You are certainly familiar with
the foldable Murphy bed , this clever bedding which is stored in a large cupboard against the wall. But did you know that there are
other models of retractable bedding ? You can
choose a built-in bed , for example. This is a bed completely hidden in your room, thanks to a specific layout. The bed is accessible when you need it but the rest of the time, it is invisible.
What is a built-in bed?
We talk about a built-in bed or also a wall bed. This system houses
a folding bed , hidden behind a facade. It's just like a classic Murphy bed except that the built-in bed fits into a large structure that takes up the entire width of the wall. The objective is in fact to have the feeling of a
bed built into the wall : we cannot see the sides of the structure at all, which are placed against the walls. This built-in bed can also be installed between two niches or two recesses, or even in an alcove.
What are the advantages of the built-in bed?
The built-in bed goes even further than a classic Murphy bed in terms of aesthetics: it is
as discreet as possible in your bedroom, your living room or even your office. But otherwise, its advantages are the same: it offers you
a real space saving by freeing up floor space, it helps you to elegantly furnish your room and it allows you to enjoy a comfortable bed, easily and quickly accessible .
How to properly install a built-in bed?
The most important thing when
choosing your built-in bed is to think carefully about its location in the room. For assembly, the structure must be fixed against a supporting wall, to ensure the solidity of the whole and therefore your safety with each use. To achieve a linear and uniform effect in your bedroom or living room,
the different elements of the built-in bed must occupy the entire section of the wall. Taking exact measurements is therefore necessary to plan the right dimensions for the whole thing. Also remember to take into account the ceiling height.
Criteria for choosing the right built-in bed
To
select the best built-in bed model , several steps await you in your decision process. Practicality is a first key criterion but don't also forget the comfort and aesthetics of your built-in bed.
Sleeping on the built-in bed
This type of bed allows you to integrate
any bedding into your furniture. The built-in bed is equipped with a real
slatted base . You can install a high-quality mattress on it, in foam, latex or springs, adapted to your profile. Among all the choices available for your mattress, remember to check its dimensions, its density or its number of springs, its type of reception and its type of support.
The design of the built-in bed
The choice of design should not be taken lightly since your built-in bed will be a major element in your room. Depending on the size of the room, this may even be the only arrangement needed to furnish the space. Some will prefer to opt for
a very sober structure , in matte white, which will blend ideally into the room and which will be completely invisible. Others, however, will embrace contrasts and prefer furniture with a natural wood effect covering, for example.
Built-in bed options
The principle of the built-in bed is that the bed itself becomes completely invisible. To achieve this, the structure around the bed must therefore be decorated with
different pieces of furniture and elements . For example, large storage columns can surround the box that houses the bed. You can then imagine an additional extension with large shelves, which will cover the rest of the wall.
The built-in bed opening system
Like the retractable bed, the built-in bed can be presented with
a horizontal or vertical system for opening. This choice will depend on the space you have at your disposal and your personal preferences. With the horizontal opening, the bed will be unfolded parallel to the wall. If you absolutely want to benefit from a headboard against the wall, opt for a vertical opening instead.
An innovative built-in bed under a podium
Another type of built-in bed is unanimously popular with children: it is the built-in bed with drawer. This innovative and trendy piece of furniture offers a comfortable bed for children, which unfolds like a trundle bed and can be stored under a platform. On the high platform, the idea is to install storage or a work space with a desk for example.
The purchase of a built-in bed is reserved for all people who wish to benefit from a perfectly designed space-saving solution in their home.
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