Notch- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Time
- 1.5–3 hours
- Cost
- $$
About this build
This dog bed/cat bed/pet bunk bed plan is perfect if you have two pets that need a snuggly place to sleep. This bunk bed is perfect for those who have a dog and cat especially, so your cat can enjoy sleeping up high.
Tools
Essential
- Drill / Driver
- Miter Saw
- Pocket Hole Jig
- Random Orbit Sander
- Table Saw
Materials
| Item | Qty |
|---|---|
| Plywood, 1/2" Thick Quarter Sheet | 1 board |
| Board, 2x2 96" | 1 board |
| Board, 1x3 72" | 2 board |
| Kreg Screws | 36 each |
| Wood Glue | 1 each |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber prices vary by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure we would only be pretending to know.
Cut list
| Part | Qty | T × W × L |
|---|---|---|
| Legs | 4 | 1 1/2" × 1 1/2" × 24" |
| Platform Bases | 2 | 1/2" × 24" × 24" |
| Sides | 6 | 2 1/2" × 24" × 24" |
What to buy
Buy 5 boards at 8 ft.
2 1/2" × 24"
2 boards
1 1/2" × 1 1/2"
2 boards
1/2" × 24"
1 board
Assumes 8 ft stock, a 1/8" saw kerf, and buying each part at its own width. Change the board size or kerf on the full board plan →
Instructions
1Build two platforms
Build two platforms for your pets to sleep. Attach side railings to platform bases with Kreg pocket holes.
2Attach Platforms Together
Attached the two platforms together with four legs and pocket holes.
3Add Cushions
Add cushions or pet beds for your pets to sleep.
4Get the FREE PDF plans
Get the full FREE PDF plans for the DIY pet bunk bed at https://www.charlestoncrafted.com/diy-pet-bunk-bed/
Tags
- Pets
- Beginner
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