Free Standing Murphy Bed

In spite of jokes and comedy routines, a Murphy bed is an excellent solution to having daytime living space in a restricted area such as a small apartment or Tiny House. Unfortunately, landlords are not always amenable to tenants installing a major furnishing like a murphy bed if it needs to be attached to a wall. Most of the free-standing beds are oriented horizontally, so they take up the same amount of wall space as a standard bed when it is placed lengthwise against a wall. When folded, they look like a large cabinet.

They fold out into either a twin or any standard bed size for nighttime comfort, and then fold back up allowing you to have plenty of floor space during the day.

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Colquitt Bed
Colquitt Bed

Engineered wood gives this folding desk a clean, contemporary look that blends with your existing décor. When it's folded up, it's a practical choice for small apartments or a home office that doubles as a spare bedroom.

Caribou Queen Solid Wood Mobile Murphy Bed with Mattress
Caribou Queen Solid Wood Mobile Murphy Bed with Mattress

The MurphyBed is a convertible sofa that opens up to form a queen-size sleep system. It goes from looking like a beautiful chest to a comfortable sleep system with no assembly required.

Agusta Storage Bed
Agusta Storage Bed

Designed to be used in a studio apartment or guest bedroom, this murphy bed offers an attractive alternative to a regular bunk bed. The solid rubberwood construction adds style to a piece that is designed to convert into a guest bed with the pull of two drawer-like levers on either side. Open the cabinet doors and you'll see a folding mattress tucked away in place. Simply unfold the mattress before you invite your guests over for a good night's sleep. Tongue-and-groove paneling and slim bar pulls offer cottage-style charm.

Audet Solid Wood Storage Bed
Audet Solid Wood Storage Bed

This Rubberwood Murphy Bed with Memory Foam Mattress is a great choice for studio apartments or guest bedrooms. The piece features a drawer-style extending base that opens to reveal a folding memory foam mattress, so you can simply unfold it when your guests are ready to go to sleep. Slim bar pulls and panel details give this bed a versatile look.

Kadeja Bed
Kadeja Bed

The Bestar Pur Queen Murphy Bed and 2 Shelving Units with Drawers (126W) is the ideal space saver for a multipurpose room. It comes with a wall bed that accommodates most standard Queen mattresses. The shelving units each have fixed and adjustable shelves, plus 3 drawers. One has 2 clothing rods. The dual-mount wall bed mechanism attaches to the floor and wall for maximum stability and durability. To avoid risk of injury, this Murphy bed must be installed by a professional or qualified person. Two people are required for assembly. Installation requires attachment to wood studs or masonry, removal of the baseboard, and drilling into floor. Necessary hardware is included. Do not use this product for children or pets under 50 pounds (22 kg).

Crossfell Bed
Crossfell Bed

The Bestar Pur Queen Murphy Bed with Shelving Unit (90W) is the ideal space saver. It accommodates most standard Queen mattresses and uses flexible slats for maximum comfort. The wall bed comes with 2 fixed and 3 adjustable shelves to hold your personal items. The dual-mount wall bed mechanism attaches to the floor and wall for maximum stability and durability; it must be installed by a professional or qualified person. Two people are required for assembly. Installation requires attachment to wood studs or masonry, removal of the baseboard, and drilling into the floor. Necessary hardware is included; do not use this product for children or pets under 50 pounds (22.7 kg). This bundle is backed by Bestar’s 10 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty.

Kaneshiro Solid Wood Storage Bed
Kaneshiro Solid Wood Storage Bed

The Murphy Bed is an extremely efficient space-saving solution. During the day, it’s a cabinet dresser; at night, it converts into a bed. The bed is constructed from the finest quality rubberwood and features a plush gel-infused memory foam mattress (included). The mattress provides a rejuvenating night’s sleep for users of all ages. The Murphy Bed can be used occasionally or every day as a storage unit and TV stand. Whether you are a teen or retiree, this bed is right for you.

Astros Bed
Astros Bed

The Woodhaven Full Over-the-Bed 5-Shelf Bookcase Headboard with Slat Kit is the perfect addition to your bedroom if you want sweet dreams. This item is crafted from wood and arrives with a slat kit so you can save a trip to the store. The accompanying headboard boasts crown molding for a touch of traditional appeal, while the shelf top offers a place to showcase favorite photographs, books, and more. Awash in a neutral hue, it blends effortlessly with your existing color scheme.

Storage Bed
Storage Bed

This cabinet bed is made from solid wood and features a Tudor-style window paneling. Its fold-out design includes a foam mattress with a 6 inch queen size bed, perfect for standard-sized sheets.

Walley Storage Bed
Walley Storage Bed

Combining style and convenience, this collection offers a variety of furnishings for condos, lofts, studios, guest rooms, and home offices. The pieces are multi-functional, allowing you to truly maximize space.

Kimsey Solid Wood Storage Murphy Bed with Mattress
Kimsey Solid Wood Storage Murphy Bed with Mattress

The Murphy bed is perfect for any guest room, home office, or cozy studio apartment. The bed starts off as a faux drawer dresser featuring a false drawer front with gleaming metal pulls. Simply unlatch the sides and lower the mattress supports to pull out a queen-sized bed! Rounding out the design, a built-in charging station keeps your phone ready to go.

Walley Storage Bed
Walley Storage Bed

The kit includes a queen wall bed and a 25" storage unit. The Euro slat support system for the mattress makes for increased comfort. The dual piston system for opening and closing is safe and easy to use—simply pull the bed toward you to lower it or flip down the leg onto the floor. The mattress is not included, but is available as an extra purchase item. A metal handle on the wall bed allows for easy mobility when moving it around in your home. Shaker-inspired trim on both items contributes to a modern look while keeping with the traditional style of this collection.

Colquitt Storage Bed
Colquitt Storage Bed

The Studio Apartment Murphy Bed with Storage is ideal for organizing small spaces, like studio apartments or guest rooms. More than just a murphy bed, this design includes a storage unit with one cabinet and three drawers, perfect for storing wardrobe essentials. Crafted from manufactured wood with a clean-lined design, this queen-size murphy bed is bound to blend in with any contemporary aesthetic. Plus, a dual-piston system makes it easy for you or a guest to open and close the bed. Significant assembly is required.

Berowalt Solid Wood Storage Bed
Berowalt Solid Wood Storage Bed

This versatile bed offers a comfortable place to rest and is designed with elegance in mind. The frame is crafted from wood, and when the piece is closed, it resembles a storage cabinet. When open, two doors reveal a mattress, making it perfect for saving space while offering an overnight guest room.

Gwendol Bed
Gwendol Bed

We offer wall beds to fit every need and budget. From guest beds for random sleepovers to permanent beds for family visits, our wall beds are easy to put together, made of durable metal and built with the same outstanding quality as our traditional furniture.

Greeson Queen Heavy Duty Wood Murphy Bed with Fold Out Mattress and Built in Device Charger
Greeson Queen Heavy Duty Wood Murphy Bed with Fold Out Mattress and Built in Device Charger

Designed with a hidden-bed feature, this queen storage bed with mattress is the perfect spot for visiting friends and family. When not in use, everything can be closed off and this collection is once again a simple room accent. This is hosting made easy.

Solid Wood Storage Bed
Solid Wood Storage Bed

The queen storage murphy bed with mattress is a credenza-style cabinet that folds out to a queen-size bed. A television can be placed on top and stays in place when the bed is folded out. It includes a 6" gel-infused memory foam mattress. This affordable alternative to wall beds requires no installation of the wall and can fit under a window, allowing you to move it around the room.

Bristol Storage Bed
Bristol Storage Bed

The Queen Storage Murphy Bed with Mattress is constructed from wood, with a dramatic circular molding adorning the style. The cabinet bed has a drawer for storing pillows or bedding; felt-covered runners and fold-out legs support the fold-down front panel when open. To use the bed, simply move items toward the back of the cabinet, lift the flip top and open slide bolts to release the front panel. The flip-top gives sleepers more headroom and special hardware keeps it in an upright position. A queen-size foam mattress takes standard sheets; no need to remove objects from top of cabinet to use bed. The fold-out bed includes

Violetta Bed
Violetta Bed

The Work, Play, Rest, Repeat Bed Console is a queen sized bed with a functional desk that combines all the necessities of a bedroom into one stylish furniture piece. The Work, Play, Rest, Repeat Bed Console allows you to accomplish vital functions of both work and rest while minimizing storage space.

Tisdale Bed
Tisdale Bed

Murphy beds are a great way to save space without sacrificing your home's style. Take this one, for example: perfect for creating the ideal restful retreat, it features two shelving units on either side of where the bed folds down, so you can easily house your essentials. Crafted in North America from manufactured wood with a metal frame, this piece features a clean-lined design perfect for any contemporary space.

Osterman Bed
Osterman Bed

If you're short on space, Murphy beds can be a great way to make the most of your square footage. This design's frame is crafted from wood and strikes a streamlined silhouette suited for modern spaces. Its piston system lets you raise and lower the bed in a cinch, while a pair of lights fitted at the top of the frame help create an intimate ambiance.

Gordillo Storage Bed
Gordillo Storage Bed

This Murphy bed and cabinet offers guests a place to stay while also providing a space for your home office. The Murphy bed features a desk on the back, framed with two always-accessible storage units, each with a cabinet, two open shelves, and two hideaway drawers. All pieces are built from engineered wood in a light, white chocolate finish and dark chocolate accents. No box spring is required so you'll only need a mattress of your choice (sold separately). Five overhead LEDs are included.

Milano Bed
Milano Bed

Milano's vertical wall bed offers an ideal solution for small spaces. By creating a sense of space, it allows you to enjoy your compact home while adding convenient storage and a comfortable sleeping area.

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Construction:

A free standing Murphy bed is usually constructed featuring a cabinet-like frame with doors that double as bed storage and can contain a headboard and footboard when it's pulled out. There are both taller units as well as ones that sit lower to the ground that are wider in size as the mattress often folds into three parts and rests inside the unit. Billy Cotton suggests finding a free standing Murphy bed with a frame crafted out of engineered or solid wood if you want something durable and long-lasting. You'll also find some models crafted with metal frames and wooden support slats for the mattress. For larger free standing Murphy beds, there might be a metal dual-piston system that makes it easy to pull out. A bi-fold or tri-fold mattress often folds out with center supports and feet on the bottom to give added strength.

Size:

In its accommodating and practical nature, you can find free standing Murphy beds in twin, full, or queen sizes. Alyssa Kapito suggests opting for a taller queen-size free standing Murphy bed if you have at least 86 inches of ceiling clearance for the unit to stand when it's not in use. For a queen-size free standing Murphy bed that sits inside a wood cabinet, you'll find some that are approximately 58 inches wide by 20 inches deep when the mattress is folded up inside. If you're looking for something slightly smaller, there are twin or full-size free standing Murphy beds that measure around 48 inches tall and 16 inches deep when the bed is tucked inside the unit.

Style:

If you're looking for a modern farmhouse style, a white solid rubberwood free standing Murphy bed that features a tongue and groove panelled front with chrome handles and bottom drawers that unfold into a full-size bed for guests makes an inspired choice. For more of a traditional look that would fit in any home space, Corey Damen Jenkins suggests a cherry wood full-size free standing murphy bed with cabinet-like doors that would make sense for both a guest room and home office. And for something that would fit into a French country bedroom space, a cabinet-style free standing Murphy bed made out of solid aged oak with Tudor-style panelling across the front would match up well with hardwood flooring and cream-colored walls.

Additional features:

It can be beneficial when you find a free standing Murphy bed with a mattress included as well as a built-in headboard and footboard to create a finished bedroom-like atmosphere for when guests visit. Leyden Lewis recommends finding a free standing Murphy bed that comes with a cool gel memory foam topper for the mattress to create a comfortable sleep experience for friends and family. If you're continually looking to incorporate more storage space into your home, there are lots of free standing Murphy beds with built-in storage, drawers, and shelving available as well. For easy access, there are also some modern units that come with integrated chargers and electrical outlets. Some free standing Murphy beds also come with casters on the bottom that allow you to be able to move them from room to room.

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Gautreau Queen Murphy Bed

Available in 6 different designs, this bed is ideal for a studio apartment where space is limited. Folding the bed down from its vertical position takes seconds and the bed itself is strong and extremely comfortable, so you will have no need to be worried about sleeping.

Tess Murphy Bed

Available in 2 sizes and colors, this is a multi-functional piece which acts as a desk during the day and turns into a bed at night. The bed itself has a strong wooden frame but it’s light enough to move as you change the way the space is being used.

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This wall bed features a green pastel color. Such a feature is excellent at providing a calming atmosphere while making your space stylish. Keep in mind that it's a free-standing bed, so there's no need for installation or mounting. It also features three cabinets at the bottom for extra storage.

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This Murphy bed features a horizontal orientation. As a result, it consumes little wall space. It's a perfect solution if you have limited wall space but plenty of living space. Mostly crafted from wood, it has a very calming and cozy vibe. The wood finish also makes the bed stylish.

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The Ultimate Murphy Bed Buying Guide

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