How does a Murphy bed work?

May 11, 2021 The Murphy bed

Summary

The Murphy bed with manual operation
The Murphy bed with electrical operation
The contents of the Murphy bed

The Murphy bed is an innovative piece of furniture that saves space in a room by concealing the bed when not in use. How do you make the box spring and mattress disappear? The Murphy bed works thanks to several mechanisms. It can be a system that folds against the wall or retracts from the ceiling, suitable for small spaces. The wall bed can be electric or manual. We invite you to discover in detail how the Murphy bed works.

The Murphy bed with manual operation

To unfold the base and mattress of your Murphy bed, your furniture may offer a manual system . In this case, the manual opening mechanism of the Murphy bed is very simple and quick to use, while being secure. Simply pull on a handle fixed to the front of the cabinet to gently lower the bedding, thanks to jacks . These are equipped with shock absorbers so that the descent is carried out safely. To close the Murphy bed, the principle is the same.

The Murphy bed with electrical operation

Murphy beds can also be offered with an electric mechanism . In this case, there is no effort required to open the bed. The structure of the Murphy bed is still made up of jacks, but in this case there is an additional motor and a remote control. Simply press a button for the bed base and mattress to lower. The same operation is then used to store the bedding in the wardrobe or raise it to the ceiling. The electric system of the Murphy bed offers real comfort, especially for the elderly or those with reduced mobility.

The contents of the Murphy bed

The mechanism of the Murphy bed, whether electric or manual , can be integrated into a large wooden structure. In this case, this piece of furniture takes on the appearance of a wardrobe during the day and hides a sleeping area behind its facade. The bedding consists of a real box spring, in a wooden frame, and a mattress of your choice (springs, latex, foam, etc.), strapped for added safety. Generally, the whole thing is fixed to the wall to increase stability.

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