Installing the retractable bed involves different steps that must be followed rigorously. Attaching to a supporting wall is one of them. How to proceed ? How does a Murphy bed work? Brackets capable of supporting heavy loads must be attached to the retractable bed. Then, these brackets will be hung on the wall using specific dowels.
Why attach a Murphy bed to the wall?
Among the retractable beds, there is a so-called “freestanding” model that is easy to integrate into the space of your choice. This structure does not require wall mounting but its dimensions are much more imposing. If you want a bed cabinet with a shallow depth, it will need to be fixed to the wall . For what ? Because the folding sleeping system, with the mattress and the box spring, is heavy. It is important that the structure which houses it is firmly anchored to the wall as it could tip over. Another essential point: it must be a load-bearing wall and not a placo or plaster partition.
To perfectly secure a wall bed, it must be correctly mounted and above all perfectly fixed to the wall. If the most DIY enthusiasts go so far as to make their own retractable bed , the uninitiated will have to take some precautions before getting started. Particular care must be taken when assembling the bed first. You will need to assemble the bed and the wardrobe, but also the jack mechanism which allows you to lower and raise the bed.
Fixing it to the wall is then of great importance since your safety is at stake. If the assembly instructions for your cabinet tell you how to fix it, they will not allow you to establish with certainty that the work has been carried out correctly. Use fixings adapted to the nature of the wall and carefully check that everything is perfectly attached.
Properly attach a folding bed to the wall
The principle of fixing a wardrobe bed to the wall must take place before installing the wardrobe bed frame and the mattress. The structure of the furniture must in fact be perfectly stable and anchored to the floor and wall before continuing operations. The brackets can be located above the box or at the rear depending on the model. Once securely attached to the furniture, they must be screwed to the wall using suitable dowels.Fixing the retractable bed to the wall: precautions to take
Several precautions should be taken when installing your bed cabinet. It is important to choose the type of fixings according to your wall. Indeed, depending on the materials of the wall, the system will not necessarily be the same. If you have any doubts, the easiest way is to have your foldaway bed cabinet installed by professionals . You will thus have the guarantee that the work is carried out in a compliant and safe manner.
One of the advantages is that most often, the brand where you buy your foldaway wardrobe bed offers an installation service, by expert installers. Additional security for you, especially if the foldaway bed is used daily by a child...
OPT FOR THE SERVICES OF AN EXPERT TO INSTALL YOUR WALL BED CORRECTLY
The delivery and installation option for your wall bed is an ideal solution for perfect and completely safe installation of your furniture. Professional fitters will come and install your retractable bed at your home. They ensure that the bed is perfectly fixed and that it poses no risk to you or your children.
These fitters are accustomed to the mechanics of retractable beds and offer you a fast and careful service. In addition, they clean and get rid of empty boxes and packaging once the work is completed.
CHOOSE A MATTRESS SUITABLE FOR YOUR WALL BED
On most Murphy beds, the mattress is an option. Opt for a quality mattress to ensure optimal sleeping comfort. The wall beds can accommodate mattresses up to 25 cm thick for total comfort.
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