Turn A Basic Closet Into An Amazing DIY Loft Bed Thanks To This TikTok Creator

As the TikTok video shows, begin the DIY by demoing out any existing closet storage to leave a blank canvas for the project. Next, use a stud finder to locate all studs along the closet walls and mark them. To determine the height of the loft bed, be sure to measure the hanging clothes or other items you intend to store underneath to ensure you have enough space. The TikTok DIY looks to have the bed mounted about three to three and a half feet from the floor.

Now that the space is prepped, cut two 2x4s to the width of the closet and secure them at your desired height to all studs on the back and front walls. Repeat for the two side walls, securing them to the side walls and other 2x4s. Cut at least two 2x4s to act as slats to support the underside of the bed, then use a jig and these TikTok tips to create perfect pocket holes to secure the slats into place between the front and back boards. Once the 2×4 support structure is in place, cut a sheet of plywood to sit on top and secure it to the boards, creating the base for the mattress. Finish the project with a decorative front trim board to cover the plywood base and a wood safety rail on one side for security.