The Thompson Canopy Bed
Assembly Instructions
Brand: MAIDEN HOME
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Components & Hardware
Assembly requires 2 people.
Note: Queen and king beds have 14 slats while California king beds have 15 slats. Ensure all hardware is firmly secured during installation; do not loosen or move hardware.
- Headboard (1)
- Side Rails (2)
- Footboard (1)
- Center Support Legs (3)
- Center Support Rail (1)
- Horizontal Posts (4)
- Headboard Posts (2)
- Footboard Posts (2)
- Slats (14-15)
- Screws (16)
- L Bracket (4)
Component Labels
All horizontal posts, headboard posts, and footboard posts are labeled with numbers to ensure proper assembly. These labels are located at the ends of the horizontal posts and next to the receiving bracket of the headboard and footboard posts. The numbers on the horizontal posts correspond with the numbers on the headboard and footboard posts.
Diagram shows the bed frame structure with numbered components.
Assembly Instructions
Step 1: Attach Headboard Posts to Headboard
To connect each headboard post to the headboard, insert the pre-attached rail fastener into the footboard fitting and press down firmly to lock it in place.
Diagram shows a headboard with two posts being attached to its sides. Close-up views illustrate the connection mechanism on the left and right sides.
Step 2: Attach Side Rails to Headboard
To connect each side rail to the headboard, insert the pre-attached rail fastener into the headboard fitting and press down firmly to lock it in place.
Diagram shows the headboard with attached posts, and side rails being connected to the posts. Close-up views show the connection on the left and right sides.
Step 3: Attach Footboard Posts to Side Rails
To connect each footboard post to each side rail, insert the pre-attached rail fastener into the footboard fitting and press down firmly to lock it in place.
Diagram shows the partially assembled bed frame (headboard, posts, side rails) and the footboard posts being attached to the ends of the side rails. Close-up views illustrate the connection on the left and right sides.
Step 4: Attach Footboard to Footboard Posts
To connect each footboard post to the footboard, insert the pre-attached rail fastener into the footboard fitting and press down firmly to lock it in place.
Diagram shows the bed frame with headboard, posts, and side rails, and the footboard being attached to the footboard posts.
Step 5: Connect Horizontal Posts
To connect the horizontal posts to the headboard and footboard posts, slot the attached brackets into the receiving brackets. Be sure to match the numbers on the ends of the horizontal posts to the corresponding numbers on the headboard and footboard posts, which are located near the receiving brackets.
Diagram shows the bed frame and the four horizontal posts being slotted into place between the headboard and footboard posts, referencing numbered connections.
Step 6: Secure L Brackets
Attach the L brackets to the horizontal posts with the screws provided. Use the pre-drilled holes to guide placement of the brackets.
Diagram shows the canopy frame with L brackets being attached to the top corners of the horizontal posts using screws. A close-up shows the screws and L bracket alignment.
Step 7: Attach Center Support Legs
Screw the center support legs into the center support rail, with the metal T-nuts facing upward.
Diagram shows three center support legs being screwed into a center support rail, with arrows indicating the direction of insertion and the orientation of the T-nuts.
Step 8: Install Center Support Rail
Place the center support rail inside the bed frame. Adjust the glides on the center support legs as needed, ensuring the legs stand straight and are flush to the floor.
Diagram shows the center support rail with attached legs being placed inside the bed frame. A close-up shows the adjustable glide on a support leg.
Step 9: Place Slats
Place the slats inside the bed frame. Note that the slat pocket is designed to be slightly wider than the slat for ease of assembly.
Diagram shows the bed frame with the center support rail installed, and the slats being laid across the frame.
Bed Configurations
The Thompson canopy bed is available in different configurations:
- Queen & King: Requires 14 slats.
- California King: Requires 15 slats.
Illustrations show the assembled bed frame for Queen/King and California King sizes, highlighting the slat count.
Assembly Checklist
Review the checklist below to ensure your Thompson canopy bed is properly assembled.
- Ensure all slats are present.
- Ensure all slats are lying flat.
- Ensure all hardware is firmly secured. Do not loosen or move hardware.
- Ensure center support legs are level.
- Ensure all 4 L bracket are securely installed on the horizontal posts.
- Should you need to move this piece for any reason—including installing a rug beneath it—disassemble it first, then reassemble in the desired position.
