attempting to DIY a platform bed (IKEA hack!)

Welcome back to my new series, Rach’s Rental! I’m so excited to share this journey with you as I start transforming my new loft apartment into the cozy space I’ve always dreamed of. Today’s project is a game-changer—I'm turning a basic IKEA Neiden bed frame into a Pinterest-inspired DIY platform storage bed. We're talking about adding serious storage and a custom look, all in one. This is just the beginning of my loft makeover adventure, and there’s so much more in store—so stay tuned! Brand partnerships: [email protected] Our Makeover Course: https://www.thesorrygirls.com/our-course Subscribe for more DIY's!: http://bit.ly/subthesorrygirls __________________________________ MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: IKEA Neiden bed frame: https://bit.ly/3MbO1Nd Gorilla wood glue: https://bit.ly/3AF94VU Varathane wood conditioner: https://bit.ly/4fSQiKX Varathane Early American wood stain: https://bit.ly/3WUKYxR Our blog - Platform bed build: https://bit.ly/3SXPryH __________________________________ VIDEO CHAPTERS: 0:00 - intro: welcome back & recap 1:12 - IKEA bed frame hack & platform bed plan 4:20 - picking up materials & lumber list 4:53 - building the shelf legs 6:20 - building the top platform 8:48 - assembling the shelves 12:08 - conditioning and staining the shelves 15:57 - building the new (higher) bed legs 17:40 - assembling bed 21:26 - IKEA trip 23:17 - final touches & styling 24:30 - reveal __________________________________ VIDEO CREDITS Host & Creative: Rachael Nyhuus Producer: Nina Pikula Creative Director: Emma Keat Production Assistant: Anne McCormack Video Editors: Nick Liske & Justin Abalos Social Media: Giuliana Rucchetto & Melanie Parkinson __________________________________ OTHER PLATFORMS @thesorrygirls everywhere! BLOG // http://www.thesorrygirls.com TIKTOK // https://vm.tiktok.com/bFtvUH/ INSTAGRAM // https://www.instagram.com/thesorrygirls FACEBOOK // http://www.facebook.com/thesorrygirls PINTEREST // http://www.pinterest.com/thesorrygirls VLOG CHANNEL // https://www.youtube.com/TheSorryLife click to never miss a DIY: http://bit.ly/subthesorrygirls __________________________________ Please note that we are not professionals and that all projects seen on our channel must be completed at your own risk. We do not take responsibility for any harm or injury that may occur. Be safe!