Prepare the area by making sure it is as level as possible and marking off the area.

Measure and cut 4 of the 2 x 8’s down to 96 inches

Measure and cut 2 of the 2 x 8’s down to 48 inches

Measure and cut the 4 x 4 down to four 24 inch lengths

Build the first corner on the highest point where the bed will be located.

As you build the remaining corners use your level to ensure the frame is level.

Repeat step 5 until the bed is framed with two rows of 2 x 8’s

You might choose to line the inner walls of the bed with a heavy plastic or water resistant material, this will extend the life of the beds by several years. I obtained obsolete slip sheets from a local manufacturer.

Now it’s time to fill the bed. I placed cardboard across the bottom of the bed. Then added and other decomposable extras I had laying around the farm, then I finished the job with compost gotten from a hay customer of the farm.