To fully understand how
the retractable bed works , you need to look at
its structure . The
foldaway bed in fact brings together different elements. On the one hand we find the bedding:
the box spring and the mattress . Furthermore, this piece of furniture incorporates
the entire folding or lifting mechanism as well as the bed leg. Finally, the Murphy bed also includes a large wooden box that has the appearance of a wardrobe.
Boxes for wardrobe and bedding
The Murphy bed is divided into several parts, which it is important to know well. As with a classic bed, there is a box spring, a mattress and possibly a bed frame. This piece of furniture then also has
a mechanism for deploying the bed, with a system of
cylinders with shock absorbers . The opening system as well as the bedding are integrated into a wooden box, fixed to the wall.
The Murphy bed bedding set
The advantage of the Murphy bed is that it is equipped with
real bedding . That is to say that you will find in the structure
a real box spring with wooden slats. On this box spring, you can install the mattress of your choice, according to your sleeping habits. At this stage, you must take into account the depth of the structure: this will determine the maximum thickness for your mattress. To minimize
the size of the Murphy bed when closed, it is often not possible to integrate a mattress that is too thick.
The wardrobe that contains the bedding
In
a retractable bed structure , in addition to the classic bedding, we find a large box attached to the wall. It thus houses the entire folding mechanism and allows you to hide the bedding during the day. The manufacture of this box is generally done in
melamine wood . Finally, this cabinet is then equipped with a large front, also designed in melamine wood. Metal handles complete the set and make it easy to install the bed.
The different elements of the retractable bed mechanism
Murphy beds incorporate
a cutting-edge mechanism into their structure, so that the box spring and mattress can be folded down daily. It is with the help of cylinders fixed to the side of the cabinet that you can deploy your bed as desired. They are equipped with shock absorbers for
increased safety . The integrated bedding has
a retractable foot , which folds and unfolds automatically. With such a system, you are guaranteed to be able to use your retractable bed easily and quickly.
The modular structure of the retractable bed
The classic Murphy bed model simply offers a bed, with box spring and mattress. But to
save even more space in a bedroom, living room or studio, this wall unit can also be offered with several options. In this case, the structure is enriched, for example, with storage space on the side, a table integrated into the front or even a sofa. Each
retractable bed structure is modular according to the needs, the person (child or adult) and the destination room.
The type of opening of the structure
Another important point when discussing the structure of a Murphy bed:
the type of opening . In fact, the retractable bed can be
horizontal or vertical , which thus changes the dimensions of its structure and its size. When the bed is horizontal, it unfolds parallel to the wall. For a vertical bed, the opening is perpendicular and the structure therefore takes up more space in height.
The covering and finishes of the structure
The structure of the retractable bed is designed primarily to
combine quality, safety and durability . But design is now also an important point for space-saving furniture. Indeed, the latter must be able to blend easily into the bedroom or living room. It is thus possible to
personalize the appearance of melamine wood . It can then be dressed with a solid oak wood effect covering, walnut wood or even lacquered wood. The color is also customizable. White, gray, black, blue, red: retractable beds allow all fantasies. Design is put on the same level as practicality, to offer you aesthetic and functional furniture.
The special case of the retractable bed on the ceiling
The Murphy bed does not necessarily
fold into a wardrobe . It can also be
stored on the ceiling . In this case the structure is different. The
wall rail system allows the mattress and box spring to slide up and down. It can be manual or electric. For a more designer appearance, the mechanism is generally incorporated into a melamine wood covering, with storage modules all around. The structure of the retractable bed is designed to provide maximum safety, high comfort and a personalized design.
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