All Wall Bed King beds are strong, durable and equipped with the very best gas pistons, specially manufactured in Germany. Other types of wood may be used for the project, but Murphy beds should be constructed with attention to strength and detail especially in terms of measurement and assembly. These versatile folding beds, allow any room to be converted in to a comfortable sleeping area and then put away easily and neatly afterwards to maximise space. You’re also getting built-in shelving, which adds to your available storage space and gives you even more options when it comes to stashing items and placing decor.

The drawers are even a potential replacement for a dresser, helping you to really make the most of the space you have. Prime all bare wood using a bare wood primer, applying and reapplying according to the manufacturer's instructions. Some bunk bed mattresses and frames are geared towards children, requiring additional safety features.Glue and screw a 2x2 along the bottom edge of a 1x8, pre-drilling and placing 2-inch screws every 6 inches. If you live in a studio apartment or want to optimize the available space in your home, a Murphy bed can be a great solution for multi-functional rooms. Murphy beds are oftentimes designed with locking hinges to hold them in place when they’re not in use. Pre-drill and attach a 2x4 to the wall with the top edge positioned at 80 inches, using 1/4-inch by 3-1/2-inch lag bolts with washers.

If you are not willing to dole out the extra cash and would enjoy building one on your own, you can get your hands on DIY Murphy bed plans.If you want to strip your Murphy bed down to the bare essentials, this design from Wall Bed King is perfect. Very easy to fold down and back up again which means I can utilise the space in the room when not in use. Our Murphy bed hardware kits allow you to create your own custom Murphy bed to suit any existing décor or style. This is fairly thick for a Murphy bed mattress, so your guests may not need a mattress pad or topper to sleep comfortably. The kits must be fixed to a solid floor, a solid wall or both; you can also attach the frame to any wall studs, giving total flexibility when installing the kit.