Choosing a Vertical or Horizontal style Murphy bed

June 20th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Building your own Murphy bed, Buying a Murphy bed, Planning for a Murphy bed

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In addition to their basic sizes Murphy beds are offered in. They can also be orientated vertically or horizontally. Vertical beds tilt out from the head end with the foot end protruding into the room. Horizontal beds tilt out from one side of the bed. Both styles have there own advantages and drawbacks

Vertical Murphy bed pros and cons

Vertical Murphy bed

These styles are orientated just as a regular bed would be in a room
Easy to add sheets from both sides
Access is limited if one side is placed against a wall
Larger sizes allow easy access for two people
Headboard is functional and can support pillows (see picture)
Bed may not fit in low ceiling rooms
Vertical beds take up less width across than horizontal beds
Vertical Murphy beds are available in all sizes

Horizontal Murphy bed pros and cons

Horizontal Murphy bed

Bed is orientated so one side is against a wall
A little more difficult to add sheets
Access is limited for two people sharing bed
Headboard is not functional (see picture)
Horizontal styles work well fit in low ceiling rooms
Horizontals also fit well in very narrow rooms
Horizontal beds take up more space across than vertical beds
Storage cabinets can be added on top of bed as well as on the sides
Some manufacturers do not make larger (queen) size horizontal beds

The choice between vertical or horizontal can be a difficult one. Consider carefully how you how the bed will be used and how many people will be using it.

Most people chose a vertical bed for its all around versatility. In some cases with room limitations a horizontal bed is the only choice that will fit.

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