Instructions on how to assemble a wooden crib

With the birth of the baby in the family, a new life begins, which is full of fun and pleasant events. The child needs to create the right conditions for growth and development. A good crib in the early days is necessary. Before its acquisition, everything should be weighed to the smallest detail. And after buying the right furniture, parents should know how to assemble a crib, taking into account the specificity of its system.

Instructions Features

The bed assembly guide is the main document that comes with the furniture. All rules must be followed to avoid blunders. Otherwise, you will have to reconstruct the crib, otherwise the child’s safety will be at risk.

The assembly instructions for the bed demonstrate how to combine all the components together. The backs, railings, base and even details of the boxes are marked with numbers. They are easy to distinguish. Accessories and devices have their own designations.

The process of how to assemble the crib is usually shown in the drawings. On them you can see the parts attached to the side and back wall. There are diagrams indicating the correct installation of the bottom and box.

The process of assembling cots must be carried out in accordance with all the rules of the application. Do not rush during installation.

Preparatory work

The design of cots varies. For example, the pendulum type options are slightly different than the transformers, rocking chairs or hinged furniture. The assembly process of purchased goods takes place in 2 stages. It includes the preparation of components and the installation of elements.

In order to assemble a bed in comfortable conditions and in high quality, you need to do the following:

• remove unnecessary children's items;
• move excess furniture, thereby freeing up the space important for ease of installation.

Assemble in a place where the bed will stand later. In this case, you don’t need to drag it to another room after finishing work.

It is important to carefully check all the metal and wood components that are included in the kit. Their number should correspond to the information indicated in the instructions. If you find a missing item, you must immediately call the store.

It is also worth making sure that there are no flaws on the wooden surface. To do this, all furniture is painstakingly checked for integrity. If chips or old cracks are found, you need to return the goods, since damage threatens the baby's safety.

Then you should sort all the details. Walls, sides and other elements must be assembled below on the floor in separate groups, taking into account the shape and size. If there is no bed assembly scheme, then you need to find it in available sources of information. Compliance with the assembly algorithm will help to avoid problems, especially for people who are faced with such work for the first time.

Any rules described in the assembly instructions for the crib should be strictly observed. Each specific model has its own characteristics.

Pendulum bed for newborns

Today the most common are pendulum beds. They assemble furniture in the room where it will later stand. To do the job correctly, you need to prepare the tools. The home master will need the following devices:

• scissors or a knife for unpacking the box;
• a set of screwdrivers and a wrench (an option with a set of nozzles is considered a convenient substitution);
• hexagon; bits;
• tape measure for calibration;
• pliers.

All modern beds for babies are equipped with Euroscrews with hidden heads and internal hexagons. As a result, they will need special keys to build them. A good tool will undoubtedly help to achieve perfect evenness of the connected parts. The components also differ depending on the characteristics of children's furniture. Therefore, the toolbox may vary. Everything depends entirely on the model.

A key feature of the pendulum bed is considered to be special oscillatory movements, which are more likely to be like swaying the baby in the arms of the mother. The device starts autonomously with small movements of the child, which contributes to fast sleep.

There are several types of pendulums:

1. Longitudinal. This is the most common option. It imitates rocking well. Scientific studies have shown that these movements normalize intracranial pressure.
2. Crossed. The configuration of the product resembles classic cradles that can swing. If necessary, the crib can be fixed. Assembling a children's pendulum bed can be done in a small room.
3. Universal. Models can replace the way of movement. First, the children sleep in the cradle. When they grow a little, the bed expands. The walls are cleaned. Furniture becomes stationary, immovable.

Almost all products are complemented by a convenient changing table.

Crib pendulums are usually made of natural, environmentally friendly wood, covered with scuba diving. The model combines a frame, a pallet, legs, a back, a pendulum device. Almost all cots are supplemented with drawers, a closet for storing things. Examples are the models of Lelya, Birch, Umka, Leah, Alice, Pali Joy, Lira, Antoshka. In what order to assemble a crib with a pendulum, you can see the instructions.

Typically, work is done this way:

1. The part with straps is fastened.
2. The frame is mounted on screws, followed by guides located on the walls. The crib must be turned upside down to install the playpen.
3. The side of the pendulum is fixed with screws.

The back and front walls of the system are usually similar. It is necessary to pay attention to this when collecting the pendulum bed. If you mix the parts, the device will not work. The beacon will have to be disassembled. In order not to damage the parts and the floor during the assembly process, it is necessary to lay the fabric on the working plane. The room should be light so that all components are clearly visible.

Next, you need to perform the following steps:

1. Combine the back wall with the sidewalls.
2. Set the bottom of the bed.
3. Attach the front wall and parts from the sides.
4. Put the sliders on the drawer.
5. Fasten the legs.
6. Hide all screws.

Transformer assembly

This model is optimal for a child from birth to 7 years of age. The assembly of the Wonderful baby model looks like this:

1. Combine the lower part and back.
2. Attach the walls with transverse screws.
3. Insert the side panels into the slots, secure with round or oval screws.
4. Install and lock the front part.

The transformer is lowered with the growth of the child. The pedestal, which is attached to the base for furniture, can be removed by adding 50 cm in length. The usual width is 60 cm. It is constant.

Rocking chair for a child

These models sway along with the movements of the baby thanks to the curved supports.

This type of bed is assembled as follows:

1. All parts are attached separately and tightened with screws.
2. The back and front wall are screwed to each side panel.
3. Install the bottom drawer and chest of drawers, if any.

Almost all models are equipped with wheels that are fixed. Assembling a 3x3 crib with drawers usually does not require drilling.

Hanging model

These beds provide a smooth wiggle, which contributes to the rapid fall asleep of children. The bed usually has special orthopedic qualities.

Correct assembly conditions:

1. Set the base of the furniture.
2. Attach all parts to the bottom.
3. Fix the sidewalls, and combine all moving elements with the base.

If necessary, the base can be left in a fixed position. For this, special elements are used located at the bottom of the side panels.

Assembling a children's bed involves mounting the frame on the front and back sides, installing orthopedic elements, laying the mattress on special slats. Work will not seem difficult even for beginners.