I would like to construct this with the slats a bit closer together- and then add an additional slat. Is that possible, or is the slat position fixed?
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Slat position is fixed since they fit into grooves in the frame. But if you're handy with wood, you could probably figure something out.
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It would be a lot of work. Each slat rests on the side frame. One wider long piece of wood under it and then a second piece on top of that (narrower) with a niche carved out to position each slat. It would be easier to simply add a few extra slats.
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I think you may have to measure it, and put your own size to it, but I think it should work, my husband looked at it, and says you should be able to figure it out
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You can add 11 wooden furring strips between the slats provided. They can be purchased at Home Depot or Lowes for about a $1.15 each.You will have to cut each to 56 5/8 inches as the furring is 96 inches long. Space between slats is reduced to 1 1/2 inches between them.You'll also have to provide the extra screws and be sure to drill pilot holes first.
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No, just any support will do. Slats on a frame, closely spaced, or, just any type of solid support.
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Yes you can, because I accidentally did that whIle assembling haha. I had to fix it because the back of the short side of cubes has unfinished parts and looked shabby, but if it's against the wall it won't show.
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Are you talking about using placing a single mattress on the bed then either a board or bookcase across the remaining space? You should be able to do that. The frame is sturdy enough. Slats aren't that wide to use without something across them. Also, remember the bed isn't that high off the floor. You could put a full-size mattress on the bed and use a bookcase as a headboard either at the top or side. Look-up "book-case daybed" for a better idea of what I'm talking about. For what it's worth, I've bought two of these and both of my kids have enjoyed this piece of furniture.
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The slats are wide apart. So I bought a compressed board at lowes for $20, had it cut to fit the gaps and put mattress on it. It saves the extra height of the box springs
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Agree with Mike H. The slats were just a hair too short. My husband (weight: 240) laid on his side and a few of the slats instantly fell out. For me (weight: 120), it was fine but I was a bit hesitant at first. Now that we've had the bed for about a month, so far so good. Overall, the structure of the bed is sturdy and feels sturdy.
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The sections are made with strip slats that have a slit cut in them to fit together. So if you only used 2 in one direction and 2 the other you could have bigger open spaces :)
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As the pieces that go between the mattress and what it is on are only 3 straight "sticks" it may be much more difficult to make it secure if the mattress is on just slats.If you still wanted to use this product you would probably have to add a sheet of plywood between the slats and the mattress to make sure that it would be secure.
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Slats are not advertised to be removable. seems to me that if you forcibly remove them (cut them out), foundational stability would be compromised.
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Shouldn't be too difficult. Although I just folded a couple of sides onto each other. This way all panels are still connected yet it is quite a bit smaller. And when moved outside, no muss, no fuss all sides are still connected. EZ PZ.
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No, but the way the structure gets set into the ground is with stakes that just go straight down, no horizontal anything. So, you could set two side by side and against each other while tying the posts together with something. Visually this might be a problem since the middle of the combined set would be thicker than the end posts but might be just fine as plants start to grow on it. They are extremely easy to put together and from what I can tell so far, will look like "new" even over time
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I don't think I needed to add the center board, if I didn't wish to. I thought it would make 2 stronger beds, supported, if I did, so I did. If center support is not an issue then why not?
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Yes, you can do that with this kit and the boxes I received even had the directions. I didn't make it so I don't know how stable it is but I think it would work fine. After you stack the corner posts to get double height, the third slat will be split between two the upper and lower post to help tie things together. You will have two to three inches of extra post at each corner. If that look bothers you I think you could flip the unit and bury that part in the ground.
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Yes, that's what we did. I do recommend that you get additional slats for better support. The few that it comes with really are not sufficient.
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The slats are 2-1/4 ins wide and the gap between slats is 4-1/4 ins approx. The slats are connected with a couple of fabric tapes, I think this is to make laying them out easier, rather than for anything structural. If you cut the tapes you can probably put the slats any distance apart you want. I think only three or so of the slats are screwed to the frame, the tape keeps the other slats in place, again you can screw them in wherever you want, I followed the assembly instructions. The slats are standard wood, you can probably get more 'slats' at a DIY store. I see one person said 2 ins apart, I took the mattress off and measured mine, they were 4-1/4 ins approx. The slats are 2-1/4 ins wide and the gap between slats is 4-1/4 ins approx. The slats are connected with a couple of fabric tapes, I think this is to make laying them out easier, rather than for anything structural. If you cut the tapes you can probably put the slats any distance apart you want. I think only three or so of the slats are screwed to the frame, the tape keeps the other slats in place, again you can screw them in wherever you want, I followed the assembly instructions. The slats are standard wood, you can probably get more 'slats' at a DIY store. I see one person said 2 ins... » Read More The slats are 2-1/4 ins wide and the gap between slats is 4-1/4 ins approx. The slats are connected with a couple of fabric tapes, I think this is to make laying them out easier, rather than for anything structural. If you cut the tapes you can probably put the slats any distance apart you want. I think only three or so of the slats are screwed to the frame, the tape keeps the other slats in place, again you can screw them in wherever you want, I followed the assembly instructions. The slats are standard wood, you can probably get more 'slats' at a DIY store. I see one person said 2 ins apart, I took the mattress off and measured mine, they were 4-1/4 ins approx. « Show Less
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Yes you can. Lift the form off the stand. Look inside and you will see metal slats pull each connection until you get the length you need. The only thing wrong with doing this, is there becomes a gap and can not pin in this area. I had to adjust mine about 2 inches it is very tight and can be hard to do.
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It has an accordion type technique to it. With some skill you could probably add some slats.