Calculation of parts for a bed with a lifting mechanism. Do-it-yourself bed with a lifting mechanism: tools, materials and manufacturing options

Bed with lifting mechanism – best option for small apartments, which solves several issues at once. Firstly, space is saved significantly, and secondly, the bed can serve as a storage box for bed linen or clothes. Making such a mechanism at home with your own hands is quite simple and without unnecessary furniture costs. To get started, just select the right materials, look at the drawings and begin the step-by-step guide.

Required materials and tools

As in production, to start production you will need to correctly calculate the amount of material, choose the material itself and think about the dimensions. To start making, you will need:

Chipboard or OSB. Box base. Sheets made from these materials are cheap and easily available. The choice of density and rigidity depends on the wishes of the owner of the future bed.
Upholstery. The owner can choose the material for upholstery of the box according to his taste and design preference. Foam rubber with a hypoallergenic coating is most often used. This folding bed becomes soft.
Sheathing. It is recommended to use dense fabric that will not tear during installation (faux leather, velor, etc.).

Basic tools:

medium size level;
electric jigsaw;
welding machine;
screwdriver with attachments;
grinder for metal;
dryer (when using wood varnish).

Types of lifting mechanisms on the bed

There are three types of lifting mechanisms:

Gas. The rise occurs thanks to shock absorbers-springs. Silent and easy to lift mechanism, the box rises without the use of force.
Mechanical. Lifting occurs thanks to metal springs. The design is easy to install, but the service life is no more than 4 years.
Manual. Most a budget option, there are no problems in installation. Usually used for making adult beds, since in order to tilt the box you need to use manual force.

Drawings and measurements

Calculations are made for the base of a box 1800*2000 with a height of at least 40 cm, so that there is room for a compartment for things.

In total you will need three components, bars, corners and panels.

bars: 3 pieces with size 50*50*3000;
shields: 4 pcs with dimensions 18*400*2000 (2x) and 18*2000*1600 (2x);
mounting angles: 8 pcs with size 50*50*50, and 20 pcs 20*40*20.

During installation, it is necessary to measure the degrees of the angles so that the frame lies evenly and does not creak.

Drawing for a manual mechanism

Drawing of a mechanism with shock absorber springs

Important! For installation, drills of 2, 5 and 7 mm with wrenches of 10 and 13 mm are useful.

Bed with a lifting mechanism: step by step

DIY lifting frame:

Assembling the box and fastening the corners according to the drawings. All work is carried out on the floor to avoid distortions.
Treatment wood covering and gluing the corners with glue.
For large beds, a partition for support is installed parallel to the frame in the middle.
Inside the box, slats (20*80) are fastened with self-tapping screws and aligned along the bottom of the structure.
Slats are drilled along the bottom of the frame every 15 cm.
Processing of the structure begins.

Upgrading and securing the main frame:

Notches and uneven surfaces are sanded and varnished (if desired).
A plywood support sheet is laid on the lamellas.
Installed in corners metal corners.
The slats and bed legs are attached to the corners of the bottom. The screws go through the outside of the frame to keep the bed stable and strong.
Rubber or a piece of linoleum is glued to the legs to prevent the floor from being scratched.

Important! The spring mechanism carries the load on the frame, so that the bed does not sag, metal bases (slats) are placed on the base parts.

Spring mechanism fastening:

The fastener is attached to the base of the bed from the base part.
The lifting of the mechanism is adjusted.
The support strip is installed on the box.
Checking the functionality of the entire structure.

For the back you will need a sheet of material from which the frame was made.

Manufacturing:

Important: When cutting out a shape, you need to take into account that working with straight shapes is much simpler and easier. If the master does not have special skills, then the cladding may turn out sloppy.

Let's start with the sheathing. The materials for the upholstery of the finished bed are selected according to the personal preferences of the owner; leatherette, dermantin or thick fabric are mainly used.

Attention! For wooden structures, varnishing should be carried out before covering wood materials to extend the life of the bed.

Step by step guide:

Upholstery of the main frame and back.
To make the furniture decorative and beautiful, sheet foam rubber is glued along the perimeter of the structure.
The legs of the bed are covered with construction adhesive and attached to the finished bed.
You can trim the area around the leg with a construction stapler in two rows. The main condition is that the material must be wrapped so that the appearance is neat.
The finishing of the lower part is carried out without bending the material.
After all the parts of the bed have been upholstered, the corners are installed on the inside of the bed.

Before doing the work, you need to understand one thing: the most difficult thing in making a bed with a lifting mechanism is the drawings and calculations of the material. To ensure a decent result, it is recommended to watch video tutorials and advice from professionals in advance, who will tell you what the main mistakes are made during home installation. Ultimately, the owner of the stock can be convinced that the result is much better and more reliable than factory models. This is achieved thanks to all geometric and proportional compliance, which everyone selects to suit their needs and financial capabilities.

I realized that I no longer have the strength to sleep on a fold-out sofa corner. The sofa is old (8 years!!!), the filling is wrinkled in places, the back feels hard unevenness and hurts in the morning.

To begin with, my wife and I decided to drive around and look at shops and fairs for a bed + orthopedic mattress. We decided on the size of the sleeping area - 1400 x 2000. This is also suitable for the subsequent layout of the room.

The bedroom set (bed, wardrobe, bedside tables, etc.) is not suitable for us, because... The bedroom is small – 9m2. What remains is just a bed.

The prices were different - from 6500 rubles. (chipboard + plywood) up to 50,000 and above.

I liked something similar:

just without the headboard. (Soft sides without sharp corners + simplicity... in short, I liked it!)

The price of such a bed (without a lifting mechanism) is about 15,000 rubles. You can put a lift in the bed you like (more + 12000). Total – 27,000 rubles.

A lifting mechanism was needed because... The apartment is small and the presence of additional compartments for different things is a resolved issue.

I decided to make the bed myself (no experience, but I know how to work with tools).

An orthopedic base was found for 4,500 rubles.

Transformation system - elevator: 1200 rub.

I sketched out a sketch and thought about how everything would be arranged. I roughly calculated the lumber and went in search of boards for the sides and legs. ( Important: There are no solid boards of the required size. You need to buy a tongue and groove board (window sill or something similar). Without knowing this, I bought floorboard with veneer for gluing (thickness - 35 mm, width - 150 mm) at the rate of three boards per side. For the legs I took 100 x 100 mm timber. Upon purchase, all boards and beams were cut to size.

At home I picked up and glued (PVA-based carpentry glue) three boards: Long side – 2010 mm, short side – 1420+35+35=1490 mm. (I first estimated the gap with which the gas lift works - about 10 mm from the lifting bar to the wall of the bed to which the gas lift is attached. Hence 1420 mm). 35mm - board thickness.

The disadvantage of the floorboard is that it has a slight curvature - a “propeller” (take the window sill - it is straight). That’s why I spent a long time choosing and adjusting which boards would fit in what way.

As a result, I picked up and glued 4 boards. Board size: L1=L2=2010mm, L3=L4=1490mm.

Because the orthopedic base rests on 4 corners and a longitudinal plane in the middle, I glued another board that will serve as a support for the base. L5=2010mm

Leg size: L1=L2=L3=L4=450mm. The timber was damp and therefore cracked slightly while it was drying. But this did not affect the process and quality. It is important to let the wood dry. I made the bed slowly, so the legs had time to dry.

The sides of the bed needed to be rounded. This was done in two steps: 1 – electric jigsaw at an angle of 45°; 2 – with a belt sander (by eye).

Next, all sides of the bed were assembled using corners and screws. The difficulty was that the three boards turned out to be almost straight, and one of the sides (it was supposed to be placed with this side towards the wall) was a “propeller”. Therefore, the “straight” sides were attached first:

Coming to the 4th corner, we have this curvature:

The board was forced to fit and fastened with a long self-tapping screw into the end of the board:

Things are not going well at the bottom of this corner either:

Due to the fact that the bottom of the board was pulled to the side due to the “propeller”, a wedge was placed. From the outside, I simply cut off the protruding board.

I rounded the corners using the same technology: (the holes for attaching the legs are visible)

Since there are metal corners in the corners inside the base of the bed, there was a need for additional processing of the legs (grooves with a belt sander):

The holes for attaching the legs were measured and drilled. The height of the legs is the same as the width of the sides. Shift of legs downwards by 60mm.

Trial installation of legs:

All screws are in place: (There is room on top for an orthopedic base + a side to stabilize the mattress)

Pieces of linoleum were glued to the ends of the legs (top and bottom). From below so as not to scratch the floor, and from above for an orthopedic base:

After gluing the overlays, I glued and wrapped the legs with upholstery material, and secured the edges with a stapler. Holes for mounting screws are cut:

I set up the bed and figured out how the orthopedic base would fit:

This is approximately how it will open on elevators. There is no support board yet under the middle of the base. It moves down like the legs - by 60 mm.

Let's start tightening the sides of the bed. First, foam rubber S-10mm:

This down side sides of the bed. The foam comes from the edge of the board, because... There will be slats inside the base to support the plywood base of the drawers. The foam rubber is glued to the sides.

This is one of the corners. The foam rubber is turned, cut and nailed with a stapler.

The foam rubber is nailed on top with an overlap of approximately 3-4 mm.

When joining the foam rubber, an insert was used locally and by eye (it will not be noticeable):

This is how the side around the leg was finished. Bottom view:

(This is exactly that leg, in a crooked corner. This thickening is the wooden insert).

The leatherette was lined at the bottom with a slouch, without turning up. The width of the overlap is equal to the width of the slats that will hold the plywood bottom. At the top it was lined with a collar for beauty. I haven’t figured out how to start the corners yet...

The corners were brought in and secured. If there was leather, maybe it would be stretched beautifully with small folds.

This is what it looks like from the outside:

I turned all the corners. It turned out soft and rounded. At this stage I glued a strip of linoleum onto the support board.

I covered the ugly corners of the middle board with the remains of leatherette:

I check the tight fit of all four legs and the support board to the orthopedic base. (Note: The middle board is difficult to fit in one go. Do not rush to screw all the screws into the corners, screw 2-4 at a time and check the fit of the base).

The next stage is slats for the plywood bottom. I screwed slats with a section of 25x40 along the entire internal perimeter. Drill large holes in the rail for self-tapping screws.

Son Andrey helps. He lubricates the screws in soap, places them in the batten and hits them with a hammer so that the screw fits into the board. And I'm just spinning

Almost done…).

Since the resulting roller on top of the side slightly overlaps the orthopedic base, when lowered the base holds and does not fly up.

Gas shock absorbers are selected depending on the weight of the orthopedic base + mattress. My gas shock absorbers are rated for 80 kg.

We ordered a mattress and it finally arrived. Moisture-resistant cover on top:

The mattress lies high and the gap between the mattress and the base is visible.

CONCLUSION: It is necessary to move the legs and the middle support board not by 60 mm, but by 90 mm. This will allow the mattress to fit more tightly into the base.

All. The bed is ready. Estimated cost of materials (without mattress): 9 – 10 thousand rubles. We bought an expensive mattress because of back problems.

The bed has been tested. Very stable, nothing creaks. The wood used was dry and should not dry out.

IN small apartments Residents are faced with the issue of insufficient space for comfortable furniture for relaxation and storage of bed linen. In the limited space of a room it is difficult to place all the necessary furniture: tables, chairs, cabinets, wardrobes, beds. Good decision saving useful space and creating an individual interior is the independent production of a bed with a lifting mechanism, which combines 2 pieces of furniture - a bed and a bedside table.

A bed with a lifting mechanism is an excellent solution for a small room.

A homemade comfortable model is not inferior in quality and design to a piece of furniture made in production conditions, and sometimes even surpasses it in performance characteristics. For those who have some furniture making skills, making a modern, functional bed with your own hands will not be difficult. The implementation is carried out in several stages: a sketch is created, a frame is made, a box is formed, at the bottom of which the frame is placed, a lift is installed, and a pre-purchased orthopedic mattress is placed.

Advantages and disadvantages of homemade furniture

The advantages of the model with a lifting mechanism are:

use of environmentally friendly materials;
the presence of a wide box for bed linen;
equipped with a convenient mechanism that allows you to easily lift the block;
reliability;
practicality;
the ability to manufacture models of the required design, structure and size, ideally corresponding to the dimensions of the allotted area for installing the bed;
low material costs;
exclusivity;
simplicity of design;
functionality: a bed with a lifting mechanism can be built-in;
the orthopedic mattresses used allow you to comfortably support your torso during sleep;
ergonomics;
the ability to quickly and conveniently assemble the bed;
the degree of wear and contamination of linen is reduced.

The disadvantages include:

inaccessibility of the niche under the mattress while a person is resting on the bed;
production time;
if you have insufficient experience, you cannot avoid unexpected costs associated with the purchase additional material due to damage to the main material;
when making a double model, spring mechanisms will not withstand heavy loads; gas mechanisms must be used;
the possibility of only vertical lifting of the double model;
for each type and weight of orthopedic mattress is selected certain type lifting mechanisms.

Necessary materials and tools, creating a sketch and frame

To complete a model with a lifting mechanism, the following tools and materials are needed:

screwdriver;
Phillips screwdriver;
self-tapping screws;
bolts;
welding machine;
jigsaw;
Bulgarian;
stapler;
roulette;
plane;
drill;
board;
beam;
lifting mechanism;
upholstery fabric;
foam;
square metal profile 20x20 mm;
PVA glue;
orthopedic mattress.

First, they purchase an orthopedic mattress, taking into account the personal preferences of the owners. Then a sketch of the product is made, depending on the size of the mattress. The sketch shows the composition of the bed with side and end elements. The sketch looks like a box of 4 boards and 4 transverse parts to form the bottom for the frame. When creating a sketch, take into account the dimensions of the mattress. A mattress for an adult has a length of 180-200 cm, a width of 80-180 cm. The manufactured steel frame will increase the performance characteristics of the model, which is especially important in the production of a double model with large owners.

The frame is made from steel profile square section, additionally install several transverse posts in the longitudinal and transverse frame elements with a pitch of 600 to 900 mm. The blanks are cut using a grinder and connected welding machine. Vertical posts can be placed at some of the attachment points of the lifting mechanism parts. The frame-frame is equipped with a handle-ring made of leatherette.

Formation of a wooden box, installation of a lift, upholstery

This stage of work includes the selection and acquisition of suitable finished lift for the product. It can be placed at the head of the bed; the function of the mechanism is to lift the mattress from the foot end. For single and one-and-a-half-bed models, the lift can be placed in the side panel.

Now we create a wooden box, which is a kind of container for the frame. Work is underway to cut the side walls and bottom of the model to the required dimensions; wood, chipboard, and a jigsaw are used. The ends are connected using corners using self-tapping screws, or a tenon connection is made using PVA glue, and the diagonals must be checked. The box is ready. The frame is placed in it. Now the lifting mechanism is installed, its function is checked, and adjusted if necessary.

Finishing the outer surface of the side walls of the model is the final step in the manufacturing process. Upholstery fabric, leather, leatherette are used. Upholstery is done using furniture stapler. Laying foam rubber between the wood and the upholstery material creates airiness and the necessary volume. Finally, an orthopedic mattress should be placed on the bed.

A unique bed equipped with a block lifting device helps have a good rest, becomes a functional piece of furniture, participates in the formation individual style interior

Small apartments require compact placement of furniture to organize free space. To ideally solve 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 creation 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 for work.

Creating a bed begins with constructing a box. Most optimal material it is considered chipboard. It is also possible to use materials such as particle boards or OSB. This choice is determined by financial capabilities or personal preferences.

You also need to select the material for the insides of the bed and upholstery. Foam rubber is most often used for the interior. The cladding material is selected according to the overall interior design and personal preferences.

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;
construction hair dryer;
welding machine.

Tools

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

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

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

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

Manufacturing stages

After preparation necessary materials and the tools are completed, you can start assembling makeshift bed. This process can be divided into several stages. Let's look at 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);
frame for the base made of wooden blocks;
special flooring for the mattress, which can be prepared from wooden planks, rack.

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

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

To make the bed you made yourself comfortable and safe, you should use self-tapping screws and special corners.

Base materials

The process of assembling a bed with a lifting 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 a transforming bed. It is thanks to him that access is provided to the hollow internal part of the structure, which acts as a storage facility. To create a lifting mechanism for a 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 purchase a lift in finished form, 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 will need the following elements:

the top bar, which, in order to be secured in the desired position, must be additionally reinforced with a bar made of rolled angle steel;
the base of the lift, consisting of two steel strips;
height regulators for the bed frame, also consisting of two steel slats;
bottom bar with a support function, which also simplifies the operation of the hinged supports.

All elements used for the lift must be tested for strength, since the load when lifting the bed frame to the ceiling is distributed across all parts of the structure.

Orthopedic base

Lifting mechanism elements

Mounting the lifting mechanism

Installing a lifting mechanism on a bed with your own hands consists of the following steps:

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

Gas lift mechanism

Mechanism on gas shock absorbers

Spring mechanism

Installation of gas shock absorbers

Sheathing of the product

So, how to make a bed with your own hands has become clear. Now you need to figure out how to sheathe ready product. The following materials can be used for this:

leather (imitation leather);
fabric (velvet, velor and others).

To make the covering more airy and soft, sheet foam rubber is most often used. To attach the materials used to the furniture, you will need special glue and a furniture stapler.

Selection, drawings and design of the bed lifting mechanism

The convenient bed lifting mechanism allows you to lift the mattress with easy movements and gain access to the space underneath. What to store there is up to you to decide. Some people store winter clothes and clothes, others store bedding. There are plenty of options. But first you need to purchase or make a bed equipped with a lifting mechanism with your own hands.

In conditions of shortage square meters have to look for a way to extract maximum benefit literally from every piece of furniture. Even from a bed that seems to be intended only for rest and cannot perform any other tasks. But as practice shows, some furniture models are very multifunctional. For example, a bed with a lifting mechanism - it can be used both for sleeping and for storing all kinds of bedding. Do you think such a bed will cost too much? You're wrong - you can even make it yourself. And our photos, drawings and assembly videos will help you with this.

Preparation for installation
Bed assembly
Sheathing and finishing
Do-it-yourself bed with a lifting mechanism: video
Bed with a lifting mechanism: photo

Making a bed with a lifting mechanism should begin with the preparation of drawings, materials and tools.

If you are doing this kind of work for the first time, it is better to use ready-made furniture assembly drawings to avoid serious design errors that will cost you the functionality of the bed.

Materials and tools you will need:

Chipboard and MDF;
lifting mechanism;
screwdriver and screws;
jigsaw;
bars;
boards;

wooden slats;
furniture stapler;
upholstery material;
sheet foam rubber.

As for the lifting mechanism, it can be of two types:

Gas – operates using gas spring-shock absorbers. It can be blocking - with fixation in a certain position, as well as standard - without fixation. Main advantages: noiselessness, ease of operation, soft finishing.
Mechanical - operates using metal springs. The main advantage is the ability to adjust the operation of the lifting system by adding, removing, loosening and tightening springs.

Advice. If you are planning to assemble a double bed, choose a gas mechanism - it is more durable and durable.

Now you can start making furniture.

Bed assembly

First of all, you need to build solid foundation furniture. To do this, make:

sidewalls, drawers, headboards and bottoms for drawers - made of chipboard or MDF;
the frame for the base is made of bars;
mattress flooring - made of wooden boards and slats.

Then assemble the bed base from all these elements:

secure the bottom for future boxes on the timber frame;
install the drawers and sides on the frame, and on top of them - the mattress flooring;
secure the headboard to the base.

Use self-tapping screws to connect parts.

Then install the lifting mechanism. It is sold ready-made, so you only need to firmly attach the system to the nuts that usually come with it: first, the lower steel bar is attached to the timber frame of the base, and then the upper one is attached to the side.

Advice. If you want to get the most strong bed, install it on a steel frame: take the profile and cut it with a grinder into pieces of the required dimensions, and then weld the parts into a single structure - then fix the bed frame on it.

Sheathing and finishing

When the bed structure is ready, it needs to be sheathed. This is done in order, firstly, to hide the frame and frame elements, secondly, to obtain a comfortable and soft bed, and thirdly, to give the furniture an aesthetic appearance.

First of all, lay sheet foam rubber on the base - determine the optimal number of layers yourself. Cover it with upholstery material on top. It can be not only fabric, but also leatherette or leather. It is best to fasten the sheathing to the frame using a furniture stapler: its steel staples are firmly driven into the base, but at the same time remain unnoticeable on the sheathing, so they do not damage appearance furniture. Also don't forget to line decorative material and the sides of the bed. In those places where the finishing will often come into contact with the lifting mechanism, you can place small pads under the main material.

After covering, all that remains is to install the finishing fittings: support legs, wheels or rollers.

Thus, if you understand the instructions, then even making such a complex piece of furniture as a bed with a lifting mechanism will be a completely feasible task. So don’t rush to spend money on a store-bought product - with some effort, you can get an equally attractive model, but several times cheaper.

Do-it-yourself bed with a lifting mechanism: video

Bed with a lifting mechanism: photo

Main advantages

Let's start with what having a bed with a folding top and a special mechanism for easy lifting will give you:

The area under the mattress is usable for any purpose you choose. This is a full-fledged cabinet, only horizontally located;
The space allows you to place a decent amount of things, which eliminates the need to buy an additional chest of drawers or a large closet. This is especially true if the bedroom area is small;
The lifting mechanism ensures ease of movement that even a child can handle;
An ideal solution for fans of minimalism style;
Dust does not accumulate under the bed, children's toys or your dog's balls do not roll in there;
All bed sheets will be located permanently, so there is no need to move it from place to place;
The folding mechanism works quietly, without creating unnecessary noise;
For the right amount you get not only a bed, but also an additional wardrobe.

Design

In fact, making a bed with your own hands that is equipped with a lifting mechanism is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance.

The task is to build a frame with your own hands by combining selected materials for the bed, and equipping the mattress with a lifting mechanism. These mechanisms are purchased separately; you do not need to make them yourself. You just need to choose from the options available on the market.

The bed itself, which has a lifting mechanism, includes the following components:

Inset frame;
Lifting mechanism;
Accessories;
Mattress.

Self sleeping area can be done in three options:

From the curved metal pipes. Quite reliable and durable;
Made from wooden partitions. For this, flexible and durable wood is used, since the partitions will bear the main load;
Frame made of natural wood. It holds the mattress itself and other structural elements.

Types of lifting mechanisms

Since you want your double bed to have a folding mattress with a lifting mechanism, then you need to decide which system will be on your sleeping place and choose it. Or maybe even install it on the frame with your own hands.

There are three main types of lifting mechanisms.

Gas shock absorbers. The most convenient, reliable, but at the same time expensive option. Lifting such a bed with your own hands does not require much effort. If you are planning a double bed, you should choose only this type of mechanism, since it can withstand heavy loads.
On springs. The lifting mechanism, based on coil springs, is simpler to implement and more affordable from a financial point of view. Reliability is up to par. But springs can quickly fail with frequent use. Replacing them is not difficult, which is nice. Please note that such a folding mechanism is not suitable for a children's bed, since lifting will require effort.
On hinges. Most cheap option among all possible ones. As you already understand, there is no additional element, which would take on part of the load when lifting the mattress, is not here, unlike springs and shock absorbers. Therefore, you will have to lift the entire mass of the mattress yourself. Would you like to choose this option?

Project development

Since you decide to make a bed with your own hands, first you will need a drawing. That is, a detailed project that indicates all the dimensions, dimensions, materials used, and mechanisms.

Start with the basic frame. Here it is better to opt for a durable tree such as birch. But high-quality MDF is suitable as an alternative.
We still recommend making the frame for the mattress itself with a lifting mechanism from wood, since the load on it will be impressive.
For a sleeping place, use one of the three options presented above. Choose according to your taste and wallet.
There is no need to invent anything with the mattress. Just buy a ready-made orthopedic product.
The most difficult, but at the same time quite simple, situation is with the lifting mechanism for your bed. Among the options presented ideal solution There is only one thing - shock absorbers. Hinges are recommended only when budget project and when creating a single bed for a physically strong person.
Single beds can be made with vertical and horizontal lift.
A double bed can only be equipped with a folding vertical lift system.
Standard bed for two people it measures 180 by 200 centimeters. Focus on the dimensions of the selected mattress so that it matches the frame being created.
Having the drawing at your disposal, you can begin to manufacture the elements and combine them into a bed design with a lifting mechanism. Watch the video instructions first, which will help a lot.

Choosing a finished bed

If you don’t want to make a bed with a lifting mechanism yourself, you can do it easier - choose a finished product. Nowadays you can choose the most suitable ones for your bedroom various options, each of which has its own advantages, features and price.

To choose your furniture wisely, you should rely on several main criteria.

Dimensions. Take into account the number of people (2 or 1) who will sleep on the bed, as well as the available space inside the bedroom. An important point is the location of the structure in the room. Having decided on these questions, you can choose the optimal dimensions.
Mechanism. We have already presented the types of mechanisms to you. But they may have their own characteristics. Therefore, do it as simply as possible - when buying a bed, try to carry out the manipulations of raising and lowering the mechanism with your own hands. If everything went easily and without unnecessary discomfort, this bed suits you, you can choose it.
Appearance. Here you should rely entirely on the interior of your bedroom, your own taste and personal preferences.
Fittings and materials used. The better quality these elements are, the longer the bed can last. It’s not so easy to choose here, since budget furniture options can have an incredibly attractive appearance, which hides materials of dubious quality and durability. Here it is better to trust trusted stores and factories that have proven themselves well in the market.
Linen department. Lift the mattress and inspect inner space, designed to store things in your bedroom. It is advisable to choose to have it divided into separate sections. This way the box will receive additional screed, and therefore the load will be distributed more evenly. This is especially true for larger people.

The presence of a lifting mechanism makes the bed much more functional, allows you to discard some pieces of furniture, and provides an excellent place to store various things and clothes. But whether to make it yourself or buy a ready-made bed is up to you to decide.

DIY vanishing bed

Yes, that's what they sometimes call it. In most cases, such a bed is placed in a closet and is designed to save you free space.

There are two types of such products, and before we find out how to make a folding bed with our own hands, we’ll look at the drawings and all that, you need to understand all the intricacies of the design:

Vertical beds are usually placed in a special niche in the wall. You can hide it if you wish, for example, with colorful photo wallpaper.
Horizontal models, suggesting that not the head of the bed, but its left or right side will be near the wall. Often used in children's rooms. This is explained by the fact that the child needs a very small bed that can easily fit along the wall. In addition, the horizontal model is much easier to open.

What does a folding bed consist of - drawings

Let's look together at what a do-it-yourself folding bed will consist of, drawings for which are presented in this article. Perhaps the most important element is the mattress.

Fortunately, such a bed can “accept” almost everything. known varieties mattresses, but it’s better, of course, to choose for yourself orthopedic model.

There will also be in the bed special mechanisms, designed to raise or lower the structure. The effort with which you put the bed into a niche will directly depend on their quality. If it is high, then the model practically takes its original position.

Today there are three types of mechanisms:

Mechanical.
On springs.
On gas shock absorbers.

Folding bed - starting construction

If you plan to make your own folding bed and place it rationally, then during the day it will not take up space at all. Let's consider the main stages of its manufacture.

First stage.

We decide what we need for work: a frame, a lifting mechanism and, accordingly, a bed.

Second phase.

You should start with the frame, or box. It can take the form of either a cabinet detail or a separate room design item. When choosing material for the box, remember that your efforts will also be made to lift it, after the bed. That is why the wall to which the entire structure will be attached must be built of concrete in order to withstand such a load.

Stage three.

We fasten the box to the wall, based on the upper horizontal and the axis of rotation of the structure. In this case, the thickness of the walls located vertically is usually 2.5 centimeters, and horizontally - from 1.5 to 2.5 centimeters.

Stage four.

What exactly does the box consist of? Made of two main parts: a plinth and a shelf for support. Regarding the back wall, it is not necessary to do it at all. Well, unless you want to give your bed some kind of completeness, or something. If we want to get a high-quality folding bed with our own hands, then we need to use only chipboard.

Stage five.

All parts are fastened with self-tapping screws located 25 centimeters from each other. The back wall (if there is one) moves towards the box even before we secure it. The box must be placed on a flat floor.

Stage six.

We calculate the dimensions of our box. This process will be influenced by several factors: the size of the mattress and the bed itself, the thickness of the back, and so on.

Stage seven.

To make the bed we will need two side boards, two backs and a headboard. To secure the mattress to the bed, you can use strong straps. For other parts, mounting angles are used.

Stage eight, concluding.

We connect the bed to the box using a lifting mechanism. We recommend that you do not reinvent the wheel and purchase a factory lifting mechanism equipped with a gas spring. This part will allow you to fix the structure in almost any position you need.

So, we have looked at how to make a folding bed with your own hands, the drawings are also given in the article, all that remains is to give you some final tips. So, the base from old bed- this will save you energy and time.

But before assembly, you should consult with professionals so that your structure does not soon fall apart.

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How to make a wardrobe bed with your own hands? About the design

First let's look at the configuration of this type furniture. And it consists of only a few parts:

Base (bed). Steel frame (frame), which is fixed to the wall.

In this case, the base is attached to the bottom of the frame. This configuration is also called a “compartment bed” in the furniture industry. It can be attached to the frame on one of the short sides.

In this case, the furniture when folded will look like a cabinet. If the base of the structure is connected by a long end, then the product in this state can be used as a cabinet. However, no matter what type of wardrobe-bed it has, the main thing is that it is firmly fixed to the wall and does not “slide” to a horizontal position.

As we can see, the wardrobe-bed (a photo of the diagram of this furniture can be seen below) has a very primitive design. However, if you decide to make this product yourself, you should not abandon the drawing.

Draw a diagram of the location of all the workers and mechanisms, calculate the distances, all dimensions and make the calculation. This way, you will not only reduce the risks of creating a crooked design (as happens when creating a product from a drawing “from your head”), but also significantly reduce the cost of materials, since you will already know the exact number of metal corners and wood boards. When purchasing the latter, you should pay attention Special attention their quality, since the correct positioning of the mattress and your overall comfort during sleep will depend on them.

It should lie tightly on the boards. But at the same time, the mattress should be placed so that it can be easily removed if necessary.

Tool

Just like the work of collecting folding design bedroom furniture is connected with lumber, then the appropriate tool is needed:

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Materials

Based on the drawings of the wardrobe-bed with dimensions, I ordered cutting of MDF sheets from a furniture workshop.

I also ordered the finishing of the ends of all parts of the built-in bed assembly. The bottom of the sleeping bed is also the front wall of the closet. I also ordered its production from a furniture shop.

Details of the vertical body of built-in furniture made of 25 mm MDF:

side panels 45 x 220 cm – 2 pcs.

top vertical and horizontal panels 45 x 176 cm – 3 pcs. bottom wall 50 x 174 cm – 1 pc. supporting horizontal panel 45 x 180 cm – 1 pc.

Details of the built-in sofa made of 25 mm MDF:

side walls 43 x 218 cm, cross walls 43 x 174 cm, bottom façade 1760 x 2180 cm.

Other materials:

lifting mechanism with swivel leg – 2 sets with fasteners;

metal corners 50 x 50 – 26 pcs; frame dowel 10 x 122 mm – 2 pcs; confirmations 50 mm – 16 pcs; screws 30 mm – 40 pcs.

Step-by-step instructions on how to make a wardrobe bed with your own hands

After I brought home the materials and prepared the tools, I began to assemble the transformer bed cabinet with my own hands according to the drawings. The work was carried out in stages.

concrete wall

The vertical body box was assembled from the panels listed in the “Materials” chapter. I drilled holes at the ends and mating planes of the parts for installing confirmats. After screwing in the confirmats, I installed the body in a vertical position.

I secured the mounting angles screwed to the wall with screws. I assembled the bed frame, connecting the panels with confirmations.

drilled holes

Cost of materials

At the end of the work, I calculated the costs I incurred for making furniture.

The cost of making panels for assembling a built-in bed in a closet with your own hands. The area of MDF with a thickness of 25 mm was 11.55 m2:

side panels 45 x 220 cm – 2 pcs; upper vertical and horizontal panels 450 x 1740 mm – 3 pcs; bottom wall 50 x 174 cm – 1 pc; horizontal support panel 45 x 180 cm – 1 pc; side walls 43 x 218 cm; cross walls 430 x 1760 mm; bottom-facade 1760 x 2180 mm;

The total cutting length of MDF sheets is 20 p.

m. End finishing – 34 l.m.

The furniture workshop issued an invoice for payment for materials, for the work of cutting and trimming panels:

11.55 m2x 400 rub. = 4620 rub.;

m. x 30 rub. = 600 rub.;

m. x 5 rub. = 170 rub.

Total: 5390 rub.

The cost of other materials was:

lifting mechanism with swivel leg - 2 sets with fasteners = 3000 rubles; metal corners 50 x 50 - 26 pcs. = 52 RUR; frame dowel 10 x 122 mm – 2 pcs.

16 rubles; confirmations 50 mm - 16 pcs. = 20 rub.; screws 30 mm - 40 pcs. = 5 rub.

The total cost of materials was: 8483 rubles.

A combination of elegance and ergonomics

A convertible folding bed can last up to 60 years! Since the first model, many designs have been created: the bed can be folded horizontally and vertically, be two-tiered and have additional functions. For example, beds with tables and models with sofas are popular.

Vertical option beds are considered traditional. A horizontal bed is good for narrow rooms and rooms with low ceilings, for example, it can be installed in the attic.

After installing the bed-wardrobe, the room turns into:

bedroom-office; bedroom-living room; bedroom-children's.

When deciding to make an “invisible” bed, you should take a closer look at interesting ideas:

The transformer can be supplemented with convenient bookshelves.

A horizontally positioned folding bed can be easily attached to low modular furniture. A rather interesting solution is when the room is made in a Japanese minimalist style and the built-in bed looks like “shoji” walls.

A transformer in a teenager's room can become part of a cozy corner closet. In a children's room, it is sometimes convenient to make a two-tier wardrobe bed.

A transformer can have an unusual look if you make the decor yourself.

A retro-style space is charming! A wardrobe bed can appear in an apartment made in any style. For example, with the appropriate design and decor, it will look good in the sophisticated French atmosphere of Provence. Gray sliding doors will add the necessary textural contrast.

What do you need to know?

The transformer, which the simplest drawings give an idea of, consists of 4 key components:

lifting mechanism; heavy-duty magnetic clasp that prevents the bed from falling out; bed frame; cabinet.

Any modern mechanism designed for a wardrobe bed ensures easy folding.

The lifting system can be:

Spring mechanism. It typically consists of heavy-duty compressed steel springs in the bed frame that make lifting and lowering easy. But after several years of intensive use, the springs need adjustment.

Piston mechanism.

Unlike a spring device, pistons are safer, last much longer and break less. Each mechanism is designed for a certain weight. A pair of metal springs or a piston lift make it easy and safe to place the bed box into the frame. A secure latch will keep the furniture in the closed position. It is important to remember that the mechanism in creating a modern Murphy bed is the most important thing. Installing the hardware will likely be the most time-consuming part of the job.

Only correct installation According to the instructions, it guarantees reliable folding. If the mechanism for the bed-wardrobe is purchased in stores furniture fittings, an easy-to-understand installation diagram will definitely be included with the kit. A person who has ever made a cabinet or similar large-scale piece of furniture with their own hands will probably have all the skills to integrate a transformer into a wall. The process of making the piece of furniture itself includes: creating a closet that looks like a frame; a bed box to which the legs are attached. Beds that are hidden in a closet do not have heavy spring mattress structures. Typically, an orthopedic or regular mattress rests on a wooden platform, wire mesh or slats and is secured with elastic straps that hold it in place while the unit is folded vertically.

How to make calculations?

To create a bed, the most attractive option is to use a combination of high-grade plywood and solid wood. As already mentioned, on the sides of the cabinet designed to hide the bed, you can add bookshelves, and install halogen lighting in the upper part of the frame. The faceplate of a structure can look as simple as a sheet of plywood or be as complex as an object antique furniture.

The height of the legs, sides and the height of the part of the mattress protruding above the sides is the total height of the sleeping place, on which the depth of the cabinet structure depends. Usually it is approximately 450 mm (standard chair height) - it is comfortable to sit down.

Taking into account the thickness of the lifting mechanism, simple calculations can be made. If the mechanism has a thickness of 32 mm, then the gaps between the sides of the bed and the sides of the cabinet will be 32 mm on each side. Accordingly, the calculation takes into account the width of the bed, the thickness of the sides of the base, gaps for installing the mechanism and the thickness of the sides of the cabinet.

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The height of the closet depends on the length or width of the bed.

Work order

The biggest obstacle for many people is finding a place to do carpentry work. Therefore, it is worth considering assembling it in a garage or renting a special room for a while.

To make a transformer, you need to prepare the following tools for work:

centimeter tape; building level, square; electric drill; screwdriver; jigsaw; grinding machine; keys (hexagon); set of screwdrivers.

In addition, you will need quality materials. Based on the sizes, you need to make a list of them.

A mattress, regular or orthopedic, should be purchased immediately to check the dimensions of the bed frame and cabinet. Pillows are typically stored in a closet or chest of drawers rather than on the mattress when it is hidden.

The frame consists of 4 boards of the same height, which will serve as the sides of the bed. It is important to create an even rectangle with 90° corners.

The frames are connected using wooden pins coated with glue. After the glue has dried, self-tapping screws and furniture corners are used to finally fasten the sides together. You can nail a rail with a cross-section of 100x50 mm around the perimeter; it will serve as a limiter for the mattress.

The base can be made from a single piece of plywood or, for example, it can be knocked down from planks. There are many options. Important! Sometimes additional stiffeners may be needed.

At this stage, you can make decoration. The parts of the cabinet frame are fastened according to the same principle as the parts of the bed frame. When tilting the bed, the cabinet may simply fall to the floor. To avoid this, you need to attach it to load-bearing wall using metal corners. The fasteners are placed as high as possible on the sides. If the folding bed is hidden in the structure furniture wall, then the weight of the wall will be a good insurance policy; if the cabinet is located “across the board” between the ceiling and the floors, theoretically it will not be able to fall. You can make the legs yourself, ensuring they are built in using furniture hinges, or can be purchased together with the mechanism. The spring or piston mechanism is installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

What is a lifting mechanism and how does it work?

Beds with a lifting mechanism are very popular, which is not at all surprising, because they serve as both a bed and a chest of drawers. Thanks to a special design system, the bed easily turns into a convenient mini-wardrobe where you can store various things. As a rule, the system is quite simple: the berth is raised using a spring or a gas lift.

Both bed base lifting mechanisms work on the principle of creating a force that can move the bed into a horizontal or vertical position. The lifting device is a structure consisting of several steel strips that are assembled into a frame. The system is often equipped with locks to prevent the bed from folding inadvertently.

Types of lifting devices

There are three types of lifting mechanism.

Lifting mechanism for bed on coil springs. This is a budget option, but in practice it works well. The metal spring bears the brunt of the load, so it can wear out over time. Also, this type cannot withstand heavy loads on the stock.
Gas bed lift mechanism. It is more reliable and convenient. Thanks to this fastening, you can easily raise and lower the berth. The average warranty for gas elements is 5-6 years.
Hinged version with manual bed lift. This is the simplest type, but it is difficult to use because it requires a lot of strength to lift it on your own.

In general, it is obvious that the mechanism for raising the bed with gas shock absorbers is the most profitable and convenient way, although it is not cheap. Such a rookery allows you to use heavy orthopedic mattresses, but at the same time easily lift the sleeping element. Also, this mechanism has a long service life compared to others. A shock absorber for a bed with a lifting mechanism makes it possible for overweight people to use the bed.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantages of a bed that can turn into comfortable chest of drawers, such:

release free space in the bedroom due to the fact that linen, bedding, etc. can be stored at the base of the bed;
neat and aesthetic appearance;
reliable storage of things for sleeping, which come into less contact with environment;
no hassle with drawers, from which it is difficult to get pillows and blankets.

As for the minuses, there are only two of them. The first is that if you purchase a spring version, you will have to spend a lot of effort to raise the stock. The second is carrying capacity. Only the version with gas elements can withstand heavy loads.

Criteria for selecting a lifting mechanism

In order for the bed lifting mechanism to work efficiently and properly, the following details are important when choosing.

To summarize, we note that a bed with a lifting mechanism is a very successful and convenient option for owners of small bedrooms. Such a bed will visually increase the space of the room, giving it an attractive look.

Construction of a wardrobe bed and its mechanism

Making a wardrobe bed with your own hands is no more difficult than making a regular bed designed for an orthopedic mattress. It can be done as in the simplest and economical option, and have a reinforced design that will allow the bed to be used for a long time. However, all types of such furniture have the same, and very important element. This is a lifting mechanism for a wardrobe bed. Manufacturers produce these devices for almost any type of folding beds. You can purchase them for installation on single, one-and-a-half, double, and even bunk wardrobe beds. All of them differ not only in price, strength, or mechanism design, but also in the duration of operation, which can be up to 50,000 operating cycles.

Prepare the tool and select the material

Furniture manufacturing must always begin with the selection of materials and tools used in the process. Since most of the work will involve wood processing, the appropriate tool must be prepared. You will need:

jigsaw;
screwdriver;
roulette;
pencil;
construction hair dryer for gluing edges on chipboard.

The choice of material from which you will make a wardrobe bed depends only on your preferences and experience with this material. The simplest is laminated chipboard, with which most of the work is done various furniture, or OSB (oriented strand board) that replaced it. If you want to make your own stock from solid wood and have experience similar works, then no one is stopping you from making your own wardrobe-bed from wooden boards or panels.

We make a wardrobe bed with our own hands

This type of bed consists of three main parts:

Frame;
Bed base;
Wardrobe bed mechanism

The frame is manufactured not only as decorative element covering the bed on all sides and creating the illusion of a wardrobe, but also as the main part, bearing a considerable load during operation. The size of the frame should be such that the bed itself and the mattress fit freely into the niche and are completely covered by the walls on all sides. The finished frame is installed in the space reserved for the bed and securely fixed to the wall with dowels and screws.

We make the base of the bed according to the same principle as the frame, but taking into account the new dimensions. Remember that the raised base must fit completely into the frame and look like one piece with it. An excellent option would be to use a base for orthopedic mattresses. All you have to do is trim it laminated chipboard and install the lifting mechanism. It goes without saying that in this case the dimensions of the main frame must be selected taking into account the dimensions of the finished bed base with the mechanism installed on it.

After the frame is securely attached to the main wall, the base of the bed is completely ready, and the pre-purchased mechanism is attached to it, all we have to do is attach the mechanism to the frame. This must be done in such a way that when raising and lowering the bed there are no distortions, which sooner or later will lead to breakdown of the entire system.

Final stage, this is an adjustment of the mechanism, after which the bed should rise and fit into the niche without much effort, and when lowered, not fall with its entire mass onto the floor.