Oak Murphy Bed
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If you want the room for Oak bedding and can afford to put it in your home, it is the grand investment that will last you a lifetime. But if your home is limited on space, a Murphy bed is definitely a great way to go and we have a collection of Murphy beds that are made of Oak. They're very sturdy and will retain their value for as long as you use them. See collection for details.
Our Picks
Very Rare Antique Oak Murphy Bed Dresser Secretary Desk Book Case 1800s
Deriving from the 1800s, this beautiful murphy bed constitutes a fabulous piece of furniture. Not only it features a place to sleep, but also a clever secretary desk with a bookcase. Finished in natural oak.
Wallbeds mission oak murphy bed
This mission bed is space-saving and functional, allowing you to easily lift it up and press it against a wall. Crafted of solid oak, the unit also offers 4 open shelves, 6 storage drawers, and 1 capacious door cabinet.
Wallbeds contemporary oak horizontal twin murphy bed with hutch
This piece of furniture is a high quality twin size bed that includes plenty of storage space thanks to its upper shelves. This construction is made of wood and it features stability, solidity and original appearance.
Wallbeds Contemporary Oak Murphy Bed
The steely and very functional oak Murphy bed is a great combination of unique style and form. The whole folded and made in contemporary style captivates. It is a perfect solution for contemporary interior design.
Wallbeds Mission Oak Murphy Bed
A traditional lifted up bed of oak wood in light browns. It has a simple frame and a recessed support. A wall frame features a moulding top just like side units. One of units has 3 open shelves, the second - a full door cabinet. Each has 3 drawers.
A magnificent addition for vintage-looking homes. This fine Murphy bed is crafted of solid Oakwood and splashed with a distressed finish; including lovely hand-carvings and a stylishly shaped mirror. It can be quickly unfolded with just one easy pull.
This oak Murphy bed constitutes a perfect proposition for all, who appreciate the functionality and space-saving values. Crafted from solid dark wood, it maintained its beautiful character despite the passing years.
fancy antique beds | Fancy Oak Upright Folding Bed Murphy Bed
This old vintage murphy bed delights with its marvellous condition, featuring a beautifully maintained oak despite the passing years. Beautifully stained and sanded, it exposes the densely grained wood.
Tiger sawn intricately curved oak Murphy bed to transform the look of your bedroom. It is a classic piece of furniture with the 1880s Murphy style. It is made of solid and durable oak. It is an elegant vintage bed that suits every type of home décor.
Buying Guide
What is a Murphy bed?
Murphy beds are so named because of William Lawrence Murphy, an inventor who refined the fold out or pulldown bed by adding a pivot and counterbalance. Mr. Murphy is said to have created the bed because he was courting an opera singer. In San Francisco in the late 1800s inviting a woman into a bedroom was frowned upon, and Murphy was living in a one-room rental. By adding the Murphy bed, he was able to convert his room into a parlor and was thereby able to entertain his lady friend. An oak Murphy bed is a great way to save daytime floor space.
What are the qualities of oak wood?
Oak is a popular material for Murphy beds not only because of its durability but also because of its close grain and its ability to take stain.
Is it a good idea to install a Murphy bed on your own?
If you are inventive and handy, you can create your own Murphy bed. Kits are available that contain all the necessary hardware. However, an improperly installed Murphy bed can lead to accidents, so you would probably be better off purchasing one as a ready-made box that is already fully assembled.
What are the different designs of oak Murphy beds?
European Queen Size Sonoma Oak Bed
An excellent example of a basic Murphy bed is the European Queen Size Sonoma Oak Bed from Maxima House. The unit comes with a medium hard mattress, all the necessary hardware, and the external box. The set includes hardware to prevent accidental unfolding. The box will need to be fastened securely to a wall. When closed, it looks like a part of the wall or a cabinet.
Storage Murphy Bed
Some Murphy beds come with two side shelves. With this unit, the bed looks like the door to a large closet when it is folded away. When folded down, it becomes a bed with shelf units on either side. While a little pricier than the single unit, the shelving does provide storage for small items while disguising the bed unit.
Bed and Desk Unit
The modern bed and desk unit displays a different style of Murphy bed. Instead of folding up vertically, the bed folds to the side. More than that, when it is folded up, it reveals a desk workspace beneath. The desk is positioned so that everything on its work surface remains undisturbed. This clever scheme helps the space challenged modern home-maker to be able to make double usage of the same space.
Convenient Cupboard Bed
Last but not least, we have a combination of the rollaway cot and Murphy bed concepts. By day, it is a pretty cabinet in a variety of finishes. A favorite is the wedding ring style raised trim, but you can also select from a plain cabinet or a cabinet with louvre doors. For night time use, flip open the top cover and fold out into a queen-sized bed.
