Murphy Bed Guide: Wall Beds That Fold Up Into a Cabinet, Vertical and Horizontal Types, Mattress Sizes, Mechanisms and Safety, Wall Fixing, Built-In Storage and Desks, Indicative Rates and Fitting Notes for Small Pakistani Homes
A Murphy bed, or wall bed, folds up into a cabinet or wall, freeing floor space in small flats, guest rooms and studies, and it can include shelves or a desk. The mechanism and wall fixing are critical for safety. Prices run from about PKR 60,000 to PKR 300,000. This page covers wall beds that fold up into a cabinet, vertical and horizontal types, mattress sizes, mechanisms and safety, wall fixing, built-in storage and desks, rates and fitting notes. For related pages see folding stairs, space saving and storage and room partition.
Vertical and horizontal types
Vertical beds fold up along the long side and need ceiling height of about 2.4 to 2.7 metres, horizontal beds fold sideways and suit low ceilings but need wider walls. Choose by the wall you have.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common fabrication figures.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Single wall bed with cabinet | PKR 60,000 - 120,000 |
| Double wall bed with cabinet | PKR 100,000 - 200,000 |
| Wall bed with desk or sofa | PKR 150,000 - 300,000 |
| Mattress, extra | PKR 15,000 - 60,000 |
| Installation, each | PKR 8,000 - 25,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Mattress sizes and storage
Single and double mattresses are common, and thinner foam or hybrid mattresses fold better, usually 15 to 25 cm thick. Built-in shelves, side cabinets and desks make the room multi-use. Keep bedding straps to hold the mattress.
Mechanisms and safety
Gas piston or spring mechanisms balance the bed's weight, and quality ones lift smoothly with one hand. Choose models with locks, safety stops and tested hardware. A poor mechanism can slam shut, so do not buy untested systems.
Wall fixing
Wall beds must be anchored into a strong masonry wall or structural frame, since heavy loads act on the wall. Ask the maker for fixing details and use trained installers. Do not attach to thin partitions.
Built-in desks and sofas
Models with desks or sofas make studies and living rooms double as bedrooms. Check that the desk or sofa folds cleanly with the bed and is at a comfortable height.
Care and fitting
Check bolts and hardware regularly, keep the path clear before folding and never leave heavy objects on the bed while folding. Fixing and assembly should be done carefully, with wall fixings suited to the wall type and the load checked against the maker's rating.
Before you decide
Check ceiling height, wall strength and the quality of the mechanism before buying. Measure the space and the largest item you need to fit, check the material, finish and load rating, compare at least two quotes or products on the same specification and keep the invoice and any warranty. Ask for photographs of the actual item or a sample, confirm delivery and assembly in writing and inspect the delivered piece for damage before the delivery person leaves. Prices change with material costs and stock, so confirm the current figure before you decide, and be careful with very low prices that hide thin materials or poor finishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
A bed that folds up into a cabinet or wall. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Indicative rates run from about PKR 60,000 to 300,000 depending on size and extras. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
About 2.4 to 2.7 metres for vertical types. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Yes, with a quality mechanism and proper wall fixing. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Yes, some models do. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Usually the same working day once you send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo. The reply is a written rate with the model, warranty and delivery listed, so you can compare it against other quotes line by line. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Planning a wall bed?
Send the details and a photo. We reply with a written rate.