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Attach the Bed Slats
Attach the (2) 2x6 bed slats at each end to the header and front and back rail with 2-1/2” screws into the pilot holes.
Attach all the bed slats to the front and back rails using 2½” screws (at a slight angle towards the rail) spacing the slats 3”
apart. Hint: The width of two slats is 3”, use that as a spacer between slats. The pilot holes at the ends of each slat are
very close to the edge and if it is split it is ok as the screw is only used to prevent the slat from sliding around. It is ok if
the slats have a slight twist or do not lay perfectly flat, they will still support the mattress and give the strength and stability
needed.
Picture of completed Bed Slats Mattress Foundation Installation
