California has always been a fertile spot for fresh ideas,
including the ultimate space-savers and instant room
transformers ? Murphy wall beds. Invented around 1900 by San
Francisco resident, William L. Murphy, as a way to create two
rooms with two separate functions from his small, one-room
apartment, these beds have had an avid following ever since.
Murphy wall beds are the ultimate in sleeping convenience. These
beds are locked safely out of the way when the owner needs the
space to work, entertain, or play. However, they are available
instantly when it?s bed time, and are quite comfortable.
Standard or pillow-top mattresses are used, and can be of any
size from twin to king. Even the pillows and bed linens are
fastened securely in place in their wall or cupboard, ready to
be curled up on when the bed is lowered to the horizontal
position.
These beds have come a long way from the original bed, which was
hidden in a closet when not in use. Now they are more than
likely a part of an elegant built-in cabinet made of fine wood
or gleaming stainless steel. The part of the wall that hides the
bed in its vertical position may be recessed, but that is not
necessary. Most walls are not deep enough to hold the entire
depth of the mattress, so a cabinet makes the better choice.
The steel mechanism and hardware of the original bed has been
vastly improved upon as well. A finger touch can lift or lower
the bed, and the bed can be locked in either position. These
features make Murphy wall beds safe and convenient for people of
all ages and sizes. They are also popular as space savers and
emergency beds in fire stations, emergency housing, and
hospitals. These beds have become a fashionable way to have your
room and sleep in it, too.
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