Expanse Guide
Important Note: Expand Furniture Inc declines all liability caused by the incorrect assembly of the bed or failure to mount the bed. If you fail to mount the wall bed to the wall or correctly fasten it, we do not take responsibility for this. You must purchase your own anchors appropriate for your wall type.
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Helpful Notes & Tips for all installs:
- Clear your room as much as possible before you start the install. Unpacking the panels will take some time, longer than many expect, so do this in advance of your install. You will need a power drill, screw driver, wall anchors.
- Make sure it is safe and correctly mount the wall bed to your wall safely and properly. It is best to hit studs if you have drywall and make sure to use the correct wall anchors for your wall type. You can always install more anchors for added security and peace of mind. Your local hardware store or your handyman/contractor should be able to advise on this. We suggest using anchors with weight capacity of at least 100lbs each and using 12 of them for added security. Toggler Snap Toggle Anchors have been a popular choice for Drywall with wood or steel studs. Please do your due diligence for your wall type.
Wall Bed Installation Guide: Installing in Front of Baseboards or for Maximum Stud Support
This method allows you to install your wall bed flush against a wall with baseboards and also serves as an effective way to tie into all wall studs, even if your mounting points do not naturally align with them. It provides a stable and secure foundation for the bed and helps ensure a safe installation.
Materials Needed
1. A strip of wood or MDF
- Thickness: three-quarters of an inch or enough to match the depth of your baseboard
- Height: two to three inches
- Length: seventy inches to match the width of the headboard
2. Screws long enough to reach into wall studs and appropriate to your wall type (timber, metal, or concrete)
3. Drill, level, and pencil
Installation Steps
1. Build and Position the Headboard
Assemble the headboard and place it where it will be installed. Mark on the wall where the mounting holes align.
2. Prepare and Install the Support Strip
Use your wood or MDF strip to create a horizontal spacer and mounting surface.
Position it along the wall at the same height as the headboard’s mounting holes.
Use a level to ensure it is straight. Mark the location of each wall stud along the seventy-inch span. Drive screws into every wall stud across the full length. This creates a continuous reinforced anchor that supports the weight of the bed and distributes the load evenly.
Important Note About Hole Placement
Position your screws above or below the headboard’s mounting holes to avoid obstructing them. The wood strip should not block where the headboard connects to the wall.
3. Attach the Headboard
Move the headboard back into position and screw it directly into the wood strip. This will bring it flush to the wall, even in front of baseboards, and gives you a highly secure reinforced installation, whether or not you are working around trim.
Why This Works So Well
- Accommodates baseboards without needing to remove them
- Creates a flat surface for the headboard to sit against
- Provides consistent access to all wall studs, not just where the mounting holes happen to land
- Distributes the weight of the bed evenly across the wall for added safety
Quick Tip
Large home improvement stores like Home Depot and Lowe's can cut the wood or MDF for you. The dimensions listed are standard and should be easy for them to provide.
If you have any questions or would like further guidance, please send us an email, and we will be happy to help!