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A moulding-trimmed daybed with tapered end legs, scalloped MDF side panels, and a full slat platform between two panelled end frames.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| End panels | 2 | 3/4" × 27" × 40 1/2" | 3/4" MDF or plywood, 1 sheet | ☐ |
| End legs Ends tapered. | 4 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 34 1/2" | Pine 1x2 | ☐ |
| Bottom panel trim | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 37 1/2" | Pine 1x3 | ☐ |
| Side legs Ends tapered. | 4 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 34 1/2" | Pine 1x3 | ☐ |
| Tops of ends | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 42" | Pine 1x3 | ☐ |
| Panel trim, outside | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/4" × 37 1/2" | 2-1/4" base moulding, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Panel trim, inside | 2 | 3/4" × 2 1/4" × 40 1/2" | 2-1/4" base moulding, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Scalloped side panels | 4 | 3/4" × 15" × 15" | 3/4" MDF or plywood, 1 sheet | ☐ |
| Siderails | 2 | 3/4" × 9 1/4" × 75" | Pine 1x10 | ☐ |
| Cleats | 2 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 75" | Pine 1x2 | ☐ |
| Slats | 14 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 39" | Pine 1x3 | ☐ |
| Siderail trim | 4 | 3/4" × 2 1/4" × 73" | 2-1/4" base moulding, 8 ft | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 2-1/4" base moulding, 8 ft | 6 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 1x10, 8 ft | 2 each | ☐ |
| 3/4" MDF or plywood, 1 sheet | 1 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 1x2, 8 ft | 4 each | ☐ |
| Pine, 1x3, 8 ft | 11 each | ☐ |
| Wood filler | 1 each | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 4 oz | ☐ |
| 1-1/4" and 2" nails | 1 box | ☐ |
| 1-1/4" screws | 1 box | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Jigsaw. Materials: 3/4" MDF or plywood, 1 sheet, Pine, 1x2, 8 ft, Wood glue, 1-1/4" and 2" nails
Use 1-1/4" nails and glue to fasten the 1x2 end legs to the end panels, keeping the side and top edges flush. Taper the legs with a jigsaw — just a slight taper is enough, and keep it consistent since the side legs will also be tapered.
Tools: Brad Nailer. Materials: Pine, 1x3, 8 ft, Wood glue, 1-1/4" and 2" nails
Use 1-1/4" nails and glue to fasten the bottom panel trim in place, keeping the bottom edges flush.
Tools: Brad Nailer. Materials: Pine, 1x3, 8 ft, Wood glue, 1-1/4" and 2" nails
Use glue and 2" nails to fasten the tapered side legs to the panel and the end legs, nailing all the way down the end leg.
Tools: Brad Nailer. Materials: Pine, 1x3, 8 ft, Wood glue, 1-1/4" and 2" nails
Attach the tops of the ends with 2" nails and glue, keeping edges flush with the side legs.
Tools: Brad Nailer. Materials: 2-1/4" base moulding, 8 ft, Wood glue, 1-1/4" and 2" nails
Cut the outside and inside moulding trim to fit the end panels and attach with glue and nails.
Tools: Jigsaw. Materials: 3/4" MDF or plywood, 1 sheet
Use the layout points given to draw the arched, scalloped shape and cut out with a jigsaw. Once one side is cut, use it as a template for the remaining three.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: Pine, 1x10, 8 ft, Pine, 1x2, 8 ft, Wood glue, 1-1/4" and 2" nails
Drill pocket holes in the scalloped side panels and attach to the siderails. Then use 1-1/4" nails and glue to attach the cleats to the siderails.
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: Pine, 1x3, 8 ft, 1-1/4" screws
Assemble the end panels with the siderails, then lay the slats on top of the siderails and screw down with 1-1/4" screws.
Tools: Brad Nailer. Materials: 2-1/4" base moulding, 8 ft, Wood glue, 1-1/4" and 2" nails
Measure and cut the siderail trim to fit, then glue and nail it to the siderails with 1-1/4" nails.