There
are two types of waterbeds that we'll be addressing in these instructions
(Box Type and Bookcase Type). Lay out your frame and hardware. Note
that the backboard and footboard have a 3/4" groove and they
should be facing one another with all boards finished side down. (Box
Frame with Flat Headboard) Attach your headboard to your backboard
with the hardware provided (Make sure the groove is facing the inner
part of the bed). Attach your "L" braces on the backboard
at each end. Make sure and leave about an 1/8" inset from the
end of the board and your "L" brace.
Bookcase
Style Frame
Box/Flat
Headboard Style
This ensures
a tight fit later. Now come down to the end of your side rails and
attach your "L" braces to the end of each side rail. Again
leave your brace about 1/8" inset. Now attach your footboard
to each side rail. Ensure you have a flush fit. Here's where the
slight differences come in. On your Box Frame simply
attach your backboard flush to the end of the side rail. Tip
Six screws total go in each corner. Most Waterbed "L" brace hardware has a locking hole. Use one screw in each corner
in your locking hole. This insures your frames stability
Corner
Assembly
Attaching
Headboard
With a Bookcase style frame the side rails are roughly 8" longer than a Box style
frame. This is the extension for your headboard to rest on. The mounting
of your backboard can be accomplished by taking one of your deck boards
as a measuring tool. Slide your deck board in the groove of the footboard.
Then bring your backboard forward until it fits tight in it's groove.
Attach your backboard with three screws on each side. This insures
a near perfect fit when you place your frame back on your deck. Remove
the deck board and proceed to the next step.
