Lifting mechanism of the bed with hands drawings. Video instruction, drawings for assembling a bed with a lifting mechanism

Despite the large selection of ready-made furniture, many people spend a lot of time and energy looking for the right wardrobe or bed. Through the "sieve of doubts" various models are sifted, differing from each other in design, color and size, but nothing fits. This is exactly the problem faced by a user of our site with a nickname avamonster, and a homemade bed became an excellent way out of the "furniture impasse" for him. In this article, we make a bed together with our user!

Review of lifting bed models.
- What tools and materials are needed to make a bed.
- Operating procedure.

DIY bed

avamonster FORUMHOUSE user

I need a transforming bed in my house, which can be quickly and easily put into a closet against the wall. When folded, the front of such a bed should be completely identical to the "front" of a conventional wardrobe. Therefore, there should not be any protruding handles, protruding legs, etc. outside. Such a bed should not take up much space. When unfolded, the "transformer" should turn into a fully functional bed designed for a comfortable sleep, and not a guest "crib".

Shoveling the Internet, reviewing dozens of bed layouts and sketches and visiting several furniture stores, the forum user could not find a model that would fully satisfy his needs. Namely:

• You need a transformer for a standard mattress size 1600x2000x150 mm, like a normal sofa; The height of the unfolded bed should not exceed 45-55 cm;
• The width of the transforming bed is equal to: the width of the mattress (1600 mm) plus the thickness of the side walls of the cabinet, made of chipboard. That is, approximately 1632 mm. The depth of the bed is equal to the depth of the cabinet - 450 mm. In the unfolded state, the length of the bed should not exceed 2100-2200 mm;
• In the open position, the folding bed should fit well into the interior of the apartment, and not look like the simplest analogue of a "folding bed". Should be easily and quickly removed;
• The unfolded bed should not take up much space in the house and impede free movement around the room, opening of adjacent wardrobes, cupboards, drawers, etc .;
• Safety: the bed should not have sharp corners that you can hit with your foot, hidden cavities and crevices where pets or small children can climb. The gas lift or the springs of the opening mechanism should not be located near the head of the sleeper;
• "Humane" price tag.

We present a selection of photos of those folding beds that the forum member looked at, as well as give his comments on why this or that model did not suit him.

A quick glance at this picture is enough to understand that this is not a simple wardrobe, but a wardrobe into which they have managed to build a "folding bed". It would be better not to build in - the slots are visible from below and from above, and the handles are very inconveniently located.

This lifting model in the folded state is no different from a regular cabinet, but once it is unfolded, the bed blocks access to cabinets and drawers. This means that it must constantly be removed and lowered, which is very inconvenient.

Option of a wardrobe bed with sliding doors. This model does not take up much space, and when folded is indistinguishable from a standard cabinet. The main inconvenience is the large depth of the "transformer" - 80 cm. You will have to sleep, practically lying with your head and shoulders in the closet. Not everyone will like it. So this "guest" option was also dropped.

A typical model that you can often see in stores. Avamonster was not satisfied with the fact that, instead of springs or a gas lift, the bed is removed using a counterweight. When it leans back, you can see that the bottoms are similar to the legs of a "clamshell". And the price exceeds 40 thousand rubles.

Another common option. Avamonster's main claims to this folding bed are that the legs stick out like "antennae" from above, and when opened, the mattress lies inside the bed frame. Passing next to such a bed, you can accidentally hit your foot on its sharp corner. A block with springs hangs next to the head, and by the "tram" handles you can immediately determine that this is not an ordinary cabinet, but a "transformer".

avamonster FORUMHOUSE user

All the models that I saw in the store had a construct: "a box made of chipboard or plywood, into which a mattress is simply embedded." It didn't suit me. I happened to be in the USA, where I saw another construct: the frame is “inside” the base under the mattress, and the mattress itself is slightly wider than the base. The springs or gas lift are located under the mattress, and do not stick out in front of the face. It seems to me that this option is safer and more convenient to use.

There is also an option with a double bed-caterpillar, but such "transformers" are expensive and do not often catch your eye.

The search for a ready-made folding bed was not crowned with success, but a negative result is also a result. As a result of his ordeals, avamonster finally decided on the list of requirements for the product and therefore decided to assemble the bed himself.

Another interesting option is this "two in one" option, but this "DIY your own double bed" project is much more difficult to implement at home.

Material required to assemble a transforming bed

Looking ahead, let's say that the forum member managed to assemble a double bed, which is no different and even surpasses industrial or custom-made samples. The width of the "transformer" is 1640 mm, the length in the unfolded state is 2130 mm, and the height is 500 mm.

According to avamonster, sketchup helped him achieve the success of the project and do everything right the first time, without numerous alterations and changes. Having spent three months studying the program from "0", having sat over the drawings and dimensions, the forum member sketched virtual models of the crib and diagrams of its nodes, which can be twisted on the monitor screen (see pictures).

This approach allowed us to avoid many mistakes. Indeed, many novice craftsmen often forget the main building proverb: “measure seven times, cut once”. An attempt to immediately translate everything "into metal", without plans, drawings and competent calculation of several options, leads to damage to the material due to constant changes in the design of the product.

A DIY bed is made from simple materials and does not require any special tools to make it.

What you need to make a product

• Chipboard sheets - 1580x995x16 mm. Sawing to size, and edging of the ends of the slabs was done "on the side". It took 12 thousand rubles;

• Tailor-made springs for the hoist. Those. spring parameters: rod diameter - 4 mm, outer diameter - 36 mm, number of turns - 30. Spring length with hooks - 18 cm. Stretching stroke - 21 cm. Applied force -55 kg. The parameters of the spring, which depend on the "shoulder" of the lever and the total weight of the bed, were calculated by the forum member in a special calculator. A set of 5 parts cost avamonster 3.5 thousand rubles;

• The bed frame "do it yourself" is a shaped tube with dimensions of 4x2 cm. The wall thickness of the frame tube is 2 mm. In total, 18 meters of such a pipe were purchased. The pipe was cut to size into elements on site so that you could take it home in a regular "passenger car". It took another 1.5 thousand rubles;

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Because I do not have a welding machine, so I had to drill holes in the pipes for the fastening bolts. This made the task of assembling the wardrobe bed much more difficult. The best option is to cook everything yourself or have it done to a locksmith to order, otherwise I also had to clean the pipes from rust. I pasted over the surfaces of all visible metal parts of the pipes with a film imitating wood.

• Hardware. The DIY bed was assembled with bolts, nuts and screws. A homemade frame for strength and rigidity was twisted into corners for M6 bolts. All bolted connections were also calculated for the shear load. For all the necessary fasteners, the forum member spent another 4 thousand rubles.

How to assemble a transforming bed yourself: the main steps

The base for the mattress (chipboard sheets) was screwed to a homemade frame with special drilled self-tapping screws. Such self-tapping screws have a "drill" at the end: the chipboard should be passed with a large diameter, steel - with a smaller one, and already at the finish, a recess under the head of the self-tapping screw is countersunk in the wood. Thus, in one step, the chipboard board is attracted to the metal frame without preliminary drilling.

The frame is designed so that the soft mattress is the widest part of the crib. In this case, it is impossible to hit the hard edge of the frame with your foot.

Bedroom constructions with a lifting device are purchased for furnishing apartments with a small area. The products are reliable, practical, budget-friendly, functional and ergonomic. The constructions are used as a roomy block for placing bed linen and things for the bedroom. You can make a bed with a lifting mechanism with your own hands, taking into account the peculiarities of the interior design, the dimensions and configuration of the room, the required functionality.

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Bed types with a lifting mechanism

Lifting beds are available with different types of opening devices, different sizes, configurations, transformation methods.

The classification by the type of lifting device is presented in 3 types: with manual lifting, on coil springs, on gas shock absorbers.

Fastening with coil springs is easy to install, reliable in operation. The cost of the fastening system is affordable. However, the springs will wear out and stretch if the rules of use are violated. If several elements are damaged, the system will need to be changed completely. The warranty period for the mechanism is no more than 5 years.

The lifting device on gas shock absorbers does not require physical effort during operation, providing easy access to the unit for things and bedding at the bottom of the bed. Gas devices allow you to move the bed to the open position quietly and smoothly. When choosing a system, the dimensions and weight of the surface of the sleeping bed are taken into account. The devices are designed to lift voluminous mattresses. Manufacturers issue a guarantee for the operation of the mechanism for a period of up to 10 years.

Manual lifting of the sleeping bed (on the hinges), due to the lack of auxiliary elements, requires physical effort when transforming the bed. However, the strength and durability of the device is great. Manual mechanisms are not equipped with systems for smooth lifting and spring devices, therefore, they have a low price. In order to access the bedding unit, you will need to remove the mattress. The mechanism is not used in furnishing children's rooms.

According to the number of beds, there are single and double models.

Single-bed designs are compact, versatile, suitable for small spaces, allowing you to organize an additional resting place. Models are often made in the form of an ottoman and placed in the corner of the room. Single beds with a lifting device are used in the design of children's and teenage rooms. For the complete set, a spring mechanism or gas shock absorbers is used. The lifting system in narrow beds is mounted along short parts.

Double designs are ergonomic, comfortable, suitable for compact rooms and teenagers' rooms. In the unfolded position, the design provides a comfortable rest.

The mechanism in double models depends on the weight of the bed and mattress. For massive structures, gas shock absorbers are needed, for light ones - spring blocks.

In accordance with the number of combined furniture elements, there are lifting beds with a sofa, an ottoman, a resting place that can be transformed into a cabinet, etc. The sleeping bed can be built into a wardrobe. The latest model is the easiest to design and assemble a lifting bed with your own hands.

Beds also differ in the way the sleeping bed is raised: vertical or horizontal.

Blueprints

The manufacture of a lifting bed structure begins with a detailed study of drawings and fastening diagrams of elements. On sketches, it is necessary to display the dimensions of the components of the product, the methods of fastening the end, side parts, etc.

The structure of the bed is a box, which is created from 4 slabs and 4 transverse elements for the bottom of the frame. When drawing up the drawing, the parameters of the mattress are taken into account, the length can vary from 180 cm, the width - from 80 to 180 cm. It is necessary to determine the dimensions and dimensions of the bed, the number of berths.

Planned additional elements (shelves, drawers) are also marked on the diagram. When preparing, it is important to draw up a diagram of fastening elements with a lifting mechanism.

Tools and materials

For the design of the bed, an array of different types of wood or chipboard is suitable - chipboard, fiberboard, MDF, chipboard, OSB. The most popular are MDF and chipboard sheets. Wood boards are easy to handle, reliable in operation.

For installation and assembly work, you will need accessories: self-tapping screws, confirmations, corners, edging tape, bolts, washers, nuts. The lifting device can be assembled by yourself or purchased ready-made.

A set of tools is required for processing wood and fastening bed elements. These are screwdrivers and screwdrivers, jigsaw, drill, tape measure, level, furniture stapler. Also useful: a hair dryer, a welding machine, a hacksaw, clamps, foam rubber, markers, pencils, steel strips.

Step-by-step instruction

Before making transformable furniture, it is required to determine the structural features of the model, calculate the configuration and the number of constituent elements, and determine the order of assembling the parts.

The work consists of several stages: processing and preparation of structural elements from MDF boards, assembly and fastening of body and frame parts. Then it is required to mount the inset frame, assemble the structures of the lifting mechanisms, connect them to the base and place the mattress.

Preparation and assembly of MDF parts

Construction details from MDF are required to be cut out according to ready-made drawings. For identical elements, a template is made according to which typical parts of the bed are measured. Sawing work can be done independently or ordered from the manufacturer, which will simplify assembly.

To mark parts, it is required to place MDF boards on a flat surface. Experts advise cutting a sheet of wood-based panels into parts that are optimal for cutting.

Using a pencil, rulers, tape measure, the elements of the body are marked on the plates. Then parts of the MDF sheet are attached to the workbench with clamps. We make wooden elements for the bed frame using a jigsaw.

Plates must be refined with a grinder and varnished. It is required to process the ends of the structural elements with an edge band for safe operation.

Then the side drawers, the back wall, the headboard, the transverse bar are exposed. On the outside of the corner joints, holes must be drilled for confirmations. Use a Phillips screwdriver to install the fasteners. The heads of the confirmations are closed with plastic plugs, attached to PVA glue.

Inside the 4 corners of the structure, plastic corners are installed with a screwdriver. To increase the strength of the frame, a transverse board is placed, which is connected to the sidewalls using steel corners and screws.

The assembled frame is placed on its side. A sheet for the bottom is attached with screws along the perimeter of the bed. Holes are drilled in the corners in the lower parts of the frame, as well as in the center. Legs are installed in them, on which plastic supports are attached, which ensure easy movement of furniture.

Installation of an inset frame under the mattress

The reliability of the bed can be increased with the help of an additional one. Particularly recommended for spacious double and king size models. The frame is made of steel profiles and wooden planks. The shape and dimensions of the additional frame are designed in advance for the structure. The profile is sawn into elements in accordance with the drawing; a grinder is used in the work. The parts are connected with neat welding seams.

Between the transverse and longitudinal parts at the joints, it is necessary to fasten the racks, which will increase the strength of the structure, and avoid arbitrary folding during use. Then you need to process the ends. The legs are attached to the corners of the frame if the details are provided for by the product diagram.

Self-assembly of the lifting device will reduce the cost of manufacturing a transformable structure. The elements of the system must be with high strength indicators, since the load during operation is distributed not only to the shock absorber and strips, but also to the attachment points and fittings.

It is required to drill 3-4 openings on the box for the system fasteners. The corners of the lifting device are attached to the structure. The base of the bed is lowered into the box. Taking into account the location of the bottom board, holes are drilled in each side of the frame.

A gap of 5 to 10 mm is made between the box and the frame and a lifting mechanism is installed. Then tighten the bolts on the top bar. The system is connected by pistons, which are attached to the elements of the mechanism from above and below. Before mounting the device on a bed, it is required to test the reliability of the shock absorbers. There should be no creaks and failures when lifting, arbitrary lowering of the base.

What do you do with old furniture?

Despite the wide range of furniture items in stores, people still prefer to make their own beds.

Indeed, in this way, you yourself can choose the type of construction, materials of manufacture, design and dimensions of the sleeping bed. Besides, making furniture with your own hands is a very pleasant and useful business... You will create for yourself a comfortable place to sleep from safe and environmentally friendly materials.

There are different bed models. But most owners of small-sized apartments prefer models with lifting mechanisms. Their advantages include:

• saving free space;
• original and aesthetic appearance;
• additional space under the mattress for personal items.

Materials (edit)

Before you start making a bed with a lifting mechanism, it is worth choosing consumables correctly. You can make furniture from the following materials:

Advice: in addition to lumber, when making a bed with a lifting mechanism, it is worth paying attention to fittings, guides and the lifting mechanism itself. It is from him that the durability and strength of the product will directly depend. Here it is better not to save on the purchase of furniture components, but to purchase products from trusted and well-proven manufacturers.

Types of mechanisms

The lifting mechanism itself is:

On which option to choose, people should start from personal preferences and financial capabilities.

Advice: If you want to make a practical and durable bed, choose a mechanism with gas shock absorbers. If you are going to make an economy option, for example, for installation, you can choose a simple mechanical mechanism.

Drawing

After choosing a bed model, its dimensions, materials of manufacture and the type of lifting mechanism, it is worth making a drawing according to a preliminary sketch of the product. Due to its presence, it will be easier for you not only to do the detailing of individual elements, but also to assemble a complex structure... There are several options for making a drawing:

• you can do it on your own if you know how to draw;
• you can use special computer programs downloaded from the Internet;
• you can contact a furniture company, where, in addition to a competent drawing, you will be offered to make a detailing of all individual elements.

Tools

To make a bed with a lifting mechanism, you will need the following tools:

From materials you will need:

• lumber (the easiest way to make a product is from chipboard, OSB, MDF);
• upholstery materials;
• foam rubber;
• self-tapping screws;
• fasteners;
• lifting mechanism.

How to do it yourself?

Manufacturing and assembly

Let's get down to the workflow:

Installation

The mechanism itself is sold ready for installation. First you need to fix it on the bar base frame, then attach it to the side.

Advice: The mechanism will hold better when welded to the metal frame. On it, you can also collect the rest of the bed.

Finishing

When it comes to finishing, there are several options:

Photo

Such furniture is both functional and attractive:

Useful video

All stages of the assembly can be seen in the following video:

Conclusion

In conclusion, it is worth noting that making a high-quality and practical bed with a lifting mechanism with your own hands is real. The manufacturing process will take a lot of time, given that you yourself will develop the design of the product, select the lifting mechanism, materials of manufacture, draw a sketch.

As practice shows, it takes people about a month to independently assemble a bed with a lifting mechanism. But as a result of your efforts, you will get a durable, practical and comfortable bed that suits your personal needs, the general interior of the room and the characteristics of the bedroom.

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The bed is always associated with the pedestal of the recreation area. A good one that will allow the body to relax and the muscles to relax. By the way, I already wrote an article about mattresses, there are also many interesting things there. So, when choosing a bed, we are faced with very important questions, roughly indicating what it will be. Now we are talking about the family double bed. In market conditions, we will find models with a lifting mechanism and with drawers, forged and wooden, or a loft bed. But you can make a double bed with your own hands, the main thing is to correctly understand the process of work. So let's talk below on such a capacious and pleasant topic.

My family lived in a one-room apartment for some time, we had a small child. Of course, like most we rested on the couch, as a result, sometimes in the morning our neck did not turn, and even with regular full use, our couch quickly lost its appearance (thanks to my daughter!).

At that moment we just dreamed of our own bed - comfortable, with storage space. I even visualized how our bedroom should be furnished, what kind of furniture it will be. Well, the long-awaited moment has come when we have our own bedroom. I have already forgotten about those fantasies, but questions about creating coziness and comfort remain. First of all, we started measuring the room and trying to figure out what size we want our sleeping place. It turned out that the Soviet 1.40 m is not enough, and 1.8 m does not fit into the dimensions. So, this issue has been resolved - we order a double bed measuring 1.6 * 2.0 m.

Always measure the length of the bed like this: the height of the tallest family member plus 20 centimeters at least.

We did it perfectly well, because in terms of height we are high average!

If space permits, then of course you can make the size of the bed larger, but the question of whether you can find a mattress without pre-ordering and bed linen will remain open.

And in a normal family, no matter how big the bed is, all the same, it will be cramped for mom: both husband and children will cuddle!

Also, for a comfortable sleep, it is better to choose a bed with slats or an orthopedic base. They allow air to circulate through the mattress and create natural ventilation and allow the mattress to last longer.

Well, and another important question: what will your bed be made of? My friend, for example, considers everything except the array to be a lower caste. And a bed for two hundred thousand from solid oak is the norm for her. It is good when this is so, but there are those who, even with the availability of funds, prefer other materials. So, there are many lovers of wrought iron furniture. Such options are also not standard, but look very elegant and self-sufficient.

Many now choose modern models of double beds with a soft headboard and covered with eco-leather or velor. These are also very beautiful options and there is no doubt about the service life.

And the materials are now often impregnated with dust-repellent compounds, and eco-leather has the function of "self-healing", so that neither animals with claws nor children with scissors will spoil its appearance.

What are the double beds: with a lifting mechanism and with storage boxes

Additional storage space is important for every housewife. Now this is also solved with the help of the bedside space: the presence of a lifting mechanism or drawers.

I do not argue with those who believe that a lot of dust accumulates under the bed and therefore it is better not to store anything there, but also not to disappear into a hidden and empty place.

Here the designers have thought of providing the base of the bed with lifting mechanisms. Often in such secluded places they put things that are either not needed at all, but it is a pity to throw them away, or are needed very rarely and in season (skis, sledges, winter jackets).

And from such a hard-to-reach place, they have now made a convenient storage place. When buying a bed with such a mechanism, ask the seller how long the mechanism is designed for, usually this is written in the number of lifts. If, in your opinion, the mechanism is flimsy, then it is better to look for a better and more reliable one. Still, you buy more than one year.

For me personally, boxes have always been the most convenient option. And so we equipped our bed with them. The only point is that the length of the guides is no more than 60 cm, so part of the bedside space is still lost.

For small apartments, such boxes can be just a salvation, and even replace a wardrobe in small bedrooms.

I will share a photo that captivated my husband and we discussed for a long time how to complete the existing sleeping place with additional drawers with our own hands.

I will say that using imagination, you can make such a double bed, which, in addition to the function of a resting place, will also perform others.

Do-it-yourself double bed made of wood: drawings with photos and work progress

I know people who, when buying any thing, clatter their tongues and say that it is not worth that much money. Therefore, I decided to make an additional point to create a double bed with my own hands. There are several options, but consider one.

So, you need to buy boards and bars. The dimensions are shown in the photo.

Two boards for the sides of the bed, which you buy based on your size. A minimum of three bars of about the same length will hold the base with the mattress on the sides and in the middle.

Two legs of 70 cm at the head and two legs of 50 cm at the foot.

Three or four boards as large as your width. One of them will close the footboard, and three (or two, if you wish), will become the head of the bed.
Prepare all materials, peel, sand, saw off to your size.

For fasteners, you will need the following types of corners shown in the photo.

The next step to the frame is to drill two side bars that will hold the base with the mattress, and one bar in the middle for stiffening.

Well, it remains to put the frame on the legs and attach the headboard.

For craftsmen, this is only a blank, it can be painted, varnished or covered with material. It all depends on your imagination.
We put plywood or lamellas on the bars that are intended for the base.

There is another option. Looking for a company in the city that is engaged in the manufacture of furniture and forgive her to make you a cut. It is available for many localities.

For this, I present several diagrams and drawings.

You also order a chipboard sheet from them, give them a drawing.

There you will be sawed and crushed parts. It remains only to bring home and connect all the parts. This is for those who want to save money, but there is not enough time to create a completely hand made one.

Modern ideas for double beds (attic, with a soft headboard)

Bed - the attic is done in apartments with a fairly high ceiling. It allows you to save space and allocate space for a work or living area. Of course, it is always fenced off with sides to protect sleeping family members. Not for everyone, however, these are layouts. Honestly, I have not yet met such apartments in our city - a millionaire - to comfortably arrange the second tier, without banging my head on it.

Loft bed

But the idea itself is very modern and great for active young people with a good imagination.

But, I think, the dream of many. There are options when it is removed into the closet or a full-fledged sofa is formed in its place. But her cost can be biting for owners of lorries and studios. But what an idea!

Another trend is a white double bed. Snow-white furniture in a light and airy environment looks weightless and light. But there may be other options, for example, the use of contrasting white colors.

Also, the white bed is suitable for all interior styles: both for Scandinavian and for minimalism, a great option for art deco and classics.

Double beds with soft headboards flooded the internet. After all, not only the headboard is made soft, but the entire wall is determined for it.

Manufacturers already have a special line in the price list for soft panels.

Small apartments require compact placement of furniture to organize free space. For an ideal solution to this problem, you can make a bed with a lifting mechanism with your own hands, because this design has a considerable number of advantages. The most important of its advantages are reliability, versatility and practicality.

Preparation for any furniture making process consists of the following steps:

• drawing up a diagram or drawing of a future structure;
• preparation of materials and tools that will be required in the work.

The creation of the bed begins with the construction of the box. The most optimal material for it is chipboard. It is also possible to use materials such as particle boards or OSB. This choice is due to financial capabilities or personal preferences.

It is also required to select the material for the insides of the bed and upholstery. For the inner part, foam rubber is most often used. The cladding material is selected according to the overall interior design and personal preference.

To build a bed with a lifting mechanism with your own hands, you will need the following set of tools:

• building level;
• marker (pencil);
• roulette;
• electric jigsaw;
• grinder equipped with a disc for working with metal;
• screwdriver with a set of different attachments;
• hair dryer for construction;
• welding machine.

Tools

In addition to the listed tools, for work you will need a special stapler for furniture, steel strips, self-tapping screws, wooden slats.

It is also worth paying attention to the choice of the lifting mechanism. There can be 2 options in total:

• mechanical type, in which work is carried out due to the work of metal springs;
• gas type - work occurs due to gas springs-shock absorbers.

When installing a double bed, it is worth installing a gas-type lifting mechanism, since it is more endurance and strength.

Manufacturing steps

After the preparation of the necessary materials and tools is completed, you can start assembling a homemade bed. This process can be divided into several stages. Let's consider each of them in detail.

Main frame

A do-it-yourself lifting bed requires the preliminary manufacture of all parts of the main frame. Their list includes:

• side drawers, back, headboard, bottom for drawers when using chipboard (MDF);
• base frame made of wooden blocks;
• special flooring for the mattress, which can be prepared from wooden boards, slats.

All of the listed details must be prepared, pre-developed diagrams and drawings will help in this. The assembly of the prepared parts is carried out in the following sequence:

• the bottom for the boxes is attached to the frame made of bars;
• on the same frame, the side drawers and the rear part are firmly fixed, on which you can immediately install the flooring under the mattress;
• after that, the headboard is fixed.

In order to make it comfortable and safe on a bed made by yourself, it is worth using self-tapping screws and special corners.

Base materials

The assembly process of a bed with a lift mechanism requires the use of a large number of tools

The sides of the bed are attached using corners and screws

Lifting frame

The lifting mechanism is an important element of the transforming bed. It is thanks to him that access to the hollow inner part of the structure, which acts as a storage facility, is carried out. To create a lifting mechanism for the bed with your own hands, steel strips are taken as the base. They are assembled into a kind of movable structure and are equipped with pneumatic shock absorbers. Of course, in specialized stores you can buy a ready-made lift designed for a certain weight, but still experienced craftsmen prefer to design such an important product on their own.

So, to create a lift, you need the following elements:

• the upper bar, which, in order to secure it in the desired position, must be additionally reinforced with a bar made of angled steel;
• the base of the lift, consisting of two steel slats;
• height adjusters of the bed lattice, also consisting of two steel slats;
• lower bar with support function, which also simplifies the operation of the pivot points.

All elements used for the lift must be tested for strength, since the load when the bed grate is lifted to the ceiling is distributed over all structural parts.

Orthopedic base

Elements of the lifting mechanism

Hoist attachment

Do-it-yourself installation of a lifting mechanism on a bed consists of the following steps:

• the top bar of the lift must be attached to the bed grate using a bar made of rolled angle steel;
• attach to the top bar two bases of the lift, which are responsible for controlling the height of the bed grill along with the mattress;
• fix the lower bar on the main box;
• check the strength of all fastenings of the lifting structure.

Gas lift mechanism

Gas shock absorber mechanism

Spring mechanism

Installation of gas shock absorbers

Product casing

So, how to make a bed with your own hands, it became clear. Now you need to figure out how to sheathe the finished product. For this, the following materials can be used:

• leather (leatherette);
• fabric (velvet, velor and others).

In order for the casing to be more airy and soft, sheet foam rubber is most often used. To attach the materials used to furniture, you will need special glue and a furniture stapler.