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A wall-mounted 2x4 slat frame with no box, drawers, or headboard — a cleat bolted to studs and three L-shaped legs carrying 2x4 slats, for a genuinely built-in daybed.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leg back pieces | 3 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 37 3/4" | 2x4, 8 ft or stud length | ☐ |
| Leg base pieces | 3 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 10 1/2" | 2x4, 8 ft or stud length | ☐ |
| Leg cap pieces | 3 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 14" | 1x2, 4 ft | ☐ |
| Slats | 7 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 75" | 2x4, 8 ft or stud length | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 2x4, 8 ft or stud length | 9 each | ☐ |
| 1x2, 4 ft | 1 each | ☐ |
| Pocket hole screws, 2-1/2" | 20 each | ☐ |
| Wood screws, 2-1/2" or longer, for wall attachment | 16 each | ☐ |
| Brad nails, 1-1/4" | 20 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: 2x4, 8 ft or stud length, 1x2, 4 ft
Build three legs from the leg back, base, and cap pieces.
Tools: Drill / Driver. Materials: 2x4, 8 ft or stud length, Wood screws, 2-1/2" or longer, for wall attachment
Attach the back cleat directly to studs in the wall with 2-1/2" wood screws.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Pocket Hole Jig. Materials: Pocket hole screws, 2-1/2"
Attach the legs to the back cleat with pocket hole screws. At least one leg, preferably both outer legs, must land on a wall stud to keep the daybed from racking.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Drill / Driver. Materials: 2x4, 8 ft or stud length, Wood screws, 2-1/2" or longer, for wall attachment, Brad nails, 1-1/4"
Attach the slats to the legs with 2-1/2" screws. Cover exposed ends with plywood or wood planking for a more finished look if desired.