How to Build & Assemble An Ottoman Bed?

Introduction

An Ottoman bed is a marvelous piece of furniture to be used in the bedroom, both a functional and a decorative one. It also provides a lot of space to store items under the bed frame, which is perfect in case one wants to utilize more space in their room. Recently, you have bought an Ottoman bed at Furniture For You Ltd, and you may be wondering how you will assemble it. In this tutorial, we will take you through step-by-step procedures to get an Ottoman bed, be it a single, double, or king-size bed frame.

Advantages of Ottoman Bed.

Not to jump into the mechanism of assembly, it should be known why Ottoman beds are so popular:

• Storage Solution: Ottoman beds come with a lift-up operation and present ample storage underneath the bed. It will be ideal to keep spare bedding, clothes, or seasonal accessories, and you will not clutter your bedroom.
• Space-Saving: You will not require extra storage units or cabinets as the storage area will be integrated into the frame, and therefore, this saves space.
• Aesthetic Appeal: Ottoman beds are available in different designs; thus, they are not only practical beds, but they also give a touch of modern design to your room.

So we now have the method of putting your Ottoman bed together.

Tools You’ll Need

Get the following tools ready before you start to put your Ottoman bed together:

• Hand (or electric screwdriver)
• Allen wrench (should be in the bed frame)
• Hammer (on tapping fingers on some pieces, should it be needed
• Blue pliers (in case of some metal links)
• Healthy working space

Step-by-Step Guide to Assembling an Ottoman Bed

Step 1: Unbox and Organize the Pieces

None of the parts of the Ottoman bed can be hurt. You are usually going to find:

• The bedframe
• Gas lift (where used)
• Bed slats
• Side rail
• Other part (ottoman board)
• Hinges and screws
• A headboard (when it is there)

Please keep all the parts organized so that you do not lose any of them while you are putting them together.

Step 2: Bed Assembly Frame

Begin with the installation of the bed frame. This is commonly done by linking the side rails with the headboard and footboard. You can easily do that as follows:

• Install the side rails: The screws and bolts present in the package should be used to fix the side rails to the headboard and footboard. Take the screwdriver or power drill to make sure that the screws are put reasonably tight. Each side should be in the proper place before tightening
• Fit the support beams: The next thing that has to be fitted is the central support beams that are present in your Ottoman bed. To further support and avoid sagging of the bed, the support beams are provided and will be most effective with bigger sizes, such as the king or queen-sized beds.

Step 3: Fit the Ottoman Lift Mechanism

This would be the most crucial part in the process of transforming your bed into an Ottoman one. The lift system is designed to enable the lower part of the bed to be detached to provide space for storage solutions. These are the instructions:

• Install the lift mechanism: Fix up the gas lift mechanism to the metal brackets in the side rails or base frame. In case of the bed that has a hydraulic lift, you will be required to join the gas pistons to the appropriate points.
• Install the screws: Take the screws you have in order to fit the lift mechanism to the bed frame. Tighten the same way and ensure that the pistons are attached well.
• Test the mechanism: After installing the mechanism, check by soft lifting the bed base. The pistons are then supposed to interact with the base so that it rises to show the storage area.

Step 4: Assembly Bed Base of the Ottoman

The part that will rise is the bed base (ottoman part) by using the lift. Put in the bottom by:

• Fitting of the base: Set the base of the ottoman to fit with the lift mechanism and fasten it. Certain beds have a fixed foundation and others will need you to screw in slats or solid base panel
• Make it stable: Look and make sure the base attaches correctly and in the appropriate way to the remainder of the bed. Any misalignment may interfere with the operation of the lift mechanism.

Step 5: Slats installation

It is the slats that hold the mattress. The slats are typically located horizontally over the bed frame.

• Lie the slats: Lie the slats on the surface of the frame. The slats could be screwed onto the frame or merely laid down on top of the frame depending on type of the ottoman bed.
• Fix the slats: In case the slats are not fixed properly, fix the slats by mounting them on the side rails. This usually is possible using screws or clips.

Step 6: Headboard (If included)

In case you have an Ottoman bed with a headboard, it should be attached by doing the following steps:

• Centre the headboard: Have the headboard on the back of the bed frame.
• Fasten the headboard: With the given screws, perch the headboard to the bed frame. Ensure that it is secured well and permanently.

Step 7: Test the Ottoman Lift

 After assembling the bed, it is time to check the Ottoman lift mechanism.

• Raise the bed base: Raise the bed base to reach the storage place with care. There should be an easy movement of the gas lift to lift the base without any friction. There is the possibility that you have to exert some strength when making use of the lift in case the bed on which it is placed is heavy.
• Look for problems: When the bed base will not go up correctly or the gas pistons are wobbly, unplug the bed base and reconnect everything, and ensure it gets tightened down tightly.

Step 8: Put the Mattress and Enjoy

Once you have formed your Ottoman bed, the last thing you should do is to top up the bed slats or bed base with a bed mattress. After this is done, inspect the lifting mechanism once more on top of the mattress to make sure it is still running smoothly. Your Ottoman bed is ready to make use of!

Tips for Assembling an Ottoman Bed

• Recruit assistance: It may be a bit cumbersome to assemble a bed frame, particularly in a larger size, such as a king-size bed or a double Ottoman bed. It is also worth a tip to have the second person assisting you, particularly when placing the heavy parts.
• Take Directions: Each bed model could be just a little different. Nevertheless, never make any mistakes in the use of the Ottoman bed and follow the special instructions given with it.
• Proper Tools: Do not use wrong tools that will break the bed frame or the screw. You can make it easier with the help of a power drill with the attachments, in case you are not sure.
• Safety First: In case you are having a hydraulic lift system, then make sure you are familiar with all safety regulations. Lift pistons are strong and should be treated safely.

Why Choose Furniture for You Ltd?

Furniture For You Ltd, as an expert in the furniture industry, believes in manufacturing high-quality furniture and accessories. Our product category consists of stylish but practical Ottoman beds, which serve the purpose of providing comfort and storage effectiveness. We provide instructions to set up our beds easily so that this process can be as straightforward as possible. Besides, we provide technical assistance in case you experience some problems when assembling.

Conclusion

It may appear to be stressful when assembling an Ottoman bed, but when the proper tools are used and instructions followed, the entire process may become satisfying as a do-it-yourself project. After reading the above guide, you will have managed to save money that you would have used to hire people to assemble your Ottoman bed, and you will feel proud that you assembled your Ottoman bed with enough storage space by yourself.