Horizontal Murphy Bed / Wall Bed - Double Size
Horizontal Murphy Bed / Wall Bed - Double Size
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Horizontal Murphy Bed / Wall Bed - Double Size Kit – Space-Saving DIY Wall Bed
Make the most of your room with this horizontal murphy bed double size kit. Designed for flexibility and comfort, it’s ideal for spaces where wall width is available but ceiling height is limited — such as home offices, studios, guest rooms and small apartments.
Key Features
✔ Horizontal Space-Saving Design
Folds sideways, making it the perfect solution for rooms with low ceilings or narrow layouts.
✔ Beginner-Friendly DIY Build
Includes a clear, illustrated manual and a complete cut list for wood panels, making assembly simple and achievable.
✔ Smooth, Reliable Operation
A strong piston-assisted lifting system ensures easy and quiet opening and closing.
✔ Customisable Appearance
Choose your preferred plywood and finish it with paint, stain, or decorative panels to match your home décor.
✔ Great for Multi-Use Rooms
Ideal for converting a studio, guest room or office into a comfortable sleeping area without taking up permanent space.
What’s Included
- Easy Fold Murphy Bed hardware kit
- Illustrated instruction manual
- Cut list for wood panels (wood not included)
Mattress Compatibility
- Fits a standard double mattress (135 × 188 cm)
- Recommended thickness: 20–30 cm
- Mattress not included
Why Choose This Horizontal Murphy Bed Double Size Kit?
This kit offers a durable, practical and stylish solution for homeowners wanting a fold-away bed without a metal frame. Once the panels are cut, installation is straightforward — resulting in a modern, space-efficient wall bed that enhances any room.
FAQ
What wood materials are required to build the Murphy bed / Wall Bed?
To build the cabinet for the Easy Fold Murphy bed / wall bed system, you will typically need the following materials:
- Plywood – 18 mm
- Plywood – 6 mm
- Solid timber – 40 × 18 mm
- Solid timber – 18 × 18 mm
You can find more detailed information about the wood materials and cutting lists for each Murphy bed size we offer on the following page:
Wood Materials & Cutting List
Each Murphy bed kit also includes a detailed building manual with the full cutting list showing every panel dimension required to build the cabinet. Before starting your Murphy bed build, please double-check the cutting list included with your kit to confirm the exact materials required.
If you plan to buy full plywood sheets and cut them yourself, a helpful tool is cutlistoptimizer.com. This free tool allows you to enter the sheet size you plan to purchase (for example 2400 × 1200 mm) together with the cutting list, and it will generate an optimized cutting layout to reduce waste and make the most of each sheet.
Using a tool like this makes planning your Murphy bed / wall bed project much easier.
How much does the wood usually cost to build the Murphy Bed / Wall Bed cabinet?
The wood cost for building the Murphy Bed / Wall Bed cabinet can vary depending on the type of plywood you choose, the finish, and where you purchase the materials.
As a rough guide based on typical plywood prices:
To build a Murphy bed / wall bed: approximately $500
Many customers purchase their plywood from suppliers such as Bunnings, Mitre 10, or other local timber merchants.
These estimates are based on common materials used by customers building the cabinet themselves. Choosing premium plywood, decorative panels, or additional cabinetry around the bed can increase the total cost.
Even with these variations, building your own Murphy bed cabinet is usually significantly more affordable than purchasing a fully manufactured wall bed system.
