🛏️Transforming a teenage room into a chill-out zone is easy with a DIY platform bed.
🔨IKEA's Eket product line offers a variety of modular storage cabinets perfect for this project.
📐Careful planning and consideration of dimensions are essential for a successful build.
🛠️Building a sturdy framework using 2x4s and cabinets ensures stability and support.
🛋️Adding finishing touches like a cozy carpet, wall panel, bedside lamp, and decor enhances the overall aesthetic.
How much did this project cost?
—Emma was able to complete this project on a budget of less than $800, including the cost of materials and furniture from IKEA.
Can I customize the design to fit my room's dimensions?
—Yes! IKEA's Eket product line is highly versatile, allowing you to combine different elements to create a customized design that fits your room perfectly.
Is this project suitable for beginners?
—While some basic DIY skills are necessary, this project can be completed by beginners with the help of detailed instructions and planning tools provided by IKEA.
How long does it take to complete this project?
—The project can be completed within a weekend, making it a perfect DIY project for those looking to transform their teenage room quickly.
Can I modify the design to accommodate a different bed size?
—Yes! The framework and storage cabinets can be adjusted to fit different bed sizes, making this project adaptable to your specific needs.
00:10Emma, a fourteen-year-old, wanted to create a cool platform bed with a chill zone in her teenage room.
00:19IKEA's Eket product line, known for its versatility and modular storage cabinets, was the perfect choice for this project.
00:32The size of Emma's room and the dimensions of the queen-size mattress were considered during the planning phase.
01:13Emma purchased 12 individual elements from IKEA's Eket product line, costing less than $800 in total.
01:21The first five elements of the Eket series were assembled and placed according to the floor plan.
01:27Additional cabinets were placed individually to provide support for the platform and hold the bed in place.
01:55IKEA's Eket planning tool was utilized to easily combine different elements and create a perfect configuration for the project.
02:14Supporting vertical attachment was added to the wall using two by fours, ensuring stability for the slanted frame of the bed.
