Decorating the interiors of residential premises is a complex and extremely responsible task. The furnishings should provide maximum comfort for household members and be functional. Particular attention is usually paid to the equipment of the sleeping area. The dimensions of the premises do not always allow the installation of comfortable and roomy beds. In this case, transforming structures come to the aid of the owners. One of the varieties of such structures is a bed built into a closet.
Folding bed built into the closet
Manufacturing stages
The procedure depends on the type of model selected. Among the general stages are:
- cutting parts of the chair-bed strictly according to the drawing, grinding surfaces, trimming, drilling holes for corner fasteners and the transformation mechanism;
- assembly of the case, installation of folding elements;
- covering the chair with soft filling;
- textile covering.
Cutting out the parts
At this stage, parts are cut out of the timber to assemble the frame of the chair-bed, and the sidewalls (armrests) are cut out of chipboard or its analogues with a thickness of 18 mm or more. Thin but durable plywood is sawn into squares that cover the folding parts. All parts are polished, impregnated with antiseptics, and dried. The stage ends with marking and drilling holes for self-tapping screws.
Housing assembly
Work begins with assembling the base of the chair. After this, the back and 2 supporting sides are sequentially screwed to the bottom with self-tapping screws. Retractable or folding elements are assembled after checking the stability of the main body. The chair transformation mechanism is fixed last, in specially cleaned areas.
Sheathing
At this stage, the assembled structure is sequentially:
- It is pasted over with pieces of foam rubber from 2 to 10 cm thick.
- Sheathed with pre-cut textile blanks with a margin of at least 1.5 cm at the edges.
- Decorated with armrests (if available).
Tips for choosing a transformable wardrobe bed, design advantages
The work is carried out using glue and a furniture stapler. In most cases, the textiles are stretched over the parts with fastening to the bottom of the timber frame. At the request of the owners, the chair-bed is decorated with an additional removable cover, made upon completion of the remaining work.
Installation of the transformation mechanism
To assemble a chair-bed, any ready-made transformation mechanism can be used. Of the offered range (over 15 varieties), the models presented in the table are best suited for these purposes.
| Name, brief description | Maximum load, kg/ Availability of linen box | Layout method, advantages or limitations |
| “Dolphin” - a simple pull-out unit with a sun lounger in a hidden drawer | 200/no | The secret drawer and additional section are pulled out using straps. The length is limited by their size, the mechanism is better suited for sofas and corner models than for regular chairs |
| “Eurobook” is a reliable and simple mechanism with durable wooden guides, a system of rollers and wheel supports in the front of the chair | 240/yes | The seat extends towards itself after removing the back cushions |
| “Tick-tock” - with smooth guides, holding 2 identical elements (back and base) | 240/yes | Easy movement up and forward, with the backrest lowering into the vacant space |
| “Telescope” - a roll-out or retractable design that folds 3 connected pillows forward | 180/linen compartment is allowed only on wide models | The front section rolls forward, the headrest rises from the backrest, and a seat cushion fits into the free space |
| “HODRY” – draw-out mechanism with electric drive | Up to 200/yes | Transformation is performed automatically after pressing a button on the remote control |
The above list is far from complete. When assembling a chair-bed with your own hands, you can safely use the Sedaflex, Mixotoil, Spartak, Puma, and Accordion systems. The main criteria when choosing are cost, the possibility of using a linen box, the height of the steel space, compliance with the selected dimensions of the furniture
You also need to pay attention to the admissibility of daily use (not all mechanisms are provided for, in some cases there is no need for frequent layout)
"Dolphin"
"Tick-tock"
"Eurobook"
"Telescope"
"HODRY"
Type of mechanism
To ensure that the bed can be easily disassembled and stored in a closet, several types of lifting and folding mechanisms are installed.
Depending on their financial capabilities and preferences, customers can be offered three device options:
- mechanical, reminiscent in principle of operation of the mechanism for folding shelves on a train (they are rarely used);
- spring ones, which perform well during operation, but their service life is limited;
- the most modern systems with gas shock absorbers, allowing the transformation process to be carried out as silently and smoothly as possible.
It is recommended to select the force of gas lifts based on the proposed table.
Gas lift power for horizontal beds
Gas lift power for vertical beds
Making a lift bed
A bed that can be folded saves a huge amount of space in the apartment.
Taking into account the measured data, a bed assembly diagram is drawn up.
How to make this design:
project preparation (drawing the drawings yourself or selecting the desired diagrams on the Internet, purchasing materials and tools); be sure to pay attention that there is a sufficient number of plates (lamellas); the bed frame is placed on reliable wooden beams; side markings are made; installation of the monolithic bed structure begins; a front panel is attached on top of the structure (this is the bottom - it can be covered with a laminated chipboard sheet); the bed frame is fixed to the wall; a lifting mechanism connects the body and the bed itself; We make boxes for clothes according to the drawing. The set of accessories depends on the selected product model
You need to think through everything in advance, make a list of necessary elements for assembling furniture
The set of accessories depends on the selected product model. You need to think through everything in advance, make a list of the necessary elements for assembling the furniture.
Transformer with lifting mechanism
A feature of the built-in transformer furniture is the presence of special mechanisms, with the help of which the closet, with a slight movement, turns into a spacious bed for comfortable rest and sleep.
When assembled, such furniture looks like an ordinary wardrobe. And when disassembled, it turns into a soft and warm bed. Before you start making this furniture, you should decide on its type of construction.
According to the type of location, the wardrobe-bed can be:
- vertical . This option is the most common. You can make a folding product from different materials, any sizes and designs. The furniture will fit harmoniously into the living room, bedroom, children's room;
- horizontal . This type of design is most often chosen for children and teenagers. As a rule, horizontal models are not particularly large in size.
The wardrobe bed can be made in any stylistic direction. This furniture fits harmoniously into classic and modern interiors. Its sizes range from a small single bed to a large bunk model.
To assemble transformer furniture you will need to prepare the main components :
- lifting mechanism;
- Heavy-duty magnetic clasp to prevent the bed from falling out;
- bed frame;
- closet.
The lifting mechanism is:
- springy _ Consists of durable compressed steel springs installed in the bed frame. This system ensures smooth and easy unfolding and folding of furniture;
- piston _ It is considered more durable, strong and reliable.
Important . When choosing a spring mechanism, it is necessary to take into account the weight of the product.
Tips for choosing
In order to engage in a hobby or work with comfort and pleasure, you need to consider several nuances when choosing furniture:
In spacious rooms, it is advisable to equip a permanent corner work area near the window. This arrangement has two significant advantages. Firstly, this is natural light, and secondly, the cutting corner table will take up a minimum of space. If you use heavy professional equipment in your work, it is recommended to choose a sewing table with reliable metal supports. In small apartments it is advisable to install compact and mobile transforming tables
IKEA offers a wide range of similar furniture, so setting up a work area anywhere is not difficult. It is important to consider the size of the sewing machine itself and the mobility of the design.
For spacious rooms, a large, massive table with a place for ironing would be an excellent solution.
For small rooms, you should choose the most compact models
Universal sewing table
This sturdy table with plenty of work space is suitable for a variety of sewing machines. If you buy a similar model in a store, it can cost three times more than a sewing machine and requires an insert, which also costs a lot of money. In this case, the machine shelf is fixed but can be adjusted to suit the specific machine. The upper part can be adjusted to suit different machine sizes. The prototype for the universal sewing table was a rectangular frame with legs made from an old pallet. The height of the top part 60x120 is 30 cm from the floor. The top is shaped like an "L" and the cutout is retained to fill the hole when used as a table.
- The shelf to support the machine is smaller than the hole so cords can fit between the shelf and exit out the bottom of the table. The convenient design allows you to slide the shelf to support the machine back just enough so that the scraps fall through the gap into the waste bin below the table.
- When sewing, some machines require access to a lever to retract the feeders. The large opening and hinged top allow you to install an additional tray if you are not using the insert. The legs are removable and can be stored inside the frame.
- To increase the work surface, an additional rectangular sheet can be attached to the front of the machine. There are several options for resolving this issue. One was to build a drawer that slides out and supports the front sheet.
Photo source www.instructables.com/id/Versitable-for-Sewing
How to make a transforming sofa bed with your own hands
To create this sofa you will need the following tools:
- drill and various drills;
- hacksaw;
- screwdrivers;
- furniture nails (screws, self-tapping screws);
- tape measure and pencil;
- grinding materials.
Materials you will need:
- boards;
- plywood;
- hinges (or other mechanism);
- dye;
- varnish
It is necessary to select well-dried raw materials, otherwise the furniture parts may become deformed after assembly.
How to make a drawing of a transforming sofa bed with your own hands:
- the diagram must demonstrate the monolithic structure and each part separately, including the smallest elements;
- the correct drawing will make it possible to calculate the amount of material needed;
- It is also possible to find suitable projects on special resources on the Internet.
Drawings and diagrams must be made to a strict scale and clearly correspond to reality.
Installation is carried out as follows:
- We form a supporting structure from the boards and secure it with screws;
- we strengthen the box with transverse bars;
- we fix the casing at the end, and where the drawing suggests;
- attach the front pillar;
- We place a cross beam, focusing on this element, and attach an end board on top;
- we attach the plywood to the box (reinforce it with boards);
- We make a folding element from plywood, simply attach it to the end with a board;
- Now we connect the two parts with a lifting mechanism.
All dimensions should be clearly defined in advance.
Legs and headboard
The main requirement for the legs of a transformable wardrobe-bed is mobility. They should freely rotate 180 degrees. Metal products are the most convenient, especially if they are connected to each other by one strip. Installation nuances:
- Determine the length of the legs - measure the distance between the floor and the box.
- To calculate the length of the strip, calculate the width of the mattress box.
- Buy ready-made legs in the store or make them yourself - weld, clean, and varnish.
- Make through holes on the supports and the box for fastening.
- Fix the legs in the plank, reaching the middle of the wooden beam.
The final stage is to check the mobility of all 4 supports. They should be hidden in the assembled wardrobe, and when unfolded, scroll so as to create a stable base for the bed. The bar connecting them holds the mattress on the mattress pad.
Characteristics of the table-bed, types of transformers and their sizes
The most practical and easiest to make headboard is made of foam rubber or synthetic padding. The optimal height is from 60 to 100 cm. This way you can sit on the bed like on a sofa, leaning your back on the soft part.
You can make a headboard in the following way:
- Fold a piece of foam rubber with the required parameters into several layers, cover it with a suitable fabric - eco-leather, velor, flock.
- Attach the upholstery to the frame or directly to the wall, since in the assembled position of the transformer it will still not be visible.
To simplify the care of textiles, the covering is made removable, with hidden pockets. This way you don’t have to wash the headboard along with the filling. If a wardrobe bed is made for a child, not only the top part should be soft, but also the side walls. It is important to ensure that the height of all parts is consistent.
Wardrobe bed
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Wardrobe-bed-sofa Blues
Dimensions: width 1520 mm, height 2140 mm, depth 1050 mm (depth 2140 when unfolded). The wardrobe, bed, sofa transformer, is a representative of the bedup furniture family, which is sold ready-made (you can choose the color of the fabric of the covers, the color of the chipboard and photo printing on the facades. The dimensions remain unchanged). Therefore, they have the best price in Moscow compared to their competitors. We produce them ourselves, so we can offer a 5% discount to everyone who comes to our salons. The lifting bed mechanism on gas elevators easily turns a sofa into a double bed. In production, high-quality chipboard and time-tested mechanisms are used.
A transformable wardrobe-bed with a sofa performs three functions in an apartment at once: it saves space, provides a sleeping place and a sofa for sitting during the day. Price: 61,493 rubles. Order
Wardrobe-bed No. 11664.
Dimensions: width 4180 mm, height 2500 mm, depth 600 mm (wardrobe bed in the center). Width: 1700 mm, height: 2500 mm, depth: 500-200 mm (cabinet on the left with a bevel). The following materials were used in production: the front part is sliding doors of the ARISTO aluminum system, French walnut. The body of the product is made of EGGER H1709 laminated chipboard, French walnut, PVC edge 2mm thick. in the color of chipboard, REHAU.
The wardrobe with built-in bed was custom made according to an individual design. There is a beautiful photo print on the front, and there is plenty of storage space in the closet that surrounds the lift-up bed. Price of the entire order including delivery and installation: 188,933 rubles. Order
Wardrobe bed No. 11495.
Dimensions: width 900 mm, height 1900 mm (bed). The wardrobe bed with frame measures 1050 mm in width, 2100 mm in height and 450 mm in depth. The following materials were used in the manufacture of the order: the cabinet body is made of EGGER H1215 laminated chipboard, brown Kasino Ash, framed with a 2mm PVC edge. H1599 Tyrolean Beech Chocolate. On the front of the bed, a combination of two colors of laminated chipboard N1215 Ash Kasino brown and U627 Avocado was used. The central part of the facade is made of ALU-STYLE champagne frame with an insert of FRIZZZ brown plexiglass.
In a small children's room it was necessary to fit a wall for a TV, a sleeping place, a folding sofa and a sports wall bars; only transformable furniture could cope with this, so a wardrobe-bed was made to order in the required dimensions. The cost of the order, including installation and delivery, was 118,630 rubles. Order
Wardrobe with beds No. 12239.
Dimensions: width 3660 mm, height 2550 mm, depth 600 mm (entire cabinet). The sleeping area of the beds is 800 mm by 1900 mm. The following materials were used in the manufacture of furniture: the furniture body is made of EGGER laminated chipboard ( color F509 Aluminum
), on the front of cabinets, drawers and mezzanine shelves, a combination of colors U527 Royal Blue, U321 Chinese Red and U630 Lime was used. On the facades of the folding beds there is a photo print of a geometric print in a similar color scheme to the previously described colors. The mezzanine shelves above the bed are raised using the Klock Wood mechanism (Hungary).
The furniture wall was made for two teenagers. Taking up little space, she provided two beds and plenty of shelves for storage. When unfolded, the wardrobe-bed is a comfortable sleeping place with an orthopedic mattress, in no way inferior to ordinary beds. Thanks to the metal structure of the base, the mattress does not sink like on beds with wooden ribs, which has a beneficial effect on the spine and allows you to completely relax and get a good night's sleep. The lifting mechanism is based on gas shock absorbers, which ensures noiselessness, lightness and smooth operation of the structure. Price for a wall with wardrobe beds: RUB 190,000. Order
About serious and funny
So what's so exciting about the "invisible" bed design? Is this really a bed? Or is it a closet? A huge mattress can be neatly hidden, is it really easy to do? Yes! And the transformer was not invented yesterday, but at least a century ago. According to legend, the device's inventor, William L. Murphy, lived in a studio apartment in San Francisco. The moral code of those times did not approve of women who dare to enter a man’s bedroom, so the savvy guy turned the bed into a closet and his room into a living room, not forgetting to obtain a patent for the invention in 1900. However, at this very moment, Thomas Jefferson already had his beds hanging on ropes and hooks in the bedroom alcoves. Murphy is said to have married the very girl who inspired him to transform the apartment.
Changing your living space today is seen as a lifestyle choice, and a folding transforming bed solves multi-tasks. Modern versions of various models can have glass, mirrors and beautiful lighting, as well as shelves for computers, TVs and stereo systems. Some apartment owners decorate the walls above the bed with expensive artwork.
Building a classic version of a step stool
In order to make a transformable stepladder chair with your own hands exactly according to the drawings, you will need a minimum set of power tools:
- Jigsaw with a set of saws for wood;
- Manual electric router with 25 mm and 30 mm end mills;
- Drilling machine or drill with a device for precise vertical drilling;
- Polishing machine with wood attachment;
- Screwdriver;
- Set of carpentry clamps.
Since this design, in addition to the functions of a staircase, will also be used as a piece of furniture, it is best to choose a design with elements of carving and decor.
For the most part, a step stool will be used as a piece of furniture, so it makes sense to make it as beautiful and attractive as possible. In this case, decorative elements are practically not used; windows are made on the sidewalls in order to make the structure lighter and give it a more elegant look.
Structurally, each part of the step-chair consists of two sidewalls, between which four transverse steps are glued. One of the steps serves as a seat, the rest are used only for climbing stairs.
Initially, you will need to transfer the contours of the side posts of the stepladder chair to the boards. This can be done in two ways. In the first case, the contours are transferred by drawing lines using carbon paper. The second method allows you to do the work much faster - you can simply print out the outlines of the parts of the future step-chair and stick the paper on a wooden blank.
At the first stage, you need to make longitudinal grooves or cuts on each side of the large and small parts of the step stool, as in the photo. The grooves must be made for two reasons: firstly, they will be necessary for further processing of the workpieces. Secondly, the step boards will be inserted into the grooves. If you fasten the steps only with self-tapping screws, the rigidity of the step-chair will be very small, and the entire structure will quickly fall apart under the weight of a person.
Next, you need to make several through holes with a drill and cutter, preferably at the corner points of the internal contours. This must be done in order to be able to cut out selections along the openwork thread with a jigsaw.
Following the inner contours, we cut out the outer lines of the sidewalls in the same way. After all four sidewalls have been cut out, two for the larger part of the stepladder chair and two blanks for the smaller one, you will need to calibrate the dimensions, as in the video
https://youtube.com/watch?v=oQq1OMXHA1Q
To do this, two side blanks are folded in pairs and cut on a router. This allows you to make both elements of the step-chair absolutely identical in shape and size. At the same time, we remove chamfers and burrs, and treat the surface with a grinding and polishing attachment.
The steps for a stepladder chair are best made from oak boards, 15-20 mm thick. For the large swivel part of the chair, you will need to make three steps, all three of different sizes. For the smaller stationary part, you will need to cut two steps, also of different sizes. The step blanks, cut to size, are carefully glued to the sidewalls. To do this, you need to coat the gluing areas with wood glue or epoxy glue and insert the blanks into the grooves. To maintain the geometry of the step-chair, gluing is best done with fixation in carpentry clamps.
After the glue has dried, the steps of the step stool must be reinforced with carpentry screws. At this stage we have two small structures, one looks like a short chair, the second looks like a stool. To make a full-fledged folding stepladder out of them, you need to connect the two parts with a furniture or piano hinge.
Attention! To ensure that during use the vertical load on the step-chair does not deform or tear off the hinge fastening, special stop pins are used in the design.
The last element of the chair is the back. It must be made and a stepladder installed on the chair without fail. Otherwise, the front supports of the ladder will be unstable and will quickly fail.
The step-chair is almost ready for use; you need to finish the exterior with stain or varnish.
The result is a nice design that can not be hidden, but rather installed in the kitchen or hallway, where there is always work for such devices.
Creating a headboard
The headboard of the transforming wardrobe should be made of soft material, especially if the bed is intended for children. It is advisable to make soft not only the headboard, but also the lower part of the side walls of the frame. The simplest version of a soft headboard that you can make with your own hands is upholstery made of soft foam rubber. The role of foam rubber can also be performed by padding polyester.
How to make a headboard:
- Fold the softening material in several layers;
- This material must be covered with beautiful fabric with decorative elements or quilted seams;
- For ease of care, you can create a detachable hem with hidden zippers. It will be convenient to remove, wash and put on again;
- The height of the soft headboard should be at least 60-70 cm, and preferably about 1 m. This will provide soft upholstery under the back of the person sitting at the head of the bed. For the same reason, the same softening coating must be prepared for the side walls of the frame;
- The height of the foam cushion on the side walls of the frame should correspond to the height of the same padding at the headboard;
- The prepared covering can be attached to the frame or wall using screws and loops made of fabric (or elastic). If the cover is permanent, the back of the fabric cover may be stapled.
Sawing sheets
Making holes for buttons
Gluing foam rubber
We repair upholstery
Collecting buttons
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.
- On the wall I made markings with a pencil for the fastenings of the vertical furniture frame.
- At two points, I made holes in a concrete wall with a diameter of 10 mm and a depth of 120 mm using a hammer drill.
- Through the holes in the corners, I hammered 2 frame dowels into the wall.
- The vertical body box was assembled from the panels listed in the “Materials” chapter. I drilled holes in the ends and mating planes of the parts for installing confirmations.
- Having screwed in the confirmations, 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.
- I attached the bottom-facade to the box with steel corners 50 x 50 mm on screws. The corners were placed in increments of 300 mm - 24 pcs.
- Using the markings, I drilled mounting holes in the sides of the box.
- After threading the bolts through the holes, I installed the right and left lifting mechanisms.
- The nuts were tightened with a head, having previously placed washers.
- Installed swivel legs in the rear panel.
- I inserted the front of the bed into the vertical part of the closet.
- The swing arms were secured with bolts inserted into pre-drilled holes in the side walls of the case.
- After making several test lifts and lowerings of the built-in part of the furniture, I tightened all the fastenings of the structure.
- To prevent the front of the bed closet from looking like a big empty plane, I attached a beautiful panel depicting an exotic landscape to it.
How to decide on the size
In order to build the best option for transforming a bed with the function of a wardrobe (or vice versa), it is important to determine the dimensions of the structure at the very initial stage. After all, it depends on them how comfortable the proportions of both furniture options will be.
Advantages of a prefabricated bed:
- the cost of a new bed is reduced several times, at least 2-3. The store-bought prefabricated version will still be more expensive;
- the design of the structure is universal, absolutely satisfies the needs of the owners;
- You can independently choose the highest quality materials and have no doubt about their reliability.
Furniture items
A few examples of furnishing a kitchen combined with a living room:
- 1. Sofa. It becomes an object that zones space. The sofa is placed with its back facing the place where food is prepared. In small rooms (less than 20 sq m) a corner is placed, which is placed against a wall installed perpendicular or parallel to the kitchen.
- 2. Set. According to designers, minimalist models without elaborate details look modern. The service, vases or glasses are placed on an open shelf. You can buy a fashionable display case for them. Furniture is placed near the wall. If the space is large (20 sq. m, 25 sq. m or 30 sq. m), then in the central part you can install an island, which also has sections for kitchen appliances.
- 3. Furniture set. The style should be combined with the design of both rooms. In small rooms, a compact table and chairs made of transparent material or painted in light colors look good. You can add a table with a round top to your living room interior. In spacious rooms, the kit is installed near the wall or in the central part. An elongated rectangular dining table would look good here.
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How to make a podium for a bed with your own hands
You can make drawings and diagrams, choose dimensions, create projects and sketches of a podium bed with your own hands. To make a structure, materials and tools are selected, the frame is assembled, sheathed, and a roll-out bed-shelf is made. For a standard room of at least 15 square meters. m., ceiling height is 2.5-2.9 meters, podium height is 45-55 cm. The sleeping place in the described model is rolled out on caster wheels.
It is advisable to double-check the results obtained several times to avoid annoying misunderstandings.If you want the bed to be able to be pushed into the podium directly with the bed linen, do not forget to make a reserve in its height.
Selection of materials
The material used for making the frame is usually timber with a section of 40 by 40 mm. or 40 by 60 mm., with a total length of about 25 meters
It is important that the product is purchased dry, there are no falling knots or large irregularities. For cladding, wide boards made of natural wood (oak, pine, walnut, ash, larch, etc.) are purchased, less often - chipboard, MDF, plywood. As a rule, use a board or timber with a thickness of at least 40 mm
As a rule, a board or timber with a thickness of at least 40 mm is used.
The thickness of the material of the upper part is from 19 mm, the length is at least 250 cm, the total width is 200 cm. For the side parts you also need boards measuring 2500 by 600 by 22 mm. The amount of materials required for cladding is multiplied by two. To decorate the surface of the structure, use the same coating that is laid on the floor of the room - laminate, parquet board, carpet, linoleum.
When taking measurements, use the famous proverb “Measure twice, cut once.”
Additionally, they buy PVA glue, furniture wheels (rollers), wood varnish, dowels, screws, fabric and foam rubber for the mattress.
Required Tools
Tools for work will require a jigsaw, electric saw or hacksaw, hammer drill, screwdriver, milling and grinding machine, screwdriver, metal tape measure, pencil, ruler, brush, roller.
In order to make a pull-out bed step by step, make sure you have all the necessary tools in advance.
Assembling the podium frame
Assembling the frame begins with the installation of a supporting structure in the room, mounted along the wall. Markings are made on the floor, a timber frame is laid along the contour, having previously dismantled the plinth in order to install the frame close to the wall.
The first and most important stage in assembling a retractable podium bed is making the frame.
Afterwards, vertical support posts made of timber are installed on the frame - the distance between them depends on the expected load. The height of the supports depends on the thickness of the platform. Next, horizontal beams are installed. The entire frame is secured to the wall with dowels.
How to cover the podium frame
The frame is most often covered with MDF boards - they are cheaper than chipboard or natural wood, and the finished structure looks quite presentable. The material is cut into the required pieces, in accordance with the drawings, and carefully screwed onto the frame with self-tapping screws.
To prevent the podium from creaking, the ribs of the transverse boards can be covered with felt.
We make a pull-out bed for a podium
The bed, hidden in the podium, is a drawer on wheels - it is created separately. First, markings are made, then the base, lid, sides are cut out with a jigsaw, and all cuts are sanded. The sides are mounted to the floor of the podium, the flooring is attached on top, and stiffeners made of timber are installed along the edges.
If the size of the room allows you to implement an additional storage system on the podium, then you can add several drawers.
Next, assemble a lattice of slats on which the mattress will lie. The structure is varnished, dried, and installed on legs. Using a screwdriver, attach the front of the crib to the frame and screw on the wheels. Steps are made for high podiums. The top surface is sanded, painted, decorated with carpet, laminate, or natural veneer.
To equip a retractable structure, you need to purchase gel-based wheels in advance from a furniture store.
Making a pull-out bed at home is not difficult. For the interior of a small apartment with a cramped bedroom, this is the best solution. Ready-made step-by-step instructions can be found on the Internet and in magazines dedicated to interior design.
Wardrobe in the hallway from a chest of drawers
The idea is perfect for those who have old chests of drawers or cabinets. You'll need to take apart your old furniture and plan which pieces can be used for the bottom drawer, bench, and sides. If you don't have enough materials or the dimensions aren't right, you can always buy some 2x4s or medium-density fiberboard. And it’s clear that in order to make a wardrobe in the hallway, you must have some skills, you need to approach the matter creatively, you will not be able to follow these instructions exactly and during the course of the project you will have to make some changes based on the materials that you have . The first step to any project is to have a clear picture of the end result. Although, this is easier said than done. For most of us, as we get older, our ability to use our imagination diminishes significantly. We often overcomplicate things, worry about potential outcomes, and allow logic to block creative thoughts. Just try to become a child for a short time and let your imagination run wild. However, in this case, just look at the step-by-step photos and do something similar with your old chest of drawers.
Step-by-step diagram for assembling a transformer for a small apartment
Preparation
Having decided to make transformable furniture on your own, you need to think through everything carefully. You should start with:
- creating a detailed drawing;
- sizing;
- selection of materials;
- preparation of instruments;
- selection of colors and design.
Dimensions
The size of the bed is selected according to the free space of the room. If the room is spacious and bright, you can make fairly large furniture with a spacious double bed. For married couples, beds with sizes from 1600x2000 to 1800x2000 are suitable.
But for children, teenagers and single people, you can choose products with sizes from 1200x1900 to 1500x1900.
Advice. For small, cramped rooms, it is better to choose models with a horizontal bed position.
Drawing with dimensions
Creating a sketch is an important point in making furniture. You can do it yourself using a pencil, ruler and sheet, or you can order it from a special company, where they will make accurate calculations based on the model of the wardrobe-bed.
Advice. If you are good with a personal computer, you can download a special program for cutting furniture. She will create a competent and accurate drawing of all furniture elements.
If you use the services of professionals or a computer program, with the help of a well-drawn drawing it will be easier to assemble furniture on your own, since there will be no inaccuracies in the drawings. And if you do the calculations yourself, without having any skills in this area, you may encounter certain difficulties. For example, the dimensions of the parts and the like may not match.
Tools and materials
The preparatory stage of assembly includes the preparation of tools and materials. Most often, transformable furniture is made of natural wood or laminated chipboard. As for the array, it has the following qualities:
- naturalness;
- durability;
- resistance to mechanical damage.
LDSP is:
- durable and reliable;
- affordable;
- rich in interesting textures, textures and color schemes.
The tools you will need to prepare or purchase are:
- screwdriver;
- drill;
- electric jigsaw;
- roulette;
- furniture screws;
- self-tapping screws;
- grinding machine;
- hex keys;
- Screwdriver Set;
- folding mechanism and other accessories.
How to make it yourself at home?
After creating a drawing, purchasing consumables, and preparing tools, you can begin making furniture.
Some prefer to make parts with their own hands using an existing drawing and the necessary power tools. Others use the services of companies where they cut all the parts. The second option is more convenient.
After cutting and trimming the parts, all that is required of you is to drill holes in the right places and assemble the furniture in the correct order.
Assembling the wardrobe-bed is divided into certain stages:
- First, the cabinet body is assembled, in the middle of which the sleeping place will be hidden. Such a housing should consist of: a back wall, a plinth and a shelf for support. All parts must be fastened to each other with self-tapping screws at a distance of 25 cm from each other. The assembled cabinet body is installed in a previously prepared place.
- The next step is to install the assembled case in place and fix it to the wall.
- Now you can begin assembling the bed base. It consists of a frame with boards, and its height must clearly correspond to the size of the mattress.
- Now, after assembling all the other parts of the product, we firmly fix the base with the box using self-tapping screws.
- We attach the folding mechanism according to the instructions supplied by the manufacturer.
- The final stage of assembly is connecting the body with the remaining elements and installing the facade.
Important. Furniture must be placed on a perfectly flat surface
The base of the bed must strictly fit the dimensions of the assembled cabinet frame.
Installation of the facade is the final stage of decorating the wardrobe-bed. It is best to choose blank facades made of laminated chipboard.
To complete the assembly, the transformable wardrobe-bed can be equipped with shelves for books, racks and other elements.
That's the whole simple process of making a wardrobe bed with your own hands. Now you need to install a pre-purchased mattress and securely secure it with seat belts.
Important. Under no circumstances should mirrors be used on false doors. Since they are not designed for such loads and may crack over time.
What materials and tools will be needed
First of all, you will need a special transformer mechanism. You can buy it either in a furniture fittings store or on the Internet. Please note that these mechanisms differ from each other. First of all, they are divided according to the method of raising the bed, i.e. the transformation process can be carried out both horizontally and vertically.
It is important to purchase a quality lifting mechanism.
In addition, each transformer has its own power, calculated based on the size and weight of the bed. If you take a transformer of lesser power, then the gas lift will not be able to fully raise the bed, and may soon fail; if it is larger, then you will need to use additional force to lower the bed.
A wardrobe bed can be an independent piece of furniture, but most often it is part of an entire furniture set.
Next, if you want to have a folding bed built into a closet with your own hands, you will need material for the cabinet body, bed frame, and false panels. In this case we are talking about the use of MDF or chipboard materials with a minimum thickness of 16 mm.
It is better to make the body of the bed itself, especially the invisible internal parts, from laminated chipboard, since MDF is much more expensive.
As for everything else, it all depends on personal tastes and budget. Laminated chipboard is sold in sheets. Depending on the manufacturer, they can be 4, 5, or 6 square. MDF is made to order and calculated in squares.
Depending on the film and the presence of milling, its cost varies greatly.
The approximate ratio with laminated chipboard is the difference in cost with the simplest version of MDF - 4 to 1. That is, approximately one square meter of MDF costs the same as one sheet of laminated chipboard. On the other hand, you will receive MDF parts of the required size and do not require processing, whereas you will need to saw and edge chipboard at the ends.
You will also need at least two sheets of fiberboard.
You will also need components in the form of euroscrews and self-tapping screws. You need to buy Euroscrews 50mm long, self-tapping screws 16mm.
All furniture work consists of three stages:
- cutting (includes the edge of parts);
- drilling and assembly;
- Accordingly, each of these stages requires a specific tool.
Furniture is assembled using Euroscrews.
You will need the cutting step if you decide to use chipboard as the material. Laminated chipboard sheets are cut on CNC machines, formatting machines, and also with special saws. Each such tool is quite expensive, so it is better to order the cutting and edges of the parts. This can be done directly from the sheet material seller; as a rule, they all provide this type of service.
It is important that the cutting is done professionally, otherwise the parts will have the wrong diagonal, which may affect the final assembly.
At the drilling stage, you will need a drill, two drills of 7 and 5 mm, a tape measure, a square, a ruler or a template.
At the assembly stage, you will need a hammer drill, as well as a Phillips screwdriver and an attachment for Euro screws.
It is unlikely that you will have to purchase all of the tools listed; most of them can be found at home.
Installation of a cabinet model "pencil case"
Figure 2. Drawing of a wall with hangers for the hallway.
One of the main pieces of furniture that is ideal for a hallway is a pencil case. This is a tall wardrobe, quite narrow, it can only include horizontal shelves for storing things. The second option is a design that has a top shelf and drawers, and the main space is given to a hanging bar.
Usually cabinets are placed near large cabinets. Ideal sizes:
- height – 2000 mm;
- width – 400 mm;
- depth – 400 mm.
The cabinet can be divided into 2 compartments, with a partition in the center. In one part of it there is usually a row of horizontal shelves, and in the other there are hangers for clothes. First you need to assemble the body for the future cabinet. To do this, connect the bottom, 2 walls and the lid with furniture screws. A partition is installed immediately, as this will be problematic later. For additional fastening, wooden dowels are used; they are coated with glue.
The next step is to attach the back wall; furniture nails are used for installation. Next, markings are made for the shelves, holes are drilled for special fasteners, the shelves themselves are installed, and a bar is hung under the hangers. If necessary, drawers are installed. When the cabinet is completely assembled, the door hinges are fixed. To install them, holes are made with a milling cutter about half the size of the wood. When the cabinet is ready, handles, locks and other decorative fittings are attached.
Installation and decoration of the product
When all the components have been cut, the cutting areas have been sanded, and the mounting locations for the fasteners have been marked, it is time for assembly. You can assemble a wardrobe bed in just a few hours if all the previous steps are completed efficiently.
Installing the cabinet will not take you much time if you have made all the drawings and cut out the parts correctly.
First of all, we assemble and attach the cabinet frame to the wall and floor. Then we move on to assembling the bed. We fasten the elements of the bed frame together, then fasten the bottom. And only after making sure that these parts are securely fastened can you proceed to installing additional shelves or other selected elements.
After assembling the bed-wardrobe, you can begin decorating it.
The last step is installation and fastening to both parts of the transformation mechanism
It is important that when folding, the fasteners do not cling to the furniture frame. We check the lifting mechanism several times for correct operation and proceed to installing the façade elements
Choose a quality bed mattress that will serve you for a long time.
Once this stage has been completed, we again unfold our bed and install the mattress in its frame. You should remember the need to keep the mattress in place in a horizontal position - when the bed is folded. Most often, ordinary furniture belts are used for this, secured together with plastic locks.
The mattress must match the size of the bed.
