What Are Gas Lift Beds Made Of?

Gas lift beds look sleek and space-saving, but many buyers are unsure what materials actually go into them — and how that affects safety, durability, and returns.

Gas lift beds are made from powder-coated steel, engineered wood panels, nitrogen gas pistons, and durable upholstery like velvet or faux leather. Each part must be tested for strength, pressure, and courier-friendly packaging.

If you're a buyer who sources online or from exhibitions, you likely don’t get to inspect the inside of the bed frame. That makes it hard to predict returns or user complaints. Below, I break down each core material so you can make smarter sourcing decisions.

What materials are used in the frame of gas lift beds?

Sellers want strong frames that won’t break during use or shipping. But with so many suppliers using vague product photos, judging internal structure quality can be frustrating.

The core frame uses welded 2mm-thick steel tubes with engineered particleboard panels. Center beams add stability. The frame must support at least 300kg static load.

The main frame of a gas lift bed starts with a steel skeleton. At DIKAPABED, we use 30x30 mm powder-coated steel tubes. The center beam uses a curved, welded design to reduce wobble under weight. We reinforce this with metal legs and brackets for courier drops.

We pair this frame with ≥680kg/m³ particleboard for the side rails, headboard, and footboard. These panels are thick enough to resist flexing during use but light enough for small-parcel logistics. Everything is pre-drilled and ready for bolt-on assembly.

We also support OEM clients with CAD drawings, so you or your clients can visualize the inner support system before committing to bulk orders.

Are the gas pistons in gas lift beds safe and durable?

Gas struts are powerful. If they fail or stick, your customers can get hurt or ask for refunds. That puts pressure on you as a buyer to choose the right strength and safety spec.

Quality gas pistons are nitrogen-filled, leak-proof, and tested for over 10,000 lifts. They include locking features to hold the bed open safely.

We use sealed hydraulic pistons rated from 800N to 1200N depending on bed size. These pistons contain compressed nitrogen, not regular air. They will not lose pressure unless damaged.

To prevent common problems like “won’t lift” or “sags over time,” we pressure-match the piston strength to the bed type. For example, double-size beds with medium-weight mattresses get 950N pistons. Our pistons also include a locking arm, which holds the bed in the open position even during mattress shifts.

Every piston is tested before packing. We also include QR code videos in each shipment, showing how to align and install them correctly. This reduces user error and protects your store’s reputation.

What kind of upholstery is used in gas lift beds?

You want your beds to look premium online and arrive clean and wrinkle-free. But packaging and compression can cause fabric damage if the wrong materials are used.

Most gas lift beds use velvet or faux leather. Fabrics must be wrinkle-resistant and vacuum-sealed for courier shipping without damaging surface texture.

Velvet is popular in the UK and Germany. Faux leather is better for Middle Eastern or warmer markets. At DIKAPABED, we offer both. Our velvet fabrics are ≥260gsm for plushness and structure. Faux leathers meet REACH safety standards and include fireproof options for UKFR compliance.

To protect them during transit, we wrap each bed in foam, vacuum seal it, and place it in a triple-wall export box. This avoids creases and corner damage, especially for courier channels like UPS or DHL.

We also send out fabric swatches and HD images for clients who want to showcase real texture in their online store. Color consistency is key for branding, so we provide lab dips and color books on request.

Are all gas lift beds made of wood and metal?

Many buyers fear that cheaper beds contain cardboard, foam cores, or unsafe materials that won’t hold up. These shortcuts damage long-term brand value.

Quality gas lift beds use a mix of engineered wood and powder-coated steel. No paperboard, foam, or plastic should be used inside the frame.

The entire structure of our beds is certified by EN1725 testing, covering strength and safety for adult use. We never use paperboard or recycled plastic inside. Our slats are 55x9 mm poplar or birch wood, placed in counts of 26 or more per bed.

For high-end customers, we also offer upgrades to solid wood side rails or headboards. But even our standard models include only furniture-grade boards, not MDF or foam.

To make sourcing safer, we provide inner structure photos, pre-production samples, and full material declarations. You’ll always know what’s inside before ordering containers.

Do gas lift beds run out of gas?

Some buyers think these beds lose lift over time like tires. Others don’t realize how piston strength works with mattress weight.

No, sealed gas pistons do not leak or lose power under normal use. They are filled with nitrogen and rated for 10,000+ cycles.

Each piston is a sealed unit, using pressurized nitrogen to provide lift. This is similar to a car boot strut. It does not “run out” like an inflatable product. But improper installation or poor quality can cause early failure.

At DIKAPABED, we help buyers match piston strength to mattress weight. For example, if your SKU uses a 30kg mattress, we pair it with a 1000N piston. If a user installs the piston backwards, we provide guides to correct it.

Our pistons are tested for 10,000 open/close cycles. That equals 5–8 years of regular use. We offer replacements and support long-term clients with piston-only shipments if needed.

Conclusion

Gas lift beds combine five key materials. The quality of each one matters. Choose trusted suppliers, and you can reduce your returns, boost reviews, and simplify sourcing.