> All I want is a simple raised wooden platform, and they're absurdly expensive. > At some point im going to be forced to build the damn thing myself if the ma

> All I want is a simple raised wooden platform, and they're absurdly expensive. > At some point im going to be forced to build the damn thing myself if the market is going to refuse to sell anything sensible I did this and was so happy with the results that I built a second one for the room that we rent out. Probably $80 in materials and a few hours to assemble. Feels sturdier than the floor it stands on (no weeble wobbles). Photos: https://imgur.com/a/gtwmS https://imgur.com/a/gtwmS Could share plans but it's pretty simple: 1/2" sanded plywood for the surface, 2x6 outer frame, 2x4 joists, 2x4 legs that bolt to the frame, a pound of 3" screws. The plywood surface sits about an inch inside the frame, creating a lip that holds the mattress in place. If you don't have power tools then HD / Lowes can can make all the cuts for you (I recommend this for the plywood as they have the best saw for it), then all you need is a drill to put the thing together.