I'm kicking around different options for bed post designs. I'm considering a 5" square posts. I can see several options to make a post like this:
1) laminate several 8/4 pieces of stock (I'm a bit short of 8/4 for this)r
2) Use 4/4 stock and build a hollow post. Would a hollow post be strong enough for a bed post? What would be the best joint to use in the corners of a hollow post, I'm thinking mitered corners would look the best as long as they would not open up.
3) Make a post out of MDF and veneer the sides. Would a mdf post be strong enough, or would it not support the bed rails very well.
Any advice or other options would be appreciated.