Heirloom Cherry Bed

Create an heirloom-quality cherry bed with this downloadable woodworking plan featuring knock-down joinery and detailed instructions.

Build a timeless bed from solid cherry that reflects your craftsmanship and becomes a treasured piece for generations. This downloadable woodworking plan walks you through each step to create a classic queen-size bed frame with clean lines, durable joinery, and refined details that elevate any bedroom.

The design allows for easy customization—full dimensions and instructions are included to adapt the plan for twin or full-size mattresses by simply adjusting the length of the side rails and the width of the headboard and footboard.

This project is as practical as it is beautiful. It uses knock-down fasteners to securely attach the rails to the headboard and footboard, allowing for quick assembly and disassembly without tools. That makes it easy to move or store the bed without compromising strength or stability.

A simple jig and hand-held router make cutting mortises for the slats a straightforward process, even for intermediate woodworkers. The bed also features elegant bullnose profiles that match the accompanying cabinet designs in the collection, creating a cohesive, high-end look.

From cutting long tenons on the headboard rails to perfecting joinery details, this project offers satisfying challenges and professional results. Whether you're building it as a personal project or a family heirloom, this solid wood bed is a statement of skill, tradition, and timeless style.

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What You Get:

  • 15 printable (digital) pages of step-by-step instructions
  • More than 90 full-color photos, illustrations, and exploded views
  • A technique article on routing through mortises ensures your success
  • Cutting diagram, materials list, retail sources for hardware

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