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The Forest Bed Guide

Note:

If at any point you feel confused, you may also watch a video of our “Low Profile Bed” being assembled at the link below. The video is no substitute for the more detailed instructions provided in the text guide below, but the video can be helpful to visualize some of the things stated in this guide.

Low Profile Assembly Video

Tools you will need:

  • Drill (Highly recommended)

  • 9/16" Wrench (socket wrench preferred)

 

Headboard Assembly Guide

  1. Locate all of your pieces

    1. 2 Headboard Halves

    2. 2 Headboard Legs

    3. 3 Headboard Connecting Boards (1x4s marked "T", "M", "B")

    4. 1 Headboard Hardware Box

  2. Lay out a soft blanket or use carpet if available. Lay out the 2 headboard halves face down. Use the markings on the back to orient them correctly. They should match the diagram above.

  3. Next, place the 3 headboard connecting boards within the black outlines. Match the letters together. ("T" = Top, "M" = Middle, and "B" = Bottom)

  4. Locate the 1.25" screws. (Do not confuse them with any longer screws that might be provided in your kit. Using too long of screws could go through the face of the headboard.)
  5. Keeping the boards aligned within the black markings and the headboard halves tightly together, install the 1.25” screws provided. Do not over tighten. Continue until all screws are installed into the boards.
  6. Locate the 2.5” screws. (Do not confuse them with any longer screws that might be provided in your kit. Using too long of screws could go through the face of the headboard.)

  7. Place the 2 Headboard Legs within the marked lines making sure to place the “L” on the left side and the “R” on the right side (see image above). Install the 2.5” screws making sure to not over tighten. Continue until all screws are installed into the boards.

 

The Bed Frame

Step 1:

- Begin by clearing a large area to do the assembly in. (You’ll need the space.)

 

Step 2:

- Locate all 3 side rails and the corresponding back rail.

- Place the front/side rails and back rail face down on the ground making sure to match the ascending letters together (A with B, C with D, etc.) (example shown below)

- Place the corner blocks in their corresponding corners by matching their letters together (A with A, B with B, etc.)

- Locate the 4” bolts and corresponding washers. Thread 1 washer onto each bolt.

- Begin attaching the bolts through the corner block into the front/side rails. Begin threading by hand, and then use the wrench to tighten. (There are two per side. Don’t tighten one all the way without beginning the other one as well, or they won’t be aligned.)

- Once this step is completed, all 4 sides (the 1 front rail, the 2 side rails, and the back rail) should be put together as pictured below.

Step 3:

Install slat #1 and slat #7 (#8 for a Cali King bed). The slat marked #1 should go right up against the edge of the footboard and #7 should go right up against the back (there are black lines to help you line them up with the pre-drilled holes). Use 1.25” screws to install into the pre-drilled holes. Note: Install into the concave pre-drilled holes. The other holes are from the following step when the shelves are installed.

- Assemble center support beam by attaching 2x4 legs to it using the 2.5” screws provided. If center support beam legs are already attached, move on to next step.

- Install center support beam by sliding it underneath the two slats already installed. Position it down the center of the bed, and attach it to the slats. Use 2 of the 2.5” screws provided (1 at each end using the pre-drilled holes).

Step 4:

- Locate the other 5 slats. The slats are numbered and the side rails are marked with lines for where to attach them. Attach the slats to the frame using the 1.25” screws sent with the bed. Attach them in ascending order. (See picture below)

Step 5 (Shelf Beds Only):

Note: This step applies to only beds with the wraparound shelves. If you did not purchase a bed with these shelves, please proceed to step 6.

- Install the shelves by lining them up with the black lines marked on the slats. The shelves are marked on their undersides as F-Front, L-Left, and R-Right. This is assuming you’re facing the bed while standing at the footboard. Begin with the L-Left and R-Right shelf. To install them, use the 1.25” and 2.5” screws and pre-drilled holes provided to attach the shelves. The 2.5” screws are for the first, center, and last pre-drilled holes. Use the 1.25” screws for the remaining pre-drilled holes.

Step 6:

- Get the headboard into position. If helpful, place the headboard, on its legs, against the wall behind the bed frame as shown below.

- Line up the headboard legs within the black lines on the back rail of the bed frame. Install 4 of the 3” screws provided into the pre-drilled holes. Have friend help hold headboard if necessary.

Please contact us if you need any help!

marcus@dannerfurniture.com

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Michelle smith
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Jenna Wheeler
Absolutely love it!

Our Bastion bed arrived today. It is absolutely beautiful. We are so glad we found Danner Furniture. Well worth the wait! The stain was just like online.

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William LaShonse

Exactly as pictured. Super easy to assemble and very solid wood pieces. It aint no IKEA frame

The bed is exactly as described and was easy to assemble. It’s a very well-made, beautifully understated bed frame

Nice product, easy to assemble

It’s very beautiful and appears to be very sturdy early on. I would definitely recommend.

What a great bed.I love it!

I think this bed is very well constructed and ships in 3 boxes. It's very clear that the designer/builder takes great care and uses quality materials. Also, the instructions were easy to follow and the markings on the bed made assembly easy. However, I would mention 2 things. 1) The headboard is LOW. I know it's a modern design, but I had to raise it. Otherwise, the headboard would have barely been visible over my pillows. 2) The color is attractive, but it's just walnut. I don't think the Reclaimed Railcar color is like the pictures. My bed doesn't have much black in it at all. Again, it's very stylish, but I don't think the samples online match the bed I received. Overall, I think it's a well-crafted, sturdy and great looking bed. I would highly recommend.

100% would recommend. Out bed is beautiful. We were able to skip the slats and add an adjustable frame.
**Excuse the pillows.

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karljane2

Our floating shelves are exactly what we had hoped for.

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Belle Haven MA

Looks beautiful, however, not what I was expecting. I do understand it is barnwood, but I was still expecting a smoother finish. I sustained a few pricks already, and my hair keeps getting caught whenever I lean on the headboard. Also, the foot of the bed is not flushed, and I can't place a corner protector to keep my kid from getting hurt. Would have returned if accepted. Would not buy again or recommend if the issues I mentioned are important to you.

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mariapruettconway

Great customer service, carefully packed and efficient shipping. Assembly was extremely well laid out and easy to understand. Most of all, this is a beautiful piece of furniture and is as beautiful in person as the pics on the site!

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mariapruettconway

Great customer service, carefully packed and efficient shipping. Assembly was extremely well laid out and easy to understand. Most of all, this is a beautiful piece of furniture and is as beautiful in person as the pics on the site!

Bed is beautiful and great quality! Love it!!!!!

The headboard was a work of art. Beautiful workmanship. We’d buy from Danner again.

Beautiful work -- very simple and elegant! And it came fully put together, so I just unboxed it and set up next to the matching bed. Thank you!

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ESimms5555

I slept in the bed for five days before writing this review. The bed doesn’t squeak at all, and it provides firmer support than the metal bed frame I previously used. Assembly instructions were easy to follow; parts were clearly marked and all the needed hardware was present. I got the frame-attached headboard, which attaches quite solidly to the bed frame.
The bed arrived on time, and Marcus was very responsive and answered my questions promptly and thoroughly. If I had other bedrooms to furnish I’d purchase my bed frames from Danner Furniture.
I chose the acacia wood for its warm tones, which allow it to coordinate with a variety of colors.

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deniseredgar

Arrived timely, securely packaged & built beautifully. Sturdy, well designed & easy to install. Will definitely purchase again from seller.

We love our new King bed!
Assembly was a breeze with simple step by step instructions.
The store owners are super nice and responded quickly to any question we had.
Thank you !!!

This is a work of art made with high-quality wood material. Beautiful and unique design. I waited months for this, but it's definitely worth it! Seller is also very responsive and willing to help.

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Marc-Andre

Great solid bed wooden frame!

Perfect. Well made. Fast shipping.

Awesome quality and service. Super helpful

Absolutely stunning headboard. Well made and beautiful wood selection. Arrived exactly when it said it would in a densely padded shipping box and free from defects. It’s as heavy as it looks but comes with a large French cleat for secure wall mounting. Definitely the focal point of the room now. I cannot recommend this seller’s products enough.

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christineknitting

Easy installation but the screws were too large.

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christineknitting

There is separation of the frame from the center piece, it is uneven.

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christineknitting

Easy installation but the screws were too large.

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christineknitting

There is separation of the frame from the center piece, it is uneven.

We love our new headboard. We chose the acacia wood since our hardwood floors are acacia. It’s really well made and heavy. We chose to hang it on the wall which worked like a charm. It really exceeds our expectations. The seller was easy to communicate with and answered questions quickly.

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saramichel2010

We love our new bed. It is beautiful and had easy to follow instructions.