In detail: DIY repair of a frame mattress from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.
The mattress is a soft bed, which can be with or without a frame. It can be of several types, but in everyday life only two are most often used - spring and stuffed. In our article, we will talk specifically about spring types, which, in turn, are divided into two types.
With continuous weaving of springs called Bonnel
With independent blocks of springs, which are considered orthopedic
The first type is more common. It is inexpensive, therefore it is very popular. The second type has great capabilities, but it also costs more. In any case, this subject of discussion consists of a spring block or shock-absorbing parts, a rigid layer, a cover and a filler. The latter can be both soft and hard. As for the upholstery, it is better that it be made of natural fabric.
Products of this design can be found in any house or apartment. Many consider them obsolete, but this does not diminish their popularity in the least. And all because of the low cost. The mattress cushioning parts are made from a material such as hardened high carbon steel. They are connected to each other using a wire. The main disadvantage of this type of bed elements lies in the fact that they have extremely low orthopedic properties. This is because when you go to bed, not one spring responds, but all at once.
This type is distinguished by higher levels of comfort. Springs for them are made of the same steel, but their diameter is smaller and the number of turns is larger. These elements are often shaped like a cylinder. Sometimes their edges can be narrowed. The advantage of this type is that the springs are not fixed to each other. This improves the orthopedic effect. After all, each spring reacts to pressure independently of the others.
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The quickest thing for innerspring mattresses is the outer sheathing. But the fillers for them are made of high quality materials that have a long service life. The average service life of a spring product is fifteen years. When it loses its functional parameters, then you should not immediately throw it away. It is not so difficult to bring the product to its proper form. There are several reasons why the mattress is in need of urgent restoration methods.
Damage to the skin
Deformation of flexible elements
Filler wear
Violation of construction
But this list can be expanded with a more scrupulous examination of this item. To repair a spring mattress with your own hands, there is no need for special knowledge and skills. You only need to carefully follow the advice of more experienced professionals.
The work of bringing an old mattress back to life can be divided into several main stages.
4) Bringing damaged parts into the correct position
5) Reliable strapping of shock-absorbing parts
6) Checking parts that have been repaired
To return a worn product to its proper appearance, you must use the following materials and tools.
1) New decorative cladding
8) Strong yet flexible lace
In the process of active use of the product, quite a lot of small debris, that is, dust, collects inside it. That is why experts recommend disassembling on the street. If this possibility is not considered, then you will need a vacuum cleaner. With its help, all surfaces of the spring product must be thoroughly cleaned.It is advisable to remove all furniture and carpets from the room in which the repair process will take place. As a last resort, cover everything in the room with oilcloth or similar material. Place the product on four sturdy benches with the decorative paneling at the bottom. This will allow you to approach the subject of repair from all sides. Pull all fasteners out of the mattress very carefully. After that, you need to remove the upholstery and the seal. The fabric that covers the springs must also be removed. Clean all elements with the utmost care.
You must free the springs from the straps. After that, you can start pulling the nails out of the base. It is them that manufacturers use to secure the straps. Now you need to bring all the spring elements to a vertical position. Be careful! All springs must be of the same height. All parts that are loose or come off altogether must be securely attached to the slats with nails. Note that if the mattress springs are attached with straps, then these straps must be removed. And the spring parts are fixed using nails.
In general, all straps in our facility must be disposed of. It will be better if you use regular slats instead. The latter should have a length equal to the width of the mattress. To fix them, you need to make preliminary markings on the body.
Before you get rid of the frame fastening tape, mark the places where the tape was placed on its surface. After that, you need to carefully remove the nails and remove the old straps. Now you need to prepare the slats of the desired size. Then, according to the markings made, you must carefully cut out the grooves for them. After that, the slats are very carefully nailed from both sides to the base. Then you can install the spring elements in their previous position. Fix them with studs if necessary. The latter are folded on both sides to ensure high fastening reliability.
When the springs are securely fixed to the frame, you can start strapping them. You need to drive nails against each row of springs. You need to fold them into hooks. At this stage it was the turn of the laces. It is with their help that the strapping will be carried out. First, start with a cross row. First, you must tie the outermost springs to the hooks. After that, tie the entire longitudinal row in the same way. In the process, the lace is also attached to the transverse laces. At the end of the process, you must strap diagonally. When the tying process is completely finished, you should bend the studs all the way down to the base.
Before starting the process of covering the mattress with lining, you must make sure that all important parts are installed correctly. When everything is checked, you can take up the sheathing. To do this, use a furniture stapler. Place gussets in the corners to provide additional protection. Then secure the rollers on the backing base. They can be made from the material used for the seal. To ensure reliability, the seal must be attached to the lining in several places at once. On top of all this, decorative fabric is pulled, which is firmly fixed using the same stapler. Remember to gently pull up the edges of the fabric to avoid holes or creases.
As for the orthopedic spring mattress, resting on it is not only comfortable, but also useful. But such a product also does not last forever and can wear out. But don't rush to buy a new mattress. It is possible that the old one can still be repaired. The repair of the orthopedic product is carried out in the same way as for the usual one.
That's all. A product updated and repaired in this way will serve you for many more years. The process of repairing a mattress does not require a lot of money from you.But the acquisition of a new one can cost you a pretty penny.
It is clear that one mattress is unlikely to be enough for you for a lifetime. Over time, he will still need repairs. But we note that the moment when there will be nowhere to go, you can postpone a very decent period. To do this, you need to use this piece of furniture with the utmost care. Try to avoid situations that could damage it.
You need to buy a mattress in accordance with your weight
Don't let kids jump on the bed
Never eat or drink while lying on bed
Be sure to let the item dry and ventilate in the fresh air at least once a year.
The mattress should only lie in the places intended for it.
To prevent the decorative upholstery of the mattress from getting dirty, use additional removable covers
If you carefully follow all these simple rules of operation, then your mattress will serve you for many years, and it will take a long time to repair it. This ensures that your sleep will be healthy and sound.
The article was prepared with the help of specialists from the "Sleep Laboratory". Site: - Online store of mattresses.
