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    Triple Bunk Bed
    6y
    DadOfFour
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    • Such an awesome design! Your boys are going to enjoy this for years to come!
      By RYOBI Nation, on January 4, 2017
      • Thanks, it was a really fun build!
        By DIYDadOf4, on January 4, 2017
    • This is freaking awesome!! Do you have an instagram?
      By Smashingdiy, on January 4, 2017
      • Thanks, no I do not have an Instagram. Mostly I just build for my family and friends, this is the first project I have ever posted socially :)
        By DIYDadOf4, on January 4, 2017
    • Such a creative idea!
      By Treesong77, on January 4, 2017
      • Necessesity is the product of invention :)
        By DIYDadOf4, on January 4, 2017
    • Well you should post more! I'm loving this design!! Maybe we can collab and I make some plans for this!! :)
      By Smashingdiy, on January 4, 2017
      • I "build"everything in Sketchup before starting projects and in my larger projects I make cut lists. I do try to make them accessible if anyone wants to make them :)
        By DIYDadOf4, on January 4, 2017
    • I would love to see the plans and make this myself!
      By Smashingdiy, on January 4, 2017
      • Sure, although you need SketchUp (free I think) and someway for me to get them to you. They are in 3D model form not nessarily plan form, just FYI :)
        By DIYDadOf4, on January 7, 2017
    • Excellent beds for saving space
      By Norgie, on January 7, 2017
      • Thank you! It's doing a great job so far!
        By DIYDadOf4, on January 7, 2017
    • Love it! You know little sis is going to want a bunk someday too. Start planning the addition. ;)
      By Susan D, on January 8, 2017
    • Love it! You know little sis is going to want a bunk someday too. Start planning the addition. ;)
      By Susan D, on January 8, 2017
      • Already thinking about it! :)
        By DIYDadOf4, on February 11, 2017
    • Voted again today! Wish I would have had these bunks about 10 years ago!
      By Norgie, on January 8, 2017
    • I have sketchup..heres my email handmadehavenn@gmail.com
      By Smashingdiy, on January 9, 2017
      • Sent :) there where some on the fly alterations. I do know there is a 37" measure that is actually 39", they are a few cross bars but I'm not exactly sure where I'm the plan.
        By DIYDadOf4, on January 11, 2017
    • Very nice. You should do well in this contest. Great work.
      By schmidtbuilt1982, on January 11, 2017
      • Thank you, I'm loving your solar pole barn too!
        By DIYDadOf4, on January 11, 2017
    • Fantastic
      By 3Boone, on February 7, 2017
    • No way. Not without rails ...
      By user_miller_523394, on February 10, 2017
      • There are rails on the top. The middle bunk is protected as well.. additionally, since it is diy rails can always be added :)
        By DIYDadOf4, on February 11, 2017
      • Those are far from legal or practical rails. Your kids never roll out of the bed?
        By user_miller_523394, on February 11, 2017
      • No, my kiddos are fine. As I said, it can always be adjusted. The beauty of building your own projects :).
        By DIYDadOf4, on February 11, 2017
      • Thanks again for your comments. If you have any questions concerning the build, materials or process I'd be happy to answer them. I do believe the safety factor has been covered so we can move on. Happy creating!
        By DIYDadOf4, on February 13, 2017
    • Sorry, I think there needs to be rails on this project? A small child falling from that top bunk could be seriously injured.
      By agbiz85, on February 10, 2017
      • These pictures may not represent the rail spacing very well. I had designed this with recommended rail gaps compared to commercially available metal and wood frame bunks. My three boys love this bed and have had no issues with possible falls.. That being said, any "children's climber" over 36" in height needs to have 4" of general padding or approved landing area in a commercial environment. Fortunately this is my home and my kids are very happy with how it is. Recently we even had 9 kids ranging in ages 3-10 climbing all over it for a few hours. Other then the room feeling like a sweaty kid sauna, we had no issues :)
        By DIYDadOf4, on February 11, 2017
    • Can you send the plans to jayson.england@gmail.com ?
      By Theory249, on February 11, 2017
      • Sent, let me know if you have any questions. You will need Sketchup to view the file.
        By DIYDadOf4, on February 11, 2017
      • I would like to have the plans as well.
        By user_severance_2588662, on January 16, 2023
    • Congratulations Jace a wonderful job!
      By Norgie, on February 11, 2017
    • This is awesome, I have three boys in a room and have been wanting to do something similar! I love your design, I have sketch up if you don't mind sending over the plans? Maybe someday I could actually get this done! Mindi@MyLove2Create.com Thanks!
      By MyLove2Create, on February 21, 2017
      • Sorry for the very late reply! I’m happy to send the project plans.
        By DadOfFour, on December 28, 2017
    • Love these can you send the plans to me ztcane@gmail.com thank you
      By Ztcanes, on August 14, 2017
    • Love these can you send the plans to me ztcane@gmail.com thank you
      By Ztcanes, on August 14, 2017
    • Love these can you send the plans to me ztcane@gmail.com thank you
      By Ztcanes, on August 14, 2017
    • Can you send me the plans for this triple bunk bed? rbdouglass7@gmail.com
      By Hjahd, on August 15, 2017
    • Can you send me the plans for this? Kathetapp@gmail.com
      By Momof4, on August 31, 2017
    • Hi, would you please send it to happyweefeet@hotmail.com, its brilliant option for my tiny bedroom :) thank you
      By curious17, on September 19, 2017
    • What size material did you use? Did you put anything in the hole under the second bed? Was wondering if a dresser could fit there or a play house.
      By Kalswan14, on October 16, 2017
      • This was all done with KD 2x4’s. There is definitely room under the second bed, my kids make their own forts under that part. Definitely room for a dresser or really anything. Without looking I’d say it’s 3.5’ square.
        By DadOfFour, on December 28, 2017
    • What are the dimensions for this entire project I want to build the same exact layout for my family
      By Nelson86, on December 28, 2017
    • What are the dimensions for this entire project I want to build the same exact layout for my family
      By Nelson86, on December 28, 2017
      • The beds are standard twin and the second bed can be moved closer in or farther out to fit the space you need. I believe the height is 74” but I can send you the sketch up plans if you would like them?
        By DadOfFour, on December 28, 2017
    • Thank you everyone for your comments. I’ll be sending out a copy of the plans to everyone who requested one and left their email. Sorry for the delayed reply!
      By DadOfFour, on December 28, 2017
    • Thanks for sharing the plans of your awesome build with the RYOBI Nation community DadOfFour!
      By RYOBI NATION, on December 28, 2017
    • This is great! I've been looking to build something like this for my 3 boys too! Would you mind sending me the plans? What was your all in $ on the wood? Thanks for sharing this!
      By aaronbiby, on February 20, 2018
      • Hi aaronbiby! I’m happy to send you the Sketchup model for this. I don’t have and actual plans but the model is 90% accurate in measurements. I started at the bottom and made sure to measure the short pieces lol. The trick is in the structure of the design. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have after you see the model. I really don’t have a price, I think I purchased 25- 10’ Kiln Dried 2x4’s and two pounds of 2 1/2” deck screws. Lastly, I just need your email address!
        By DadOfFour, on February 27, 2018
      • Hey! Looks awesome could you send to mscottcole@gmail.com - building ASAP Thanks!!
        By haberdasher, on March 7, 2018
      • I’ll send it righ to you Haberdasher!
        By DadOfFour, on March 12, 2018
    • I love this idea I have 3 girls n 2 boys.. could u send me ur plans plz n ty, megabrat162003@yahoo.com
      By Momoffive, on March 15, 2018
      • Just sent! Let me know if you have any questions :)
        By DadOfFour, on March 15, 2018
    • Can I please have the plans for this! thank you Broganhernandez@gmail.com

      By broganlaine, on August 25, 2018
      • Sent, sorry for the extreme delay!
        By DadOfFour, on December 27, 2018
    • It's an awesome design. Can you please share alejandratorres2505@yahoo.com. thank you
      By Mama_2_5, on October 5, 2018
      • Sent, sorry for the delay!
        By DadOfFour, on December 27, 2018
    • Hello,
      I have just sent the plans to the last three people who requested them. Sorry for any delays!
      Please let me know if you have any questions. 
      By DadOfFour, on December 27, 2018
    • Can I please get the plans for this
      By Schumacher, on January 8, 2019
      • Hi, I’ll need your email to send the SketchUp of the beds. 
        By DadOfFour, on January 9, 2019
    • Charmaineschumacher@gmail.com
      By Schumacher, on January 9, 2019
    • Hello!  My husband is excited to build this for our 3 boys.  Will you please send us the plans to meredithy@gmail.com?  Thanks and really lovely work!  
      By Sargentfamily, on January 14, 2019
    • Would love a copy of the sketch up and cut list. sunrein@gmail.com
      By scottyew, on January 28, 2019
    • Bonjour,

      Je cherchais une idée pour gagner de la place pour notre petite chambre de Montagne et je tombe sur votre publication.
      Elle est idéale.
      Je souhaiterais moi aussi le plan avec vos dimensions svp.
      lincee1@hotmail.com

      Cordialement

      Céline
      Et encore félicitations pour votre création
      By Celine1505, on February 5, 2019
    • I have Sketchup and would love the plans!  Beccawilliamson@me.com.  Thank you so much for being willing to share!  I've been searching for something like this - we have 3 girls and it's tough finding options for triple beds.  Time to tackle a DIY :)
      By beccabeccabecca, on April 5, 2019
    • Is there a way you can private message me the the plans or way to get them from you? I have 3 boys that this would work great for.
      By drew1979, on May 20, 2020
    • Hi, this is great.  Can you email me the plans at vilitalaepa@hotmail.com, thanks!
      By user_talaepa_1548572, on July 12, 2020
    • Hello! This is exactly what my son has been asking for! He wants his siblings to be able to spend the night in his room on the weekends. Would you mind emailing me the plans? Thanks so much for sharing this! mamalulu.loves.you@gmail.com 
      By user_esparza_1599919, on August 26, 2020
    • Can I trouble you for the design file, tiernanpf@hotmail.com?
      Thanks in advance 
      By PFTC130, on September 9, 2020
    • Hi--I hope you're still checking comments! Could you please email my husband the plan for this? CarlESanders@gmail.com. Thanks so much! 
      By user_schechter_2583105, on January 9, 2023
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    Grape Pergola
    5y
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    • This is definitely a project to be proud of, DadOfFour!
      By RYOBI NATION, on December 28, 2017
      • Thank you, I only wish it was in my own yard :)
        By DadOfFour, on December 31, 2017
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    Checker bowl
    5y
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    • This is cool. I want to learn the technique.
      By freebird, on February 13, 2018
      • Thank you! My mentor selects a few people every few years and takes 6 months to teach a “basic” bowl. It has taken me three years to develope this particular design.
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • I love this! It is beautiful.
      By deloachdebbie, on February 13, 2018
      • Thank you! It’s my wife’s favorite :)
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • Impressive!
      By Sarah C., on February 13, 2018
      • Thank you!
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • Wow, such a rich and intricate result. Nice work.
      By grover959, on February 13, 2018
      • I really appreciate you saying that! It took a long time to finialize this one.
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • Beautiful! What is the marbled wood?
      By mdweitzel, on February 13, 2018
      • It’s spalted maple. Super fun to work with!
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
      • Very cool! Thanks for letting me know!
        By mdweitzel, on February 14, 2018
    • Beautiful! What is the marbled wood?
      By mdweitzel, on February 13, 2018
    • Such amazing workmanship!!!
      By kissablegal, on February 13, 2018
      • It took many tries to get this. Thank you!
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • Very cool. I keep saying I want to try that but keep putting it off. I love your choice of contrasting wood. Is that a salad bowl finish or just an oil?
      By mrpip, on February 13, 2018
      • It’s walnut oil. Everything is totally food safe. This one is more of a candy bowl size but I usually make them salad bowl sized.
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • Beautiful work! I need to try something like that.
      By wellsweb62, on February 13, 2018
      • It’s a really fun process!
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • That is some serious talent. Thanks for sharing your skill.
      By gypsy58_102621, on February 13, 2018
      • Thank you for commenting!
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • Wow, this is gorgeous! What is the process like to curve the wood? We are so intrigued!
      By RYOBI NATION, on February 13, 2018
      • I can’t share the exact process but it starts with a Ring Master cutter and ends with a ton of math lol. Thank you!
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • Now that is gorgeous!!!
      By CathBrad, on February 13, 2018
    • Ive been wanting to do something like this. What type of resin/epoxy did you use?
      By jester5042, on February 13, 2018
      • I just use Titebond III, walnut oil, and bees wax. All food safe :)
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • Beautifully done.
      By RBoehles, on February 14, 2018
      • Thank you very much!
        By DadOfFour, on February 14, 2018
    • wow that's so cool
      By Edwin_Designs, on February 14, 2018
      • Thank you. It’s a really fun project!
        By DadOfFour, on February 15, 2018
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    Outdoor stair rebuild
    5y
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    • Nice! Looks like a totally different set of stairs!
      By RYOBI NATION, on March 6, 2018
      • Thank you, that was the idea :). Unfortunately, the first person to build the stairs was someone they didn’t know and hired randomly. I had suggested they wait a season and see how it holds, but they just wanted it done right.
        By DadOfFour, on March 7, 2018
      • Well we think you did great!!
        By RYOBI NATION, on March 7, 2018
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    Experimental Wooden Bowl
    5y
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    • Unbelievable! It's hard to imagine that you can take a flat piece of wood and make it look like THAT! Great job!
      By RYOBI NATION, on March 6, 2018
      • Thank you so much! I’m really excited to push the boundaries of this method.
        By DadOfFour, on March 7, 2018
      • We are rooting you on!!
        By RYOBI NATION, on March 7, 2018
      • Oh wow, this is super exciting! Thank you for selecting this project as a winner!
        By DadOfFour, on April 4, 2018
      • Thank you so much for sharing it with us all on RYOBI Nation!
        By RYOBI NATION, on April 4, 2018
    • Gorgeous!!
      By Tmanthei, on March 6, 2018
      • Thank you! The wood selections came out really nice on this one. It’s hard to “see” what the final product will be.
        By DadOfFour, on March 7, 2018
    • Love this bowl
      By Norgie, on March 6, 2018
      • Thank you, this one was fun!
        By DadOfFour, on March 7, 2018
    • Awesome Jace!
      By jhirsh, on March 6, 2018
      • Thanks bud! We may have to make a product trade sometime soon lol.
        By DadOfFour, on March 7, 2018
      • I really appreciate you taking the time to comment and like!
        By DadOfFour, on March 7, 2018
    • Beautiful work! Happy to vote and share!
      By Rebeccag, on March 7, 2018
      • Thank you for the support! These are so much fun to make!
        By DadOfFour, on March 7, 2018
    • That's pretty! Very nice work!
      By TG$, on March 14, 2018
      • Thanks, it’s super fun to make these!
        By DadOfFour, on March 15, 2018
    • Hot dam! I’ve always liked nice wooden bowls and this one may steal my fancy from the one I have made out of burl
      By Papa peeli, on March 27, 2018
      • Thanks for your comments and talking the time. Burl bowls are truly one of a kind and are the inspiration for what I'm doing. 
        By DadOfFour, on April 3, 2018
    • Awesome work!
      By Samanthatsmith, on March 27, 2018
      • Thank you for taking the time to comment, I really appreciate the support! 
        By DadOfFour, on April 3, 2018
    • Looks amazing. Top notch craftsmanship!.
      By tc_bend, on March 28, 2018
      • Really appreciate the comment and like!  Thanks for taking the time!
        By DadOfFour, on April 3, 2018
    • I absolutely love the contrast in colors!  Awesome job!
      By MommasAryobiToolJunkie, on April 20, 2018
      • Thank you! My next one is going to be insane. My wife is picking out the hardwood pallet and I’m super excited. 
        By DadOfFour, on June 4, 2018
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    Our big Kitchen Table
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    • Looks like that is definitely the right table for the job!
      By RYOBI NATION, on June 7, 2018
      • It helps that the littlest of our children can’t reach across the table and mess with each other   Ha ha ha.  Additionally, when we have company everyone can still sit together! 
        By DadOfFour, on June 8, 2018
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    Gate Archway
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    • Nice addition to your fence! What was most challenging for you?
      By RYOBI NATION, on July 16, 2018
      • The biggest challenge was not having the appropriate tools for the job. As an example, I really needed a drill press. I used a level and the one+ drill/driver to drill holes through both sides of the 2x12, 4x4, 2x12 stack. Additionally, I did some creative hammering to get the 7” carriage bolts through evenly. 
        By DadOfFour, on July 16, 2018 (edited)
      • I will say that getting the 60-75 lbs. structure 10’ in the air and over the two support 4x4s, by myself, caused it’s own set of challenges.  Some creative lever and pulley actions mixed with moving blankets, bar clamps and extending ladders somehow made it happen. Stressful!!
        By DadOfFour, on July 16, 2018
      • Looks like you definitely overcame those obstacles and it turned out really nicely!
        By RYOBI NATION, on July 17, 2018
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    Tiger/Nightmare Before Xmas Bowl for Wife
    5y
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    • This is so impressive and intriguing! It's hard to imagine that a flat piece of wood can become such a beautiful bowl!!
      By RYOBI NATION, on August 7, 2018
      • Thank you. I’m constantly amazed at the finished product, especially when I start experimenting on layouts. 
        By DadOfFour, on August 8, 2018
    • I love mind bending wooden bowls and this is one of my favorites
      By Eli12345, on August 10, 2018
      • Thank you, this one is tough to figure out for sure!
        By DadOfFour, on August 11, 2018
    • I love this bowl. The yellow almost look like it has a light behind it.
      By Norgie, on August 17, 2018
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    Grandmas Bowl
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    • We bet she loved receiving this!
      By RYOBI NATION, on September 13, 2018
      • I’m sure she will! She lives out of state so we need to plan a trip to see her. 
        By DadOfFour, on September 19, 2018
    • That is incredible.   The glue up alone must have been a challenge. 
      By cvfraser, on September 14, 2018
      • Thank you! The glue up is actually fairly easy because it is a flat surface. Cutting the rings correctly and turning it are the stressful processes. Trying to “see” the final outcome from a flat to a semi sphere is definitely the most challenging part of the whole process. 
        By DadOfFour, on September 19, 2018
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    Easy auto chicken feeder
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    • Neat idea! Did you think of this yourself?
      By RYOBI NATION, on September 14, 2018
      • Thanks! I did a lot of online research and found a number of PVC feeders. My goal was to make the food flow without interruption, even in moist environments, try to limit rodent access and make it easily refillable. I believe this feeder is unique because of the way the angles are connected (45 first, 90 last) and the last angled  lip. The lip seems to deter the rodents and almost eliminated any spill of food. Chickens can be supper messy and splash the food out of whatever they eat from. 
        Additionally, the food level devise is fantastic! I can see if the birds need a refill from across the property. That is solely my design and really just came about from thinking the whole process through. From building to daily use. 
        By DadOfFour, on September 19, 2018
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    Automatic Chicken Waterer
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    • So creative! What a resourceful and functional idea! 
      By RYOBI Nation, on October 2, 2018
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    One and only design
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    Spalted Maple Bowl
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    • Absolutely stunning bowl. The patterns are spectacular. How long does it take to make such an intricate bowl?
      By RYOBI Nation, on December 26, 2018
      • This bowl took about three years of practicing the skills needed to develop the design. The actual bowl took about 20-25 hours, plus glue up times and wood selection/cutting to size. All the wood I use is harvested locally and has to be milled, cured and then cut to workable sizes. It usually takes 4-5 separate sessions with a planer before a bowl “blank” is ready for shaping. 
        I am so glad you like it! The spalting in this bowl is spectacular, I almost didn’t use this maple because it was such a special piece. 
        By DadOfFour, on December 27, 2018 (edited)
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    Stacked Rainbow for Kiddo
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    • That's so creative! It's really beautiful as decor. Does she also use it as a puzzle? Nice work. Thanks for sharing!
      By RYOBI Nation, on November 21, 2018
      • Thank you!
        Yes, she uses it as a puzzle, bridges for her other toys and to help with color identification. It turned out to be a really fantastic toy. 
        By DadOfFour, on November 23, 2018
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