Looking for a carpenter/handyman who can build a custom bunk-bed?

[arnold40844]

Literally getting no where with this so I thought I would ask on here for suggestions.

I am decorating the kids bedroom over Christmas and am finding it difficult to find a bunk bed that fits in with my plans. I am not looking to spend silly money it just need to fit. i have checked IKEA, Next and several other companies but none fit in with my plans.

Any advice or recommendations would be most appreciated.

Thanks

[MJCM]

It would be more then handy for members to help if you could disclose your location.

[arnold40844]

It would be more then handy for members to help if you could disclose your location.

Good thinking MJCM. I am near Bangna.

[weegee]

And even better....go over your plan again...maybe it's that, what is wrong...

Anyhow....have a Merry Xmas, with the kids.

[steven100]

' who can build a custom bunk-bed ' .... good luck !!

[ubonjoe]

Moved to the Bangkok forum

[arnold40844]

Well you see the thing is, I have a double bed in their room and a single bed. My plan is to construct a bunk that goes over the double bed. I know you can get these, but i bought the beds and mattresses 6 months ago and dont really want to be getting rid of them just yet.

Having analysed the structural integrity and lateral torsional buckling ratios of available building materials, I am fairly confident that the plan is solid.

And even better....go over your plan again...maybe it's that, what is wrong...

Anyhow....have a Merry Xmas, with the kids.

[weegee]

Well you see the thing is, I have a double bed in their room and a single bed. My plan is to construct a bunk that goes over the double bed. I know you can get these, but i bought the beds and mattresses 6 months ago and dont really want to be getting rid of them just yet.

Having analysed the structural integrity and lateral torsional buckling ratios of available building materials, I am fairly confident that the plan is solid.

And even better....go over your plan again...maybe it's that, what is wrong...

Anyhow....have a Merry Xmas, with the kids.

Ok, so what you need to do is think Steel...Constructed by heaps of any welding shops everywhere. Draw a rough idea of what you want on paper and take to one of these shops and have them build it from 2 x 1 Box steel. You dont need to use heavy gauge...1.7 mm thickness should suffice. Do it in pieces so you can get through the doorways, and bolt together once you have it in place....This way you can paint it any colour the kids want yourself....Make sure you leave plenty of air room between the top and bottom bunks.

Hope this helps...

Edited December 18, 2014 by weegee

[Neeranam]

I was going to build my own and looked at any great designs like http://www.houzz.com/custom-bunk-beds

But I decided when I saw decent ones for 6000 baht it wasn't worth the bother

[weegee]

I was going to build my own and looked at any great designs like http://www.houzz.com/custom-bunk-beds

But I decided when I saw decent ones for 6000 baht it wasn't worth the bother

Yeah, i thought the same when i first read his post.....but he already has the beds...he just needs a sturdy (being kids) frame to mount the top bunk, i would think.

[arnold40844]

I was going to build my own and looked at any great designs like http://www.houzz.com/custom-bunk-beds

But I decided when I saw decent ones for 6000 baht it wasn't worth the bother

Yeah, i thought the same when i first read his post.....but he already has the beds...he just needs a sturdy (being kids) frame to mount the top bunk, i would think.

Thanks for your comment, definitely very helpful. I had not considered steel to be honest but it makes a lot sense. i am trying to do all this without my wife and kids knowing, they are going away for a 7 days to visit family, I have to stay in Bangkok for work. my initial concern is definitely my lack of Thai, I may have to hire a translator for the day.

[gerry123]

another grammer school boy bites the dust

[arnold40844]

http://webuycheaper.com/images/bunk-beds/Sunset-Metal-Twin-Loft-Bunk-Bed.jpg

This sort of thing would do the job I think.

[weegee]

http://webuycheaper.com/images/bunk-beds/Sunset-Metal-Twin-Loft-Bunk-Bed.jpg

This sort of thing would do the job I think.

Yes thats the strongest and best way...probably you dont need to be that elaborate though...depends on how much you are willing to spend.

Dont worry about not speaking Thai...just carry a handful of baht sticking out of your top pocket and they will understand, very quickly, what you want...lol.

Dont forget, if you dont get it started real soon, they will make you wait until after New Year....

[arnold40844]

http://webuycheaper.com/images/bunk-beds/Sunset-Metal-Twin-Loft-Bunk-Bed.jpg

This sort of thing would do the job I think.

Yes thats the strongest and best way...probably you dont need to be that elaborate though...depends on how much you are willing to spend.

Dont worry about not speaking Thai...just carry a handful of baht sticking out of your top pocket and they will understand, very quickly, what you want...lol.

Dont forget, if you dont get it started real soon, they will make you wait until after New Year....

I will put some drawings together of measurements and take a couple of pictures like the one above.

How much would you estimate this will cost? Any ideas?

[arnold40844]

another grammer school boy bites the dust

Crikey, is that a pun at my use of the English language?

[weegee]

http://webuycheaper.com/images/bunk-beds/Sunset-Metal-Twin-Loft-Bunk-Bed.jpg

This sort of thing would do the job I think.

Yes thats the strongest and best way...probably you dont need to be that elaborate though...depends on how much you are willing to spend.

Dont worry about not speaking Thai...just carry a handful of baht sticking out of your top pocket and they will understand, very quickly, what you want...lol.

Dont forget, if you dont get it started real soon, they will make you wait until after New Year....

I will put some drawings together of measurements and take a couple of pictures like the one above.

How much would you estimate this will cost? Any ideas?

If you use 2x1 Box (You can get galvanised in Thailand now) when you design...allow around 450-500baht for a 6 mtr length. That will get you pretty close without the labour costs...A good welder will tell you how many lengths to buy...

Edited December 18, 2014 by weegee

[arnold40844]

http://webuycheaper.com/images/bunk-beds/Sunset-Metal-Twin-Loft-Bunk-Bed.jpg

This sort of thing would do the job I think.

Yes thats the strongest and best way...probably you dont need to be that elaborate though...depends on how much you are willing to spend.

Dont worry about not speaking Thai...just carry a handful of baht sticking out of your top pocket and they will understand, very quickly, what you want...lol.

Dont forget, if you dont get it started real soon, they will make you wait until after New Year....

I will put some drawings together of measurements and take a couple of pictures like the one above.

How much would you estimate this will cost? Any ideas?

If you use 2x1 Box (You can get galvanised in Thailand now) when you design...allow around 450-500baht for a 6 mtr length. That will get you pretty close without the labour costs...A good welder will tell you how many lengths to buy...

That's really awesome mate. Thank you so much for your help and advice.

Im thinking I will use timber to make the bunk and just buy the steel frame. Not sure what to do about the ladder.

[arnold40844]

http://webuycheaper.com/images/bunk-beds/Sunset-Metal-Twin-Loft-Bunk-Bed.jpg

This sort of thing would do the job I think.

Yes thats the strongest and best way...probably you dont need to be that elaborate though...depends on how much you are willing to spend.

Dont worry about not speaking Thai...just carry a handful of baht sticking out of your top pocket and they will understand, very quickly, what you want...lol.

Dont forget, if you dont get it started real soon, they will make you wait until after New Year....

I will put some drawings together of measurements and take a couple of pictures like the one above.

How much would you estimate this will cost? Any ideas?

If you use 2x1 Box (You can get galvanised in Thailand now) when you design...allow around 450-500baht for a 6 mtr length. That will get you pretty close without the labour costs...A good welder will tell you how many lengths to buy...

That's really awesome mate. Thank you so much for your help and advice.

Im thinking I will use timber to make the bunk and just buy the steel frame. Not sure what to do about the ladder.

[weegee]

If you are smart you will have the ladder incorporated in with the steel work...Yes make the frame and then do the woodwork to suit. the ladder should be made to be removed when needed..

Good luck with the project...

Rgds

weegee

Edited December 18, 2014 by weegee

[gerry123]

another grammer school boy bites the dust

Crikey, is that a pun at my use of the English language?

no