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Day Bed

A day bed conserves floor space in a small room and serves as a couch when guests don't need it.

Room by Room : Episode RXR-2309 -- More Projects »
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Watch the Video: Build a day bed that serves as a couch or a bed when overnight guests are in town.
Materials:

table saw
miter saw
MDF (medium-density fiberboard)
4 bun feet
4 metal brackets
drywall screws
twin mattress
paint or fabric

Steps:

1. To build the outer frame, cut two side rails (10" x 76") and two end rails (10" x 37"). Cut two larger pieces of MDF to fit inside the frame to create the platform the mattress will rest on.
2. Cut 1x1 cleats to support the platform and install them 1-1/2 inch down from the top along the side and end rails. Leave a gap along the side rails approximately 24 inches from each end to allow two cross pieces to be installed to support the center of the platform boards.

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3. To hold the cross supports, attach more 1x1 cleats 1-1/2 inch up from the bottom around the perimeter (figure A). Cut the two cross supports.
4. Flip the day bed over and attach a metal bracket to each corner on the outer edge of the frame. Screw the feet into position. Turn the day bed back over. Slide the cross supports into position and slide the platform pieces into position to check the fit.
5. Paint or upholster the day bed frame (staple batting over the frame, and then cover it with fabric) as desired.

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