Murphy beds have been in production for a a few decades now. The company that introduced it has become very popular and expanded business in all major cities of United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean Islands. However, the products can be shipped all over the world.
These beds are available in all sizes and the company also sells do-it-yourself bed kits which eliminates the need for professional help in installing these beds. The greatest advantage of using Murphy beds is that you can save a considerable amount of space and give an elegant look to your room by reshaping your walls and cabinets.
Types of Murphy Beds
The company became famous for their ability to manufacture space-saving wall-beds, fold-down beds, bi-fold beds and folding bed frames. Fold-down beds are beds which can be folded to give the look of a cabinet when not in use. Wall-beds, on the other hand, appear like a wall on folding. The bi-fold beds, when folded, turn into a sofa for use in the day.
Moreover, there are four main models from the original company, namely styleline, deluxe, economy and side-bed. The bed folding mechanism in all cases is the same but the difference lies in the depth of the folding space. Styleline requires more depth than deluxe which requires more depth than economy style. Side-bed style is just like deluxe bed except that it folds horizontally rather than vertically.
How Do Murphy Beds Work?
The wall-beds and fold-down beds have a spring loaded counter-balancing design, fixed to the floor, which allows them to fold easily and remain in that position until prompted. The beds have their mattresses built into them, with blankets and pillows strapped into place, so you do not have to worry about putting these accessories away when the bed is not in use.
Furthermore, the company uses commodious spring mattresses to ensure the comfort of the user. In the case of folding bed frames, the mattresses cannot be attached to the bed frame and have to be removed before they are folded and stored away.
Cost of Purchase and Shipping Murphy Beds
The price of Murphy beds from the original manufacturer range from US $1280 to US $715 and the price of mattresses range from US $305 to US $795. The cost depends on the retailer and the size of the bed and the mattress. Shipping charges depend on the retailer and the time zone in which the bed is to be delivered.