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@ 🇵🇦 Javier
2025-02-03 20:55:10
Hello! Three years ago, I created a special bed for my daughter. I'm thrilled to share a detailed video and PDF documenting the process along with hopes to inspire you to embark on a similar project!
*\*\*\*This is a first and also a test to see how I can upload #woodworking material on Nostr. I am not sure how the links, images, and PDFs will display, so hopefully, you get some interesting material for your late afternoon hobby shop. But don’t kill me if some images do not render well—I’m still figuring this thing out!*
**Montessori Bed Plans / Blueprints**
The accompanying PDF includes:
- All measurements
- Detailed views from every angle
- Final measurements part list
- Assembly steps
### Instructive Video! Process on how to make the Montessori bed
Video Here:
<https://vimeo.com/901623772/b8b5530386>
PDF Here(Picture below,and if some one has good tip on how to inset PDFs in Nostr, that feedback is welcome, to avoid Google links):
<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zCp1RvKOynx5kZxixAKSFLLOe8atyiRH/>
OK, let's dive in!
The Montessori bed featured in this video is not only simple but also durable, and you can create it on a budget right in your own home.OK, let's dive in!
**Tools by hand:**
- Circular saw
- Jointer Plane #7 or #8
- Spokeshave
- Workbench
- Handsaw
- Orbital sander
- Sandpaper #80, #120, #220, and #320
- Odies Oil or your preferred finish.
If you have power tools:
- Table Saw
- Jointer
- Planer
- Trimmer
**Materials:**\
I recommend using this list as a guide and exploring options with your local supplier.
- Base long connector (On picture "Larguero Base"): Quantity x 2, 2195mm x 75mm x 75mm
- Base short connector (On picture "Conector Base"): Quantity x 1, 1090mm x 75mm x 75mm
- Roof connector (On picture "Cumbre"): Quantity x 1, 1946mm x 75mm x 75mm
- Long top triangle connector (On picture "Conector Superior"): Quantity x 2, 1322mm x 75mm x 75mm
- Columns/Legs (On picture "Paral"): Quantity x 4, 1210mm x 75mm x 75mm
- Short top triangle connector (On picture "Lima"): Quantity x 4, 851mm x 75mm x 75mm
**Step #1 Dimensioning (Minutes 0:00 - 1:15):**\
We kick off with dimensioning. While I initially planned to use my home workshop, unforeseen circumstances led me to my friend Andrew's workshop. Each beam was carefully brought down to 7.5 cm x 7.5 cm, ensuring the largest measurement that worked for all.
**Step #2 Final Measurements (No video):**\
Refer to the provided PDF for final measurements. Make the cuts and joints with a circular saw and chisels (or a router).
**Step #3 Edges (Minutes 1:15 - 1:30):**\
Use a router with a quarter-round bit for curved and smooth edges or achieve the same result with sandpaper or a spokeshave plane.
**Step #4 Triangular Bases (Minutes 1:30 - 6:30):**\
This step involves gluing the triangular bases of the bed, utilizing a miter joint with wooden inlay keys. Epoxy is employed for joining, ensuring a swift and reliable outcome.
**Step #5 Legs (Minutes 6:30 - 7:00):**\
Create holes for the upper triangular base's dowels, ensuring level placement and extra depth. This step guarantees a secure fit.
**Step #6 Sanding (Minutes 7:00 - 7:30):**\
Comprehensive sanding, starting from #80 grit and progressing through #120, #220, and #320, sets the stage for a flawless finish.
**Step #7 Dry Assembly (Minutes 7:30 - 9:10):**\
Dry-assemble all components, making necessary adjustments for a seamless fit. We opted for wood screws for easy disassembly.
**Step #8 Finishing (Minutes 9:10 - 9:35):**\
Apply your preferred finish; in our case, we used Odies Oil with white pigment for a child-friendly touch.
**Step #9 Final Assembly (Minutes 9:35 - 10:32):**\
With the finishing touches completed, we assembled the bed with the help of my daughter, adding a touch of warmth with some lights.
Testing with this simple project to at least know if there are woodworkers in #nostr. Later will try to upload more, this was created almost 3 years ago :)
Until the next one,
J\
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