farmhouse Style
Who doesn’t love farmhouse-style furniture? It’s timeless, classy, and adds a touch of elegance – just what you need for your bedroom! Get the white paint ready; these farmhouse DIY storage bed frame tutorials are calling your name.
DIY Platform Bed with Drawers
This platform bed from Woodshop Diaries has a farmhouse style and would make quite a statement in any bedroom. Free plans, a video tutorial, and lots of tips and tricks for making this awesome bed!
Bed Frame with Storage Trunk Footboard
The Schreffler platform storage bed is perfect for a small space because the storage area is at the foot of the bed. No trying to force open drawers at the side of the bed into a wall or other furniture! The headboard and frame are gorgeous, and the attached ottoman provides convenient bonus seating! Love this one! Free shipping too!
Kids Bed Frame with Storage and Trundle
Here’s a great storage bed for the kids. You can get this at Wayfair and no box spring is required. Also, we love the pull-out rolling trundle and 3 storage drawers. Available in white or grey and free shipping!
Start Your DIY Storage Bed Project Today!
Are you ready to give one of these storage bed projects a try? If you aren’t there yet, try our post on DIY under bed storage to add organization to your existing bed! Or try our DIY Bed Frames post! You may also want to check out DIY Kids Furniture and Bathroom Storage Ideas for Small Bathrooms over on our sister site, OhMeOhMy!
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