How to make a low loft bed for a full size x-long mattress?

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Elsie

I have a very tiny bedroom. And my mattress is a full size extra long. Not sure how I can easily make what I want. I want something like this: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Charleston-Storage-Loft-Bed-with-Desk-White/12338217
I've never built anything before, so how hard would it be?
I like what they did here, and it's easy: http://www.ikeahackers.net/2012/07/besta-odda-loft-bed.html
It needs to either be completely empty underneath or have storage.The ceiling in my bedroom is very low, only about 7 feet high. How can I make this work? And how can I get it cheaply?

More examples:
http://www.sleepcollectionfurniture.com/19405Acme-WyattWhiteFinishLoftBed.html
http://www.wayfair.com/South-Shore-Imagine-Storage-Loft-Bed-and-Ladder--TH2081.html
http://www.wayfair.com/South-Shore-Tree-House-Twin-Loft-Bed-with-Storage-and-Ladder-3026A3-3069A3-TH2706.html
http://www.wayfair.com/Wildon-Home-%C2%AE-Henry-Loft-Bed-571554-CST14253.html
http://www.wayfair.com/Bolton-Furniture-Windsor-Twin-Low-Loft-Bed-with-Bookcase-and-Essex-Dresser-JON1164.html

--I also like the look of platform loft beds like the ones seen on Good Luck Charley and Drake and Josh.
http://hookedonhouses.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Teddys-bedroom-bed-on-platform-2-611x342.jpg
http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m1memrscz21r0i2kfo1_500.jpg

Answer
Nothing is easy. My first suggestion is that you toss the mattress as it severely limits your options. Order the loft bed you like the best and get a mattress that fits. IKEA furniture is easy to set up, but the instructions can be rather obtuse, if not confusing. The cartons the furniture comes in can be very heavy, so plan on getting help. Make sure you specify "In Apt. Delivery" or they might unload on the curb. Good Luck. Oh, by the way, without expensive tools and experience, this not a DIY project.

What color of furniture can I buy to match my mahogany platform bed?

Ozzie

The bed only came with the 2 nightstands, it looks very nice and sleek but I don't know what other color to use. I need a dresser or a 5 or 6 drawer chest for my clothes. The walls in my room are off white. Im trying to keep it simple and modern looking. Maybe a few frames in black/white pictures. Any help. Only serious replies.

Answer
Mahogany can go towards the red or brown shades so I wish there was a picture. There is a bedroom set in black that Ashley has that has a brown wood top and comes in two dressers and a wardrobe that you could try, but it is more cottage style with round feet. I would go black for a modern look. Wicker could go too. The furniture stores have such great deals now it is worth walking through a few and snapping some pics with your phone and holding it up at home. Remember you don't want to just like it - furniture is a long term commitment! Be sure you love it and it suits the storage needs you have. Otherwise, I often think it looks modern and streamlined to do a California closets type of treatment and have no dressers - just built ins. then you can put up some beautiful artwork or a mirror or a tv over an electric fireplace and play up the romance with the added spaciousness. A rug and chair in front of the fireplace is what I did and I love the feel.

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