ZINUS 9 Inch Smart Metal Box Spring / Mattress Foundation / Strong Metal Frame / Easy Assembly, Twin

 ZINUS 9 Inch Smart Metal Box Spring / Mattress Foundation / Strong Metal Frame / Easy Assembly, Twin

•  Steel Interior Frame With Knitted Polyester Cover
• The last box spring you’ll ever need - Unlike a traditional box spring, the Armita is made of solid steel that comes together in no time.
• DURABLY ENGINEERED - Durable steel is used to construct the inside framework of this foundation; Twin size supports a maximum weight capacity of 350 pounds, while all other sizes can support up to 700 pounds
• HIGH PROFILE DESIGN - A 9 inch height is perfect for shorter mattresses or for those who enjoy their bed higher off the floor
• Thoughtfully packaged- All parts, tools and instructions are packed into one compact box that ships straight to your door
• Worry-free 5 year limited warranty included; Box spring only, a bed frame or platform bed is required to support this foundation and is sold separately

How to Build a Platform Bed

A platform bed is a type of bed that does not use a box or a metal frame. Instead, it consists of a wooden platform and a mattress, sometimes with sides, headboard or drawers. Platform beds have been around for centuries, while Box beds are newer, being somewhere between 150 years old. Platform beds can be simple or decorated. First-time woodworkers usually find this a very simple project.

Steps


1
Measure your mattress. Your platform should be 2-3 cm wider and longer than your mattress. So when you place the mattress on the finished platform bed, there will be approximately 1 cm of platform on each side.


2
Subtract 30 cm from the length and width of your mattress to get measurements for the base of your platform. The base should be smaller than the platform to prevent you from hitting your toe on the base when lying down.


3
Gather your materials. In addition to the wood for the platform bed, you'll need a variety of tools and accessories, including painting and sealing accessories.


4
Build the platform base using a 38X184 or 38X235 wood board. Take things like floor heaters, outlets, and the height of your mattress into account when deciding your platform height.


5
Cut the woods to the correct size for the base and arrange them into a rectangle. Measure and cut 2 or 3 cross pieces, depending on base size, to fit inside the rectangle. Space the cross pieces at regular intervals.


6
Attach the base using wood screws. Drill guide holes for screws in each wood and apply carpenter's glue to the cut edges to help seal the joints. Use a square to make sure all wood is at 90° angles.


7
Place small pieces of wood in the spaces between the cross pieces and screw them into place to help stabilize the base. Fit the pieces correctly.


8
Allow time for the glue to dry. Cover the screw heads with wood putty, then paint or stain the outside of the base.


9
Mount the platform in the same way as the base, remembering that the length and width of the platform will be 30 cm longer than the base.


10
Place the platform on the base, center carefully, and screw it where the platform boards meet the base boards. Use long deck screws, remembering to drill guide holes to keep the wood from cracking.


11
Attach an MDF board to the top of the platform. Carefully apply carpenter's glue to the edges of the wood board and screw the MDF to the deck, taking care that the screws do not pinch the MDF.


12
Attach edge tape to the MDF board to hide unfinished edges.


13
Allow time for the glue to dry, cover the screw heads with wood putty, then stain or paint the platform.


14
Finished.


Tips

• Buy a mattress that is 6 inches taller than the tallest person who will sleep on it. As people change positions during sleep, they can often be on the verge of falling off a mattress that is too small.
• Ask for quality finished wood for your platform bed. Soft wood (pine) is easier to work with and can be varnished or even painted after being properly conditioned. Hard wood is more attractive, but harder to cut and drill. If you're sure of your measurements, consider having your MDF board cut out at the store or locksmith.

Notices

• Never assume you know your mattress measurements. Even among standard sizes, there are some variations; if you build your deck the wrong size, it will be difficult to make a change, if not impossible.
• Build your platform bed in the room where it will be used. Depending on the size and design, you may find that a platform bed built in the garage won't fit through the doors when you try to bring it into the bedroom.
• Don't buy your wood the same day you plan to build your deck. Instead, buy them two weeks in advance and keep them. Do not stack the boards, but support them against a wall, placing small pieces of wood between the planks, letting the air circulate.

Necessary materials

• Wood veneer finished to a high standard;
• MDF;
• Wood and deck screws;
• Carpenter's glue;
• Wood putty;
• Circular saw;
• Miter saw;
• Drilling machine;
• Screwdriver;
• Square;
• measuring tape;
• Liners or tarpaulins;
• Painting and sealing supplies.