We all know that regular beds don’t need to be attached to a wall, but what about Murphy beds?
Do Murphy beds have to be attached?
Most Murphy beds must be fixed to a wall or the floor. This keeps them stable whether they are up or being moved up and down. However, some Murphy beds don’t need to be anchored.
Freestanding Murphy beds work more like pull-out beds, so you don’t have to worry about moving them up and down.
Let’s check out some Murphy beds and see how they are supported.
Freestanding Murphy beds
For a Murphy bed to stand on its own, it must be low to the ground. It also needs a heavy base. If the base isn’t heavy, the bed could tip over when you fold it out. This could be dangerous and might cause serious injuries.
That’s not a good way to start the morning or end the night.
Here’s a solid freestanding Murphy bed
This solid wood Murphy Bed Chest changes from a stylish chest to a comfortable bed in just a few seconds. It’s perfect for guests or small spaces. You can store extra blankets and pillows in the big storage drawer.
Do you need to drill holes in the wall to install a Murphy bed?
If you choose a traditional Murphy bed, you’ll need to drill holes in the wall. If your walls are made of drywall or plaster, you should drill into a stud for support.
If you have concrete, cinderblock, or brick walls, you have more options. But you’ll need special drill bits to make holes in these materials.
Do all Murphy beds need to be attached to the wall?
Not all Murphy beds have to be attached to a wall.
Like we mentioned before, you can get freestanding Murphy beds. Or, you can choose Murphy beds that attach to the floor instead of the wall.
Wall-mounted Murphy beds
A traditional Murphy bed folds down from the wall and stands upright when not in use.
In the past, these beds were often hidden inside decorative cabinets. Now, they might be tucked behind shelves or other furniture.
For example, some Murphy beds have sofas in front of them or desks that fold into them.
Traditional Murphy beds are usually attached to the wall.
Floor-mounted Murphy beds
Not all Murphy beds need to be attached to a wall.
You can also mount them to the floor, although this is usually more complex. To do this, you’ll need a special bracket that braces against the wall and is drilled into the floor.
Make sure to drill into a stud or another strong part of the floor to keep the bed stable.
However, I don’t recommend mounting Murphy beds to the floor. It’s more complicated and there’s a higher chance of damaging things like sprinkler systems, plumbing, and electrical systems compared to wall mounting.
Murphy door bed frame
Murphy Bed Depot offers a Murphy bed frame that attaches to the floor.
This bed frame stands vertically and is available in all bed sizes. You can buy mattress support with the bed, or you can make your own.
The basic twin bed model costs about $300, while the king-size bed with support costs about $600.
Remember, you need to buy mattresses for these beds too.
Conclusion
When you’re buying a Murphy bed, you’ll find many ways to mount it.
It’s important to know how these beds are mounted before you buy one.
Most companies will explain the mounting options on their website. If you’re not sure, always ask them before you assume.