When I started researching wood furniture plans I kept coming across the term 'Loft Bed Plans'. At first I thought they were plans for a bed designed to go into the loft (attic) space, I thought this was a bit strange and was perplexed by the term for quite some time thinking that perhaps it was some design whereby one side of the bed was somehow suspended from the pitch of the roof rather than being supported by the floor. I asked several people (in England) what they understood loft bed plans to be and nobody I spoke to had ever heard of loft bed plans when talking about furniture woodworking plans.

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I soon discovered that in England loft bed plans refer to what we would call either 'high bed plans' or 'cabin bed plans' and they provide a useful space solution in a variety of situations although even more importantly they can be great fun and an interesting bedroom design feature.

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So for the people who are still confused as to what these plans actually are let me try to explain, quite simply a loft bed is like a bunk-bed but without the lower bunk. Although this type of bed is primarily targeted for the use of children it is an ideal solution wherever there is a lack of space i.e. a ships cabin hence the term cabin bed.

If you are considering trying your hand at home made furniture and you have children you should take a look at some loft bed plans, even if you are not too limited for space. Many children love having a loft bed especially if the space underneath the bed is not actually required for storage, the space can then be used as a den space for the child to make into their own private domain.

So now you know exactly what loft bed plans are get yourself a variety of them, arm yourself with a CAD plan viewer and sit down with your child and work together in adapting one of your loft bed plans to incorporate a custom designed den for your child, It's a great way for you both to get involved in a project together and is sure to bring you even closer to your child.

So take action and make a start, With the right help it's easier than you think.

What Are Loft Bed Plans?

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