Buying an expensive and beautiful double bed does not guarantee comfort for a couple while sleeping and the durability of the furniture itself. Even the most reliable designs from an engineering point of view can meet expectations only with proper assembly, since this is the final and one of the most important operations in the creation of any furniture.
How to assemble a double bed
DIY bed with drawers drawings, diagrams
The practicality of this model has made it the most popular, and sometimes men start making such furniture on their own. The work consists of three stages:
- creation of drawings and diagrams;
- selection of materials;
- bed assembly.
In order to make a bed with storage drawers, you should familiarize yourself with the basic rules of carpentry.
To create a drawing, you need to decide on a model and take measurements. It is important to take into account the width, length and height of the product, the dimensions of such parts as the back and front back. The height and width of the bed linen storage box are determined. When creating a drawing, it is necessary to calculate the depth of the bed where the mattress should be located.
The chosen furniture model plays a big role. This is what you should start from when creating your own scheme. The bed can be double or single, single or children's. Dimensions and dimensions are taken as standard for these types of furniture.
The niche or drawer made under the bed must have its own dimensions. They are included separately in the drawings. It is necessary to think through all the details in advance and take into account the slightest nuances when developing an individual version of a sleeping place.
It is advisable to take measurements of the room itself after determining the location of the future product, not forgetting to take into account the length of the extended drawer.
Features of connecting parts in the Melissa model
Melissa is a classic model and is easy to assemble. It has several variations of the sleeping place - these are:
- 90 to 200;
- 120 by 200;
- 140 by 200;
- 160 to 200.
The finished base is made of wooden beams or slats, and laundry boxes are attached to them. The width of such a box is 100 cm and the depth is 70 cm.
If the bed width is 160 cm or more, then the set includes four drawers - 2 on the right side, 2 on the left. These boxes are not included and must be ordered separately. The price offered by the factory includes only the base. The price does not include a bedside table, mattress, or bedside chest of drawers, but all this can be ordered separately.
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Tool
At the second stage, they choose what material the joinery product will be made from. The necessary tools and available carpentry materials are purchased.
The tools you will need to create a bed with drawers at home are:
- roulette;
- circular and miter saw;
- drill;
- jigsaw;
- screwdriver and screws;
- sandpaper or sanding machine with abrasive discs;
- antiseptic;
- varnish, primer and brushes.
In addition, depending on the model, you will need dowels, nuts, bolts, angles, and rollers for the exit mechanism.
Orthopedic base
If you believe the standard configuration, the double bed consists of several parts:
- Frame.
- Headboard.
- Base. Quite often, various types are presented, for example, orthopedic. They are good because they make it possible to maintain parts of the body of different weights at the same level. It turns out that no numbness or discomfort will be observed during the rest period.
An affordable option for placing a mattress is to use a plywood base. The point is that it is smooth. As for orthopedic mattresses, ventilation is important for them. Plywood will not be able to provide the required level.
Materials
Experts recommend that beginners work with laminated chipboard. This material is more pliable and it is not difficult to make from it. The laminated board has its own thickness and density, color and surface structure. Here the choice always remains individual.
MDF is used to make boxes. This material is suitable for partial use in furniture, but not for the bed frame itself. A heavier and more durable material is furniture board.
Some people prefer to work with natural slabs and boards. Creating a bed from boards has its own specifics. It is important to choose the right section of beams. In order for the structure to last longer, it is best to work with edged boards of coniferous trees.
With properly organized work, a bed made of chipboard can be created in 1-2 days, but working with wood can take much more time and effort.
What to assemble - choice of design
Before you start assembling furniture, decide what exactly you want and what you can do.
Table with standard dimensions of mattresses
Conventionally, all beds are divided into three types according to the number of seats:
- Single rooms - under a single mattress, designed for one adult.
- One-and-a-half - for a one-and-a-half mattress that can comfortably accommodate one adult.
- Double - for a double mattress designed for two adults.
A separate option is bunk beds, in which the upper level is made single, and the lower level is either single or one-and-a-half.
| Illustrations | Modifications according to design features |
| Static, non-folding structures . This category includes regular beds assembled under a standard mattress. Due to the lack of folding mechanisms, furniture of this type is not only durable, but also easy to assemble. | |
| Transformers . This category includes folding beds, which, like an “accordion” sofa, thanks to a special mechanism, are transformed into a wardrobe, cabinet, table or other furniture. Despite the fact that assembling such furniture is more difficult, a ready-made bed when folded saves free space in the room, which is important when arranging small rooms. |
Which design to choose for self-assembly? If you are making furniture for the first time, I recommend a conventional design without a folding function.
This bed consists of a supporting frame, headboard, footboard, sides and mattress holders. Essentially, this is a large box on top of which the slats are attached and the mattress is laid, so you can probably handle making it.
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Step-by-step instructions for assembling a bed with drawers
The most important stage in the work is sawing the material into structural parts. For example, if you work with a material such as MDF, then initially all the elements are marked on the surface of the sheet.
Cutting and trimming MDF elements
After applying the markings to the sheet, it is recommended to take control measurements again. It is best to cut using a jigsaw.
All edges of the cut material are sealed with furniture edge tape. The work must be done carefully. After the glue has hardened, remove any excess with a knife.
Housing installation
Using a drill, holes for screws are made in parts such as the headboard, middle, back and side panels. The structure is assembled together using a socket wrench.
Attach the side parts to the corners of the headboard and backrest. Small bars or planks are often used for this. Attach the front and back parts to the slats and screw in the screws.
If the model includes legs, then at this stage they can be attached. Then you should install the sheet under the mattress on dowels.
In order to make a bed with drawers, you first need to assemble the main structure, and the pull-out parts are made separately.
Assembly and installation of boxes
In order to assemble a box under the bed with your own hands, you need to prepare the following structural elements:
- two side walls;
- façade;
- rear end;
- bottom of the box.
You can make several small containers (40 cm or 50 cm wide) instead of one large box. This option will be more durable. The load on the drawer guide wheel supports will be less.
In order for the design of a bed with drawers to be durable, it is worth selectively and carefully choosing the material. Furniture makers recommend using fiberboard and high-quality wheel supports for the bottom of retractable containers.
In the front and rear parts, in the side elements, holes for dowels are made using a drill. The latter are placed on wood glue. A groove is made at the bottom of all parts for installing the bottom panel. It is installed with glue. A handle is attached to the front part. The wheel and its mechanism are mounted on the bottom of the side walls.
Bed with drawers assembly
Bed with drawers assembly
Laying the mattress
In order to prevent the mattress from sliding on the furniture, you can use a special Velcro tape. It is perfect for these purposes.
Laying the mattress is carried out as follows:
- You need to attach pieces of tape to the mattress cover with the hooks facing up.
- Hem the tape on the mattress itself with the opposite side.
- The number of ribbons is determined by the width of the textile product and the bed itself. Many people prefer to sew the tape horizontally.
Even a beginner in carpentry can assemble bedroom furniture on their own. The most important thing in this work is the sequence of actions, competent execution of the drawings and measurements themselves. Otherwise, the work does not cause difficulties.
The nuances of connecting stock parts using the Borovichi factory method
Assembling such a model requires maximum care and accuracy. It is important to remember these basic nuances in work :
- It will not be easy to assemble it yourself, so it is best to invite an assistant.
- The room where the assembly will be carried out must be spacious so that large parts can fit there and the necessary measurements can be easily made.
- If you are assembling furniture for the first time, you should not immediately tighten all the bolts and screws too much. Only when all the parts have been assembled and the integrity of the structure has been checked, can all fasteners be secured. You can read about all the options for attaching different parts of the bed in this material.
- You need to save the instructions for a while, because sometimes you have to redo something, and you won’t know where to start.
Assembling a single bed from the Borovichi factory is not difficult. If you follow the instructions and do everything step by step, you can assemble it in one day.
Preparatory work
Spread glue on flat bases in a zigzag pattern and spread it with a spatula. After this, soak the glue until it is tack-free for 5-10 minutes. At the end, assemble the parts into a knot and tighten them with metal fasteners and glue.
For self-tapping screws, you will first need to drill holes with a depth of about 2/3 of the length of the self-tapping screw. To ensure precise mating of openings in prefabricated units, the parts to be connected must be secured with clamps.
Add a little water-based polymer emulsion into the holes. After it has been absorbed, apply PVA glue on the inside with a thin stick. Apply glue to the bases and compress the parts using clamps, and then screw in the screws. Dismantle the clamps a day after assembly.
