How to Fix a Broken Bed Side Rail?
Bed rails can provide powerful assistance for the elderly, disabled, etc. in daily life, allowing them to get up from the bed more safely and stably.
If your bed rail is broken or unstable, don't be careless. Because that may accidentally fall, and the consequences of falling are very serious.
The repair steps below are for reference only. (However, we strongly recommend that you consult customer service before repairing to determine whether to repair or replace.)
1. Check the Problem
Bed rails can wear out from regular use, become unstable from loose screws, or get damaged from improper installation.
So check the bedside rail first to determine the extent of the damage and what needs to be repaired.
If it cannot be repaired and it is within the warranty period, you can find out the relevant terms in the instruction manual and ask the seller whether the product can be replaced.
2. Materials and Tools Preparation
Prepare materials such as hammers, screws, nails, wood glue, sandpaper, and saws according to the problems detected.
If the product is under warranty, you can ask the seller to provide you with replacement materials according to the terms of the manual.
3. Repair the Damaged Bed Rails
If the screw is loose, use a screwdriver to tighten the screw. If it is bent due to heavy weight, you can try to see if it can be restored to its original shape.
4. Sand the damaged area
After repairs, rough or uneven areas where the bedside rail joins can be sanded down to make it smooth and comfortable to hold.
5. Reinforced the Bed Rail
If the break is small, you can apply wood glue to the broken pieces and screw or nail them in place until the glue dries.
6. Closing
Once the glue has dried and the parts are set, sand the area to smooth out any rough spots and apply a coat of paint or varnish to match the bed frame.
7. Try using
Before using the bed rail, try it out to make sure it is secure. If the bedside rails still feel unstable or wobbly, consider replacing them with new ones.
The styles of bed rails sold by merchants are different, so specific problems need to be analyzed in detail. The fastest way is to ask the seller customer service.
Recommend Products
-
Sale
Economy A - 300 LBS Capacity Knee Scooter
Original price $149.99From Original price $108.99Original price $149.99Current price $108.99From $108.99Current price $108.99OasisSpace Economy Knee Walker OasisSpace Economy Knee walker is the most cost-effective knee scooter. Good-looking, full-featured, low price, fr...
View full detailsSaleOriginal price $149.99From Original price $108.99Original price $149.99Current price $108.99From $108.99Current price $108.99 -
Sale
Standard - 300LBS Capacity Shower Stool
Original price $51.99From Original price $28.99Original price $51.99Current price $28.99From $28.99Current price $28.99OasisSpace Medical Square Shower Stool for Bathtub OasisSpace Square Shower Stool for Bathtub is approved as the highest standard(FDA) for medical...
View full detailsSaleOriginal price $51.99From Original price $28.99Original price $51.99Current price $28.99From $28.99Current price $28.99 -
Sale
Padded & Bariatric - 500LBS Capacity Heavy Duty Shower Stool
Original price $57.99From Original price $34.99Original price $57.99Current price $34.99From $34.99Current price $34.99OasisSpace Medical Heavy Duty Bariatric Shower Stool OasisSpace Medical Heavy Duty Bariatric Shower Stool is approved by the FDA, which is the hig...
View full detailsSaleOriginal price $57.99From Original price $34.99Original price $57.99Current price $34.99From $34.99Current price $34.99 -
From Original price $179.99Original price$179.99From $179.99Current price $179.99Cold Therapy Machine Main Advantages The OasisSpace Low Noise Cold Therapy Machine reduces the risk of post-operative swelling and inflammation, jo...
View full detailsFrom Original price $179.99Original price$179.99From $179.99Current price $179.99 -
300LBS Capacity Raised Toilet Seat with Legs
From Original price $129.99Original price$129.99From $129.99Current price $129.99OasisSpace Raised Toilet Seat with Legs OasisSpace Raised Toilet Seat with Legs is constructed with a corrosion-resistant aluminum frame that can ...
View full detailsFrom Original price $129.99Original price$129.99From $129.99Current price $129.99 -
Flexible - 3 Wheels Rollator Walker
From Original price $79.99Original price$79.99From $79.99Current price $79.99OasisSpace Flexible 3 Wheel Rollator Walker for Seniors -Lightweight & Convenient OasisSpace Flexible 3 Wheel Rollator Walker adopts a triangu...
View full detailsFrom Original price $79.99Original price$79.99From $79.99Current price $79.99 -
Sale
300LBS Capacity Raised Toilet Seat with Arms
Original price $120.99From Original price $69.99Original price $120.99Current price $69.99From $69.99Current price $69.99OasisSpace Raised Toilet Seat with Arms - Safe and Convenient OasisSpace Raised Toilet Seat with Arms provides stable support for users to sit dow...
View full detailsSaleOriginal price $120.99From Original price $69.99Original price $120.99Current price $69.99From $69.99Current price $69.99 -
350LBS Capacity 2 Wheel Walker
From Original price $71.99Original price$71.99From $71.99Current price $71.99Product Advantages OasisSpace's 350LBS Capacity walker offers a fusion of lightweight design and sturdy support, crafted from high-grade anodized ...
View full detailsFrom Original price $71.99Original price$71.99From $71.99Current price $71.99 -
Wall Mounted - 400LBS Capacity Teak Folding Shower Seat
From Original price $131.99Original price$131.99From $131.99Current price $131.99Advantages OasisSpace Teak Wall-Mounted Shower Seat adopts a folding design, which can save space to the greatest extent and can be folded up at a...
View full detailsFrom Original price $131.99Original price$131.99From $131.99Current price $131.99 -
Width Adjustable-300LBS Capacity Toilet Rails
From Original price $38.99Original price$38.99From $38.99Current price $38.99Product Advantages This adjustable toilet rail is robustly built with a corrosion-resistant aluminum frame. It can support a weight up to 300 poun...
View full detailsFrom Original price $38.99Original price$38.99From $38.99Current price $38.99
