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Upcycled Bed Frame

It’s always a blast when you can spend time with folks who get you, right? Well, you in for a treat as today is the last Tuesday of the month, which means it’s Trash to Treasure time! I’m being joined by my blogger friends to bring you new inspiration by creating with our finds. For me, this project is a couple years coming because I’ve had this upcycled bed frame idea in my noggin’ for far too long. Let’s get creative!

Bed Frames Found Curbside | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

BACKSTORY

Before we get to the DIY part of this story, let me give you the backstory. First, I often share many of my projects in the spring straight from the curb from my city spring cleanup haul. While you may think I sourced these this year, I actually think I’ve had these for about three years waiting in my dad’s barn. Why? Well, we were in the middle of remodeling a bedroom for our four daughters. I was hoping to take them and make them back into what they used to be…a pull-out bed like this to save space…

DIY Pull-Out Bed Design | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

However, because I’m recreating this to sell in my online shop because we ended up building custom bunk beds. With that, I’m aiming for a bit of a different vibe that anyone can enjoy using all reclaimed materials. {{yeah, baby!!}}

BUILDING

Okay, so Mr. O and I head to my dad’s barn to retrieve them and a few other things we tucked away while selling our home. While they were in a horse stall for the time, a lovely groundhog had fun burrowing under the outside wall beside them which resulted in a mound of dirt being built beside them. haha. As a result, they had a bit of dust on them, but none the worse for wear.

Vintage Bed Frames Before Upcycle | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

As you can see, there are two sets of end rails (or headboard/footboard). For today’s purpose, I’m only making use of one set for the time being. In addition, I’m not a newbie to making use of upcycled bed frame finds. You can see a headboard bench with French mattress HERE, or a bookcase headboard HERE and HERE, a headboard entry rack HERE, and also a footboard HERE.

First, I dig into my salvaged stash. I come up with three 2″ x 4″ boards I pulled off the curb and use as my wood storage rack for many years. As a matter of fact, I upgraded and built myself and huge, rolling storage bin I’ll share with you all in the future. Then, I pull out a side rail from a waterbed I also pulled off the curb and used the rest to build myself a weight rack HERE. Also, a post from our basketball hoop and a new board I have on hand. {{fist pump!!}}

Reclaimed Wood Daybed Building from Upcycled Bed Frame | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Furthermore, assembly is simple as I use my miter saw to cut to length, and then assemble using my pocket hole jig.

DIY Pocket Holes for Building Daybed with Upcycled Bed Frame | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

FINISHING

In addition to having just the right amount of wood, I also eyeballed by assembly. Meanwhile, I also check it for square and level and, y’all, I nailed it first try. woot! I guess I’m not too shabby in my old(er) age.

Leveled Upcycled Bed Frame Daybed | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Next, in order to make this all look cohesive, I paint the upcycled bed frame in a soft white I custom mix. Sigh…doesn’t that look less chaotic and soothing? This is only the first coat. After that, I let it cure and paint it a second time.

First Coat of Painted Daybed Made from Upcycled Bed Frame | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

TIME FOR A NAP

Finally, here is my upcycled bed frame put to good use as twin size daybed. It’s now ready for many more years of cozy.

Upcycled Farmhouse Daybed from Curbside Bed Frames by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #farmhouse #furniture #upcycled

Top View of Farmhouse Daybed from Upcycled Bed Frame by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #bedroom #diy #upcycled

The minute I set this up, my kids wanted to give it a test run. Can you blame them? I mean, who wouldn’t want to grab a book and curl up here for a long nap?

Side View Farmhouse Daybed Created from an Upcycled Bed Frame by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #diy #furniture #upcycled

Vintage Farmhouse Style Daybed from Upcycled Bed Frame by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #farmhouse #diy #trashure

Additionally, I’m happy to say that I even have the other frame to put to use as well. While I so wanted my girls to have these, they’re happy with their new bedroom. Likewise, I’m happy to have this bed finally finished.

Farmhouse Style Bedding on DIY Daybed by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #farmhouse #bedding

Antique White Daybed Built by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #woodworking #bedroom

Moreover, I love that there’s enough space below for a trundle, maybe some baskets for extra storage.

Vintage Antique White Bed Frame from Upcycled Materials built by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #vintage #farmhouse #bedroom

Naked Daybed Frame Built from Reclaimed Wood and Upcycled Bed Frame by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #buildit #diy #bed

SHARE

Before you go, tell me (1) would you have grabbed these frames (2) would you have built something different? Also, pin and share to inspire others to give DIY a try.

From curbside to farmhouse style daybed, this upcycled bed frame project is one to see by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #diy #upcycled #farmhouse #furniture

While you’re at it, I’m eyeing this thrifted wooden trivet into something new HERE.

Thrifted Wooden Trivet Before Upcycle | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

As a result, to see that and more be sure to sign up for my FREE newsletter. Before you go, head below for Trash to Treasure time!
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What is more, here are some more DIY projects like this upcycled bed frame:

From curbside underbed drawers to a rustic farmhouse workbench for kitchen or console. Larissa of Prodigal Pieces loves taking trash and turning it into #trashure . Come see the DIY details at prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #farmhouse #furniture #homedecor #shoppingA damamged dressing table is repurposed into an adorable chest of drawers with vintage truck and Country Roads Take Me Home by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #furniture #repurposed #upcycled #truck #vintage

Comments

  1. Dawn says

    Very nicely done! I love your pillow selections n the use of the chenille bed spread!
    I have 2 beautiful head boards….very vintage n very tall n I am itching to see them transformed ….. perhaps into a sweet bed for my upcoming first Great Grandbaby!
    Keep up the creativity….your children watching n learning will be developing great skills for their future. I say that from true experience. (Wink)🤗

    • Larissa says

      Thank you for saying so, Dawn. It sounds like you have a lovely idea and plenty of help. Have fun with it!

  2. Denise Zdziennicki says

    This is cozy perfection, my friend. What an amazing way to repurpose. I can see why your girls took the first opportunity to jump on it and snuggle up! Pinned! XOXO

    • Larissa says

      I needed a nap there, to be honest. haha! Thanks, Denise! 😀

  3. Niki says

    How cozy! I would most defiantly had taken the bed frames. Very fun idea. The pillows are perfect and the chenille bead spread is wonderful.

    • Larissa says

      They’ve all had much love and it’s fun for me to put them all together to stage. Thanks for the smile, Niki! 😀

    • Larissa says

      You are so sweet to say so, Lizzy. Thank you so much for the “hug”.

  4. Christy James says

    What a perfect use for these spindly pieces! I would have definitely grabbed them too! XOXO

    • Larissa says

      Thanks! I wish I could have used them for my daughters, but they love their new beds too.

  5. p says

    Such a sweet transformation ! I would have loved this in my room growing-up 🙂
    I admire your carpentry skills. I had found a nearby woodworking class, but it disappeared during covid. 🙁
    Still looking….
    Thanks for sharing the details !
    p

    • Larissa says

      OOh…I hope you can find one! I wanted to take carpentry in school, but they wouldn’t let me. Kept sticking me in Home Ec and Computers even though I could cook, sew, and code better than any of them. I always put it first on my choices of the three! But alas…

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