Guys I’m LOVING this fun outdoor DIY project! It was an easy DIY (which makes everything better) and it’s ready just in time for summer! Let me show you our Outdoor Easy DIY Hanging Bed.
Easy DIY Hanging Bed
We purchased a bunk bed for our 2 oldest kiddos over 10 years ago. It’s gone through different kids throughout the years. Most recently it was in our youngest daughter’s bedroom but at 10 she was ready to get rid of one bed and just wanted a single in her room. So why not turn that extra twin bed into a hanging bed?
I decided to leave the legs on in case we want to use it as a bed again. It’s hanging from one of our pergolas about 6 inches off the ground.
Here’s how we did it!
Supplies used to turn a Twin Bed into a Hanging Bed: {affiliate links included for your convenience}
- Four 3/8″ Lag Thread Screw Hook
- Four Hook/Hook Turnbuckles
- Four Eye Bolt Screw Thread
- Four 8′ pieces of thick chain
- drill
- drill bits
Start by drilling a pilot hole in the tops of your twin bedframe. Make sure the drill bit is smaller than your hooks – so it can grip and hold strong.
Twist in the lag thread screw hooks until the threading is all inside the wood.
We drilled pilot holes onto the tops of our pergola posts. Then we twisted in the eye bolt screws into those holes. Then attach the hook/hook turnbuckles to the eye bolt screws in the tops of the pergola.
Then take the 8′ chains and connect everything.
I got some fun summer pillows with navy and aqua blues (I’m loving that combo).
Such a fun spot to enjoy! My youngest laid out on the bed last night as she did her reading homework. I can see many hours in the next months spent here.
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Akib says
July 9, 2017 at 11:03 amThe best place to see stars at night. And it’s very romantic too. Really appreciate your creative idea. If you have ideas about creating garden decoration stuff please make an article for it.
Crystal Green says
June 4, 2016 at 6:55 amNever in a million years would I have thought to do this, but it’s an ingenious idea! If I had a front porch big enough to do this, I’m be hounding my husband to make me one of these.
Thank you for sharing this with us on the #HomeMattersParty. We hope to see you again when we open our doors at 12 AM EST on Friday.
Erlene A says
May 29, 2016 at 2:56 pmWhat a fun project. I actually have a twin bed frame in my garage and this has given me some ideas on putting it to use. Thanks for sharing this on Merry Monday.
marjan says
May 25, 2016 at 7:27 pmThis is absolutely awesome!
Marie, The Interior Frugalista says
May 24, 2016 at 1:52 pmOh Maryann, do I love this patio DIY. That would be dangerous on my patio because I don’t think my head would leave the pillows all summer, except for bathroom breaks and drink refills!
Debbie @ Refresh Restyle says
May 24, 2016 at 7:20 amPerfect spot for reading and so easy! Love it, pinned it!
Meg says
May 23, 2016 at 6:53 pmOh my goodness, this looks like so much fun! Love the navy and aqua you used to decorate it, too!
DeDe @Designed Decor says
May 21, 2016 at 5:53 amThis makes a great porch statement! I love the idea and now I wish I had a porch! It looks great and such a simple way to add a swing!
Cher @ Designs by Studio C says
May 20, 2016 at 3:57 amI love this bed! What a comfortable place to relax – it looks so inviting!
gail says
May 19, 2016 at 6:23 pmwow! what a fun project Maryann! I didn’t expect it to really be “easy”. Super fun project for the kiddos to enjoy all summer long!
gail
Wendi @ H2OBungalow says
May 19, 2016 at 5:05 pmI think I’d be on that swinging bed a lot and I can picture how relaxing star gazing would be! Cool project!
[email protected] says
May 19, 2016 at 9:27 amWhat a great use for a twin bed. I’d probably spend half of my summer on it enjoying a good book!
Amy says
May 19, 2016 at 7:36 amWhat a fun idea! It is so cute too. I bet it’ll be well used.
Maryann @ Domestically Speaking says
May 19, 2016 at 9:40 amThanks Amy!
Mindi says
May 19, 2016 at 6:51 amThis is so fun!! My kids would love to have one of these, I love the pillows too! Awesome project!
Maryann @ Domestically Speaking says
May 19, 2016 at 9:41 amThanks Mindi… Yes – I scored those pillows at Marshalls – I’ve been tempted to put them on our sectional in the family room.
Christy @Confessions of a Serial Do-it-Yourselfer says
May 19, 2016 at 5:56 amSeriously how fun is that?? I want to lay out there and read too! XO
Maryann @ Domestically Speaking says
May 19, 2016 at 9:41 amRight – perfect place to escape Christy!
Kim Six says
May 19, 2016 at 5:43 amThis is so cool! It is like the best.hammock.ever! Gorgeous!
Maryann @ Domestically Speaking says
May 19, 2016 at 9:41 amThanks Kim!
Jeanie says
May 19, 2016 at 5:29 amI absolutely adore this! If I had a place to put one, that’s where I’d always be!
Maryann @ Domestically Speaking says
May 19, 2016 at 9:42 amThanks Jeanie – I’m really looking forward to using it 🙂