Does this need to be constructed and how hard is it to do so? Is it very heavy? What size sheets do you buy for it?
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It's very heavy. I had to hire movers to bring up to my second floor apartment. When out of the box, it's fully assembled so you just open it, and it's ready for use.Twin sheets are used but since the mattress is smaller, the situation is not perfect. However, this bed is great! My son is 6"4, so I bought the xtra long bed.He's been sleeping on it for two months, and never complained. I only wish I could find fitted sheets exclusively made for this great product.
1676802
The bed we bought is standard size and it takes standard size sheets. Set-up could not be easier - it simply folds down. It rolls very easily from its storage spot in the garage to whatever room we need it for. Folks who slept on it (all ages and sizes) are thrilled with it.
1676803
It was not hard to put together. I did it by myself. All I really had to do was add the casters. The hardest part was getting it out of the box by myself because it is rather heavy and tightly packed. I highly recommend this bed. I bought the XL twin bed so use XL twin sheets.
1676804
These beds come completely assembled except for the casters which were easy to install. The sheets are twin extra long. Very nice beds. Highly recommend them.
1676805
Very minimal construction - you may have to put the wheels on; I don't recall much construction at all - have had mine close to a year and would purchase all over again! Very pleased with it. It very light weight but sturdy and easy to move around. Best advantage: rarely do you find a box spring mattress on fold up beds! Very comfortable. Single or twin sheets.
1676806
The bed is a bit of a trick to unpack if you are alone. Check your cholesterol before carrying it upstairs, too. But assembly is just a matter of attaching the wheels to the bottom of the frame, which is a ten minute job. I bought single sheets for it, and they are slightly too large. But it is a roll away bed, not the center of the Lincoln Bedroom. Right?
1676807
The bed came fully assembled, we use twin size/single sheets, I just added a 2" foam pad and a nice pillow mattress pad, my nephew has been sleeping on it since I purchased it...I more than got my monies worth.
1676808
No construction needed, all you have to do is unfold it. Love mine. Just bought two more. Twin bed sheets work.
1676809
Hi no.. the only thing you had to put on was the wheels. It is not heavy (Well I did not have to carry it as my place is one level and on the first floor), and it rolls very easily. Regarding the sheets, it uses regular twin size. I really love it and it is so comfortable.. I slept on it for about a month when I had company and gave them my bedroom.
1676810
Hello, you need to assemble the 4 sviwel wheels only. not hard. You need to use a full size flat sheet. it's a little longer than a normal full. 79"
1958723
I cut a piece of heavy duty plastic sheeting to cover mine during construction in the same room and it protected it well. You can get a large roll (12' x 50') at Lowes for $11.
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mine came in a box, didnt have a bag with it. i will be putting mine in a twin mattress zippered protector and carrying it that way when i move. it would be hard to compress it though im sure. i would try to get a bag that has an easy carry handle if you can, or whatever is easiest to pick it up. the thing is somewhat heavy but not as bad as a real mattress. i have a 1 inch polyeurethane egg crate pad on mine, then a 3 inch latex foam mattress pad under that to make it comfortable to sleep on. the length of the mattress is about 77 inches, which is nice because its not too long like an ex long twin mattress, but not too short for me like a twin bed is. im 5'9 mine came in a box, didnt have a bag with it. i will be putting mine in a twin mattress zippered protector and carrying it that way when i move. it would be hard to compress it though im sure. i would try to get a bag that has an easy carry handle if you can, or whatever is easiest to pick it up. the thing is somewhat heavy but not as bad as a real mattress. i have a 1 inch polyeurethane egg crate pad on mine, then a 3 inch latex foam mattress pad under that to make it comfortable to sleep on. the length of the mattress is about 77 inches, which is nice because its not too long like an ex... » Read More mine came in a box, didnt have a bag with it. i will be putting mine in a twin mattress zippered protector and carrying it that way when i move. it would be hard to compress it though im sure. i would try to get a bag that has an easy carry handle if you can, or whatever is easiest to pick it up. the thing is somewhat heavy but not as bad as a real mattress. i have a 1 inch polyeurethane egg crate pad on mine, then a 3 inch latex foam mattress pad under that to make it comfortable to sleep on. the length of the mattress is about 77 inches, which is nice because its not too long like an ex long twin mattress, but not too short for me like a twin bed is. im 5'9 « Show Less
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Hey to be honest is pretty hard. I bought a mattress top. I was planing to buy it anyway cause i have mattres top in all our beds.
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It is very heavy and required special shipment by a truck w/a pneumatic tail lift. After it arrived it took my husband and I both, w/the help of a dolly, to get it into his workshop. He had no difficulty setting it up and placing it where he wanted.
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It's very large and needs to be assembled in it's intended use area. The company has recommended assemblers you can hire to put it together for you once it has arrived.
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Its not a pretty construction box. Its designed for Sheetrock only. You can run all the lines though and be ready
1953481
Hello Chelsea,My mattress is quite heavy which made fold up hard but, you've purchased a great steady product. You have to lift the back and kind of pull up on the front at the same time. Stand behind what would be the back and try and lift close to end and pull up on front end while lifting back. Mercy, took lots of practice for me. But trust it's a great futon. YOU CAN DO IT. Best,Loretta
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You want a fairly solid foundation of support. If you go to Home Depot or Lowes, just take the thickest plywood they offer and have it ripped into 12" to 18" slats. You can go ever wider if you can easily manipulate such a heavy piece of wood.
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Yes you must put it together. It isn't very difficult. Have ordered two and had no problems.
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Sure. you will likely want to use a heavy duty cover. Also be advised this mattress is very firm.
1346978
It is really heavy. You will have a challenge moving the box around and I found it eaiser to slide it around. There is no brand. It is merely a big sheet of foam vacuum sealed into a bag and sent. I love it and have bought this for all the beds in our house. You should let it air out for one day before placing in your bedroom. It arrives with slight smell that diminishes after a day outside.
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I put the bed together by myself in about 4 hours. It wasn't very difficult and would be quicker with 2 people. The box was bulky and probably 80 pounds. I needed my husband's help to carry it inside. I ended up taking parts out of the box and moving them to the room I was assembling in.
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It is big and heavy. Some assembly is required but it is very easy to do. It will fit through a doorway before assembly... not after. Both side arms come off which make it narrow enough to fit through a doorway. We used one of those wheeled trolleys to move it around. It's very heavy.
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I would recommend getting an egg crate to put on top of it. This futon is very hard. I've had people complain about sleeping on it for one night.
970937
You need something because the mattress will sink between the slats. A box spring will set the mattress way to high for the bed design though. I just flattened the box after I unpacked the bed pieces, and laid it over the slats. Worked perfect!
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Hi Carol, I didn't purchase sheets. I actually used one of the changing table covers that I received. It was a little ill fitting but totally worked. I received three covers at the baby shower and they were all really soft material. I didn't have to spend any extra money on the portable sleeper. I hope that helps.