Canopy beds were very popular in the 18th Century when houses were often drafty and poorly insulated. Practical and graceful, the 80" high Pencil Post bed can be used with or without the canopy frame. The plan also includes a turned finial for use without the canopy (as chosen by the customer who sent us the finished photo). The bed can be completely disassembled for easy transporting and setup of the distinctive bed. The plan gives details for two sizes. Twin: 59" x 80-1/4", and Double: 64-3/4" x 85-1/4". Use of cherry, mahogany, walnut or maple is recommended.

This is a blueprint style plan which is often heralded by beginners and experts alike as being a pleasure to work from because all parts are printed in full size -- all joinery is shown in actual size, curved workpieces are all in full size and therefore you can measure and trace straight from the drawing if necessary. A bill of materials doubles as an exact cutting list, there is a detailed exploded diagram, and all hardware requirements are listed. Project specific assembly instructions are not provided, but a special booklet entitled Guide to Building Wood Furniture is included and includes many tips explaining the "component theory" of woodworking.

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