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A minimalist Scandi-style dog bed made from treated Pine planks.
The project
I built a new bed for our dog. This bed is a kid's bed I scaled down to size.
If you look up Montessori kids' beds, there are plans and a guide. I bought a Kmart mattress and built the frame to fit it.
I used Kreg pocket screws on two types of dressed Pine planks. The bottom pieces are slightly thicker than the frames. I could have built it with slats at the bottom but I left it empty, as the dog mattress just sits under it on the floor.
I'm just a beginner and I learned everything in terms of using the jig on YouTube. You definitely need a Mitre Saw to cut the 45-degree angles. I got a Kreg jig to attach the wood but there are other methods like dowel or just normal wood screws and glue.
Because the bed sits indoors I didn't treat the wood, and left it bare. I guess some Danish Oil wouldn't hurt but I liked the stock colour and texture.
More inspiration for your pet project
Community member LePallet created this Large dog bed using recycled pallet timber, making a useful and relaxing space for the family pets.
Workshop member poppop used chrome curtain rods and wood to create this Indoor dog kennel.
You can find more top ideas in our D.I.Y. projects for pets. If you are specifically looking to build a home for furry friend, check out the step-by-step article and video on How to make a dog kennel.
