Asked on Jul 29, 2012
Under bed storage system
by Vicki T
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I saw this under bed storage idea on pinterest. When I click the image to get more info nothing happens. I am trying to find out what I would use in order to lift the mattress. Where would I purchase such a mechanism? Hoping someone out there has the solution for me.
this is the photo I saw on pinterest.
60 answers
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Here you go Vicki, Just what the bed bugs ordered! http://storagebeds.com/products-page/storage-beds
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Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com
on Jul 29, 2012
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You know...........that might be handy for waking the teenager and getting them moving in the mornings. 8-)
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Becky H
on Jul 29, 2012
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@Becky LOL! This is a great idea...but I already have storage under mine...
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Sharron W
on Jul 29, 2012
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Whoa these are Pricier than I ever would have thought!
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Sharron W
on Jul 29, 2012
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Heck I could have used this when I was young to hide my girlfriends from my parents. Your correct Sharron, the kits are expensive. But considering what space costs these days, it really is not to bad when you think about what your gaining.
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Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com
on Jul 29, 2012
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I did some research and couldn't find a source for "Gas Strut Bed Brackets / Bed Hinge" anywhere other than in the UK. There has to be somewhere here that sells them I would think. One place did have international delivery, but I can't find a US Dollar price. http://www.sgs-engineering.com/gas-struts/bed-hinge-mechanism
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Z
on Jul 29, 2012
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My first post Becky has them in AZ and Washington. in case you missed it.
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Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com
on Jul 29, 2012
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@Woodbridge LOL, HaHaHa "used this when I was young to hide my girlfriends from my parents." What self respecting girl would hide under a bed....Uh never mind...I DID say self respecting didn't I....LOL
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Sharron W
on Jul 30, 2012
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Thanks WE. I thought that was just for the whole bed, but in looking again I see you can order just the hardware kit for $149.95 plus shipping (only $15.20 to NE). Not sure how much you'd save once you added the lumber needed, but I bet it would certainly be worth it if you have the skills and someone to help put it together.
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Z
on Jul 30, 2012
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That's a great idea! What a great way to create storage space. I've actually seen staircases where the treads are draws that pull out for storage, which I thought was really neat.
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Hometipster.com
on Jul 30, 2012
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I've seen that too HT. I've been thinking about this since I saw it and the more I think about it the more I think I'd rather have "drawers" that I can slide out to store things in under the bed. Much easier than lifting the whole bed. We have plenty of room to pull them out so no worries there. I have four of the under the bed on wheels containers and they are working for what I need now so I'll stick with them until we have the time to build our new beds.
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Z
on Jul 30, 2012
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Go the an automative store - I think hydraulic hood pistons could be retrofitted -- Hey - you know you may even find them at a junk yard - cheap! For safety sake put 2 hood support rods while you are at it.
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Carol S
on Jul 30, 2012
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Carol, that's the way I originally started my search for them thinking of the hatch back Pinto I had in my youth.
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Z
on Jul 30, 2012
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The issue with using those pistons is they do not offer enough push power to lift and hold something such as a bed and support frame. You would need several of them to work. While they may hold up a 150 pound hatch back door you have not only additional weight to think about with the bed and all, but also the length of the bed applying more weight over a larger area.
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Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com
on Jul 30, 2012
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Thanks everyone for your thoughts and links. I haven't decided if this is the way I will go yet but I thought it was an interesting option. I didn't consider the storage drawer idea until Becky mentioned them. I may be able to have someone build me the platform for the bed and do the drawers to fit gaining just as much storage as the bed in the picture. I had never seen that type of bed before. As for going to the auto store or junk yard for the pistons I don't think it would be such a good idea. My last two vehicles had both hood pistons wear out and become useless a few years into owning them and I would worry they would wear out on the bed also.
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Vicki T
on Jul 30, 2012
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Vicki you might like this plan for a bed with storage drawers by Ana White. It could be easily altered to have the drawers go either all the way through or to the middle. Be sure to scroll down... http://ana-white.com/2011/09/farmhouse-storage-bed-storage-drawers
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Z
on Jul 30, 2012
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what a wonderful idea!
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Lea6941
on Jul 31, 2012
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Check out the Murphy beds!
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Danielle B
on Jul 31, 2012
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I saw a platform bed built on one of those TV shows where the bed was sectioned off and baskets that pulled out on both sides in a couple of sections. A couple of sections were left open all the way through for storage of things like surfboards or skis! I thought this was fantastic for all the gear some teen agers have! You could actually build the bed high enough to make rather larger storage bins on wheels to fit.
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Jeanette S
on Jul 31, 2012
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You can check camper dealerships/parts. The beds in the travel trailers are like this. We have one is ours and it is a lot of storage underneath.
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A Walk in the Countryside
on Jul 31, 2012
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http://www.alibaba.com/product-tp/117483891/Promo_Gas_Lift_Storage_Bed.html I set up our guest room bed with a simple 2 x 4 frame that is tall enough to accommodate the rubbermaid storage bins we use for our camping gear..they simply slide in or out. The frame is hidden by a bed skirt.
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KMS Woodworks
on Jul 31, 2012
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Great idea I want to do it.
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JANIS S
on Jul 31, 2012
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they also have these beds on wayfair
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Colleen Schake
on Oct 02, 2014
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This is a bed used in RV's. Try an RV web site.
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Susan E
on Oct 02, 2014
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Try these guys. it is the same sort of thing as the Ikea storage bed. http://www.selbywallbedsystems.com/Blank.html
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Kay Ellen Tomlinson
on Oct 02, 2014
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I did a reverse image search and found others were wondering the same thing. Try here: http://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1d8699/any_idea_how_i_could_make_this_bed/
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IamDeirdre
on Oct 02, 2014
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If you want to build your own the mechanism is sold at Rockler.com. It is a woodworkers hardware site. If you want to buy one Amazon.com carries them. I had one under a queen bed in an Rv. It is very easy to lift.
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Sheila
on Oct 02, 2014
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Best part is since the platform goes to the floor no dust gets under the bed.😍
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Sheila
on Oct 02, 2014
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You could also try auto stores. Those hydrolic arms lift car trunks.
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Marg Caputo
on Oct 02, 2014
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These kind of beds are in 5th Wheel travel trailers. My sister has a 5th Wheels and under her bed it stores lots of things A camper sales place may be able to tell you where tot get this. Great idea.
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Nance Freeman
on Oct 02, 2014
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For this type of bed, search...... the internet with search term ---> ""Aurora Platform Bed with lift"" (or "lift system")
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Lrjones
on Oct 02, 2014
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Couldn't you use the lift hinges in the back of a car for this?
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Rose
on Oct 03, 2014
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I have wondered if the springs on a staight flat garage door would work. My grandparents had that type of garage door and I remember it opening like that...
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Glyniss M
on Oct 04, 2014
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The one shown is a $300 kit. You can find the struts at Amazon.com for $24. http://smile.amazon.com/SUSPA®-Spring-Strut-Shock-C16-08054/dp/B0041EBSX4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1412521267&sr=8-1&keywords=rv+bed+struts. Read the reviews. Of course you have to get brackets, build the box, and hinge the top, but there must be a video on YouTube.
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Susan E
on Oct 05, 2014
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Ohh yeaahhh OK.. What about those springs and hinges from an attic door with the steps that pull down... We had one up north in our house... (In FL now and haven't see those here)...but I'm sure home depot guys would help you... I'm sure they have heard this question a bunch of times!! -Linda
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Lrjones
on Oct 05, 2014
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BTW.. I love this site!
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Lrjones
on Oct 05, 2014
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Maybe something like storm door closers but heavy duty like for commercial buildings?
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Audrey Pierce
on Oct 05, 2014
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We have a king size built in bed in our master bedroom, this would be great since I always have to recruit my Hubby to lift it every time I need to get my Christmas decorations out from underneath.
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Susan
on Oct 25, 2014
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These types of beds are common in RV's.
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Liz Meek
on Nov 10, 2014
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I have a friend who uses this bed as well! And you'd be surprised at how quickly the storage space under there gets filled up when things start racking up in your house! At least it's concealed and out of sight hey?
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UdyRegan
on Jan 06, 2015
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http://resourcefurniture.com
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Jamie D
on Jan 11, 2015
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All rv trailers have under bed storage like this
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Linda McLellan
on Jan 25, 2015
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RVs have these beds. I had one, where the hydrolic assists in lifting but not in keeping it open. I had to use a bat so it wouldn't fall on me. The one we have right now stays open on its own. Keep an eye out for that. You want to make sure it supports your mattress weight and not fall on you.
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Letty
on Jan 25, 2015
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IKEA has this bed
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Lori Ellis
on Jan 25, 2015
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Murphy bed kit
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Valerie Hammond
on Jan 25, 2015
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http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40249876/
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JinxM8l&
on Jan 25, 2015
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My sister got a bed like this from Ikia.
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Edith Valdez
on Jan 26, 2015
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MALM storage bed - Ikea - of course! LOL
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LeiLani
on Feb 05, 2015
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That looks like the gizmo used on our bed in our RV. It was a queen size bed and I stored all my fabric under the mattress. Wonderful storage. Didn't think of it in a house but a good idea if space is at a premium. Go to one of those large RV stores. Can't remember the name.
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Gigi
on Feb 05, 2015
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Wouldn't most hardware stores have hinges that can help you get the storage function you want? Just be careful that you get one that can support the weight of the bed!
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MarkSindone
on Mar 06, 2015
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Check your local RV supply store. Many RVs are equipped with this type of lift.
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Susan
on Mar 09, 2015
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I'm also interested in doing this at our vacation home. You can order the kit here: http://storagebeds.com/products-page/diy-kits/storage-bed-hardware-kit/
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Barbara
on Apr 14, 2015
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I bought mine through a manufacturer that builds motor homes.
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Melina
on Apr 15, 2015
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IKEA makes a bed that has this feature for a reasonable price
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Diane Fairbanks
on Jul 31, 2015
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I just saw it at IKEA! Suzi
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Suzi tyler
on Aug 16, 2015
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I purchased this style bed, matching headboard and queen sized mattress from a company in Mesa, Arizona. I believe the store was called "Lift and Store". The owner was very nice and it has been run for many years. They have some really great space saving ideas. You can google the name and find it for sure.
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Jan T
on Aug 24, 2015
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Rockler.com has something like this. Search on "Bed Lift". Prices start at $130. You'll need to know the weight of your mattress and it's supporting platrom frame (no box frame matress allowed) to get the mechanism with the appropriate lifting power -- not to much and not to little!
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Larry Dobbins
on Mar 22, 2016
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Paula
on May 08, 2017
Rockwell tools has mechanism -
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Irma De Andino
on Aug 16, 2017
i found this, i may use it soon..https://www.woodcraft.com/products/selby-bed-storage-gas-piston-lift-mechanism-36-110-lb-capacity-set-of-2?gclid=CjwKCAjw2s_MBRA5EiwAmWIac0p0VuYfemwcDzH7Jwmzf9JRLr_LaWaxPSQTxBcKcsfyJqFtt6CASRoC8DwQAvD_BwE -
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Shay McCann
on Aug 25, 2017
Where can I purchase this bed at not the mattress ?
Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com
on Jul 29, 2012
Becky H
on Jul 29, 2012
Sharron W
on Jul 29, 2012
Z
on Jul 29, 2012
Hometipster.com
on Jul 30, 2012
Carol S
on Jul 30, 2012
Vicki T
on Jul 30, 2012
Lea6941
on Jul 31, 2012
Danielle B
on Jul 31, 2012
Jeanette S
on Jul 31, 2012
A Walk in the Countryside
on Jul 31, 2012
KMS Woodworks
on Jul 31, 2012
JANIS S
on Jul 31, 2012
Colleen Schake
on Oct 02, 2014
Susan E
on Oct 02, 2014
Kay Ellen Tomlinson
on Oct 02, 2014
IamDeirdre
on Oct 02, 2014
Lrjones
on Oct 02, 2014
Rose
on Oct 03, 2014
Glyniss M
on Oct 04, 2014
Audrey Pierce
on Oct 05, 2014
Susan
on Oct 25, 2014
Liz Meek
on Nov 10, 2014
UdyRegan
on Jan 06, 2015
Jamie D
on Jan 11, 2015
Linda McLellan
on Jan 25, 2015
Letty
on Jan 25, 2015
Lori Ellis
on Jan 25, 2015
Valerie Hammond
on Jan 25, 2015
JinxM8l&
on Jan 25, 2015
Edith Valdez
on Jan 26, 2015
LeiLani
on Feb 05, 2015
Gigi
on Feb 05, 2015
MarkSindone
on Mar 06, 2015
Susan
on Mar 09, 2015
Barbara
on Apr 14, 2015
Melina
on Apr 15, 2015
Diane Fairbanks
on Jul 31, 2015
Suzi tyler
on Aug 16, 2015
Jan T
on Aug 24, 2015
Larry Dobbins
on Mar 22, 2016
Paula
on May 08, 2017
Irma De Andino
on Aug 16, 2017
Shay McCann
on Aug 25, 2017
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