10 Easy Hacks to Fix a Squeaky Bed
The sign of an old box spring is a bed that won't stop creaking when all you're trying to do is catch a little bit with your eyes closed. Instead of rushing to buy a new box spring, or simply ignoring the problem and resigning yourself to endless sleepless nights, rest assured that there are a few simple hacks that can fix the problem. We've put together the 10 easiest ways to silence a noisy box spring. Read on to find a solution to your squeaky bed that will get you back to sleep peacefully.
Junction problem?
Loose joints are a common cause of a creaking bed. Check all the screws in your bed frame to see if they could be the source of your problem. If you find that some screws are loose, use a wrench to tighten them. If you can't tighten a screw securely, add a washer between the frame and the screw to ensure a tight (and noise-free) fit.
put on a sock
This trick will allow you to make use of all those ill-fitting socks. First, lift the mattress off the bed frame, then line each slat with old socks (a sheet or an old T-shirt will work too).
The additional fabric acts as a buffer between the mattress and the metal or wooden bed frame, eliminating any friction points and also creating a sound barrier.
apply wax
If you know exactly where the winch comes from, you can smooth it out with a little wax. An easy way to locate the noisy spot is to listen carefully as someone moves slowly across the bed. Once you've located the joint that's causing problems, take a wax candle and rub it across all contact points. It may take a few coats of wax to get rid of the sound.
apply oil
Here is where a fully stocked garage will come in handy. Once a problem area is located, take a can of WD-40 and use it to lubricate the joint making the noise. If you don't have WD-40 on hand, vegetable oil will also work in a pinch. Of course, this method only works if your bed frame is metal.
Use a cork strip
If you have a wooden bed frame, you don't really have screws to tighten or gaskets to lubricate. Instead, try weaving small pieces of cork between the mattress and the squeaking portions of the bed frame. (You can also put cork around the pegs.) Cork cushioning will help tighten up any loose spots and reduce noise.
height influence
Don't rule out the possibility that the creaking in your bed could actually be caused by uneven floorboards or your bed legs. Balance things out by placing a towel or folded sheet under the legs of the frame to ensure they all touch the floor. Another option is to move your bed to a location where the floorboards are level.
use a book
Here's another clever trick. Once the part of the bed frame responsible for the offensive squeal has been found, place a hard object, such as a book, under the mattress in that exact spot. You may need to test some places to get this done correctly. When you do, you should notice a reduction in noise, and with a good quality mattress, you shouldn't experience a decline in sleep comfort.
Check close to the floor
If the casters under the bed frame are responsible for the squeaks, you're in luck. The repair couldn't be easier. Just stop by your local hardware store and collect rubber wheel cups to place under each wheel. For as little as $2 each, they'll reduce the noise of those squeaking wheels – and quickly.
Check the condition of the mattress
If you're really having trouble getting rid of the problem, try this. Flip the box spring over, then cut a small hole in the fabric covering the springs. Spray WD-40 on each individual spring (or anywhere there is metal) to lubricate the areas that could be responsible for your squeaks. Use a stapler to reseal the holder, put the box spring and mattress back into the frame, and try them on.
Basic solution
As a last resort, rotate your mattress. By turning the head of the mattress towards the foot of the bed, you can slightly change the way the weight balances on the bed frame. Sometimes that's all it takes to eliminate a creak. After you have rotated your mattress, do a quick test. If the squeak is gone, stretch out and relax – now you're entitled to a well-deserved night's rest.
The sign of an old box spring is a bed that won't stop creaking when all you're trying to do is catch a little bit with your eyes closed. Instead of rushing to buy a new box spring, or simply ignoring the problem and resigning yourself to endless sleepless nights, rest assured that there are a few simple hacks that can fix the problem. We've put together the 10 easiest ways to silence a noisy box spring. Read on to find a solution to your squeaky bed that will get you back to sleep peacefully.
Junction problem?
Loose joints are a common cause of a creaking bed. Check all the screws in your bed frame to see if they could be the source of your problem. If you find that some screws are loose, use a wrench to tighten them. If you can't tighten a screw securely, add a washer between the frame and the screw to ensure a tight (and noise-free) fit.
put on a sock
This trick will allow you to make use of all those ill-fitting socks. First, lift the mattress off the bed frame, then line each slat with old socks (a sheet or an old T-shirt will work too).
The additional fabric acts as a buffer between the mattress and the metal or wooden bed frame, eliminating any friction points and also creating a sound barrier.
apply wax
If you know exactly where the winch comes from, you can smooth it out with a little wax. An easy way to locate the noisy spot is to listen carefully as someone moves slowly across the bed. Once you've located the joint that's causing problems, take a wax candle and rub it across all contact points. It may take a few coats of wax to get rid of the sound.
apply oil
Here is where a fully stocked garage will come in handy. Once a problem area is located, take a can of WD-40 and use it to lubricate the joint making the noise. If you don't have WD-40 on hand, vegetable oil will also work in a pinch. Of course, this method only works if your bed frame is metal.
Use a cork strip
If you have a wooden bed frame, you don't really have screws to tighten or gaskets to lubricate. Instead, try weaving small pieces of cork between the mattress and the squeaking portions of the bed frame. (You can also put cork around the pegs.) Cork cushioning will help tighten up any loose spots and reduce noise.
height influence
Don't rule out the possibility that the creaking in your bed could actually be caused by uneven floorboards or your bed legs. Balance things out by placing a towel or folded sheet under the legs of the frame to ensure they all touch the floor. Another option is to move your bed to a location where the floorboards are level.
use a book
Here's another clever trick. Once the part of the bed frame responsible for the offensive squeal has been found, place a hard object, such as a book, under the mattress in that exact spot. You may need to test some places to get this done correctly. When you do, you should notice a reduction in noise, and with a good quality mattress, you shouldn't experience a decline in sleep comfort.
Check close to the floor
If the casters under the bed frame are responsible for the squeaks, you're in luck. The repair couldn't be easier. Just stop by your local hardware store and collect rubber wheel cups to place under each wheel. For as little as $2 each, they'll reduce the noise of those squeaking wheels – and quickly.
Check the condition of the mattress
If you're really having trouble getting rid of the problem, try this. Flip the box spring over, then cut a small hole in the fabric covering the springs. Spray WD-40 on each individual spring (or anywhere there is metal) to lubricate the areas that could be responsible for your squeaks. Use a stapler to reseal the holder, put the box spring and mattress back into the frame, and try them on.
Basic solution
As a last resort, rotate your mattress. By turning the head of the mattress towards the foot of the bed, you can slightly change the way the weight balances on the bed frame. Sometimes that's all it takes to eliminate a creak. After you have rotated your mattress, do a quick test. If the squeak is gone, stretch out and relax – now you're entitled to a well-deserved night's rest.
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Originally Posted by sirkill1
Send me 5k tc and I might tell you. :P
i dont even have 5k tc
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i fixed the creaking it was just the headboard or whatever gave it a little shake and it's no longer creaking
Last edited by Goomba; Aug 4, 2022 at 07:40 AM.
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