How to Take Apart a Metal Futon
- 1). Untie the cushion, remove it from the frame and fold it in half. Slide one end of the cushion into one of the large trash bags. Slip another trash bag on the other end of the folded cushion. Wrap the seam between the bags with tape to protect the fabric.
- 2). Lower the frame of the futon into a relining position. Locate the hinge piece between the seat and back frames. Use your hex wrenches to remove the retaining bolts along the hinge line. Lift the back part of the frame and set it aside.
- 3). Remove the retaining bolts holding the bottom panel onto the main frame of the futon. Lift the bottom panel free and set it aside. Remove the bolts holding each side of the main frame. Lay the horizontal frame pieces and the side panels aside.
- 4). Remove the bolts holding the pieces of the bottom, back and side panels. Arrange all of the components of the futon into piles of like-sized pieces. Place the retaining bolts into a plastic bucket and press the lid firmly onto the bucket. Tape the bundles of components together on each end.
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