How to Fix a Squeaky Bed

Fixing a squeaky bed starts with identifying where the noises are coming from, then seeking
to address the problem using process of elimination. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to
stop a bed from squeaking.

1. Tighten Joints
All our bed frames are held together by brackets, connected with metal bolts or screws.
These areas can sometimes be a source of squeakiness, so this is a good place to start in
trying to prevent excessive noise from your bed.

To start, simply tighten all the joints on your bed frame, using an allen key or screwdriver.
You may also consider adding plastic or rubber washers to achieve a tighter fit, without the
metal-on-metal connection that can cause squeaking.
Test for noises again. If the problem persists, move on to the next step.

2. Lubricate Joints
For bed frames with metal bolts or screws, applying lubrication can help. Products like WD-
40 can be easily applied to joint areas, which often reduces noise.

If tightening and lubricating the bed’s joints does not fix the problem, the source of the noise
is likely elsewhere.

3. Cushion the Slats
In many cases, noise can be caused by friction between the mattress and the bed frame. If
this is the case, adding a layer of cushioning in between the frame and mattress can help.

To do this, you’ll want to gather some relatively thin fabric materials, such as old socks, T-
shirts, felt, or kitchen towels. Next, line the bed frame with the fabric, and place the mattress
back on top. This should reduce friction and creakiness.

Following these steps, you should be able to identify the source of the noise and hopefully fix
the problem. If the noise persists, here are a few other things to try:

• Place furniture pads to the legs of the bed frame, to reduce noise between the frame
  and the floor.
• Reduce wobbliness by ensuring your bed is even with the floor. If necessary, add
  extra padding underneath specific legs to even things out.
• Gently apply a thin layer of beeswax (or candle wax) to the affected area to reduce
• friction.
• Identify areas where there is wood-on-wood contact which may be causing noise.