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A solid 4x4-post queen bed with slatted 1x12 headboard and footboard panels, joined with pocket screws. Heavy, simple, and built to last.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Posts | 4 | 3 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 72" | 4x4 | ☐ |
| Headboard/footboard rails Headboard top and bottom, plus footboard top. | 3 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 58" | 2x6 | ☐ |
| Headboard slats Trimmed to 23-3/4" to conserve wood; does not affect strength. | 4 | 3/4" × 11 1/4" × 23 3/4" | 1x12 | ☐ |
| Footboard slats | 4 | 3/4" × 11 1/4" × 12" | 1x12 | ☐ |
| Footboard bottom rail | 1 | 1 1/2" × 9 1/4" × 58" | 2x10 | ☐ |
| Side rails | 2 | 1 1/2" × 9 1/4" × 80" | 2x10 | ☐ |
| Cleats Optional — carries the mattress slats. | 2 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 80" | 2x4 | ☐ |
| Mattress slats Optional — quantity and spacing depend on your mattress. | 12 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 60" | 2x4 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 4x4, 8 ft, untreated Posts, cut to 72". Untreated — this is indoor furniture. | 4 each | ☐ |
| 2x6, 8 ft (or stud) Headboard/footboard top and bottom rails. | 3 each | ☐ |
| 1x12, 6 ft Headboard and footboard slats. | 2 each | ☐ |
| 2x10, 8 ft Footboard bottom and side rails. | 3 each | ☐ |
| 2x4, 8 ft (or stud) Cleats (optional). | 2 each | ☐ |
| Pocket-hole screws, 1-1/4 in | 1 box | ☐ |
| Pocket-hole screws, 2-1/2 in For the thick 2x stock. | 1 box | ☐ |
| Construction screws, 2-1/2 in For the cleats. | 1 box | ☐ |
| Bed-rail brackets Optional but recommended — lets the bed knock down for moving. | 1 set | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 1 bottle | ☐ |
| Finish or paint | 1 quart | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.