How to Build a Waterbed Frame

Executive summary about a waterbed frame by Ezmeralda Lee

Things you'll need:

1. Hammer

2. Nails

3. Paper

4. Wood

5. Table saw

6. Wood stain

7. Wood glue

Instructions:

1. Get the proper measurements so you are sure to purchase the right type of wood at the right thickness and length. Get the wood cut at your local hardware shop. Single size waterbed dimensions are 48 inches wide by 84 inches long. Queen size water dimensions are 60 inches wide by 84 inches long. King size waterbed dimensions are 72 inches wide by 84 inches long.

2. Begin to build a waterbed frame. Connect all the frame pieces using wood glue, nails and, if you want it more secure, screws as well.

3. Create your frame first and connect together.

4. The pedestal must fit inside the waterbed frame.

5. The deck of the waterbed frame should be about ½ to a full foot longer and wider than the pedestal, is basically flat pieces of wood securely attached together and placed on top of the pedestal. Be sure this wood is sanded properly first.

6. Place the frame on top of the deck. Create the supporting legs of the headboard and attach to the frame. Attach the headboard to the frame and supporting legs.