Cheap Dog Bed DIY, Baby Mattress Upcycle

I turned an old baby bed mattress until doggy haven for my Presa Canario(100+LBs).

• 5 - 1x4x96" - $1.85 each = $9.25
• 2 - 2x4x96" - $2.53 each = $5.06
• 4 - 1x2x96" -$0.97 each = $3.88
• 1 - Baby Mattress - Free (from aunt)
• Wood Screws - Free (for old project)

-Total (approximately) : $18.19

• 13 - 1x4x6"
• 29 - 1x4x12"
• 2 - 2x4x28"
• 2 - 2x4x52"
• 3 - 1x2x54"
• 2 - 1x2x36"
• 2 - 1x2x32"
• 1- 1x2x52"

Use the 2x4x52 and 2x4x26 to assemble the base.

Make the front and back a 2x4x52 and the sides the 2x4x26.

Attach the 1x4x6 to the front board (one of the 2x4x52").

Attach 1x4x12 to side and back of the 2x4's.

Attach Trim Pieces (1-1x2x54" and 1-1x2x52") to the front and back panels.

Attach side railing trim pieces (1x2x32") to the top of the side panels.

Attach the front and back bottom trim pieces (2-1x2x54") to panels.

Attach the bottom trim pieces (1x2x36") to the side panels.

Made Slight modifications because the wood I bought wasn't the correct length but it still worked out and looked good.

Sand and Paint or Stain the wood. Make sure you clear coat it and allow it to dry for 3 days before allowing your dog to lay on it