Queen Murphy Bed with Shelves

This murphy bed arrived in 8 large, heavy boxes and was delivered by a commercial company to the driveway. Getting inside the house is on you. May the odds be ever in your favor.Starting with box #1 was a good call and it had directions for the main bed section. Directions were, for the most part, easy to follow, but as with all flat-pack furniture, double checking front/back/left/right of pieces before you attach anything will save you many headaches. We made a couple of mistakes that we were able to easily remedy.This is definitely a two-person job. Some pieces are quite heavy or unwieldy and need coordinating. Also, this is not a quick job - it took us many hours over two days and we are experienced flat-packers and DIY-ers. Noobs be wary and/or hire a professional.The two side shelving units were a breeze to assemble, though one piece came damaged.PROS:This thing is really sturdy!Looks greatFunctions well, smooth open/closeOverall ease of assembly - it's not complex, per se, just many, many stepsCONS:Delivery - would have been great to at least get insideDamaged pieceTime - it's a monster to assembleOverall - recommend. A nice product. If we move, I have no idea how we'll get it out of my house.

This Murphy bed is perfect! We got the queen size in white, and it completely transformed our space. The bed folds up smoothly and allows us to use the room for both an office and a guest room. When it’s down, it’s sturdy and comfortable, and when it’s up, it looks sleek and saves so much space. The white finish matches easily with any décor and makes the room feel bright and open. Assembly took some time, but the instructions were clear. Excellent quality and a great solution for dual-use rooms!Comfortably fits/hold the weight of 2 adults and a toddler.

This is a nice looking, sturdy murphy bed. It's also massive and takes some strength and skills to assemble. It came in 4 boxes, both large and heavy. The delivery guy helped me enter them in the room (which has a door on the driveway) otherwise it would have been already a problem.Overall it took me several days (not continuous) mostly by myself. A skilled and strong person can assemble it alone. Another person help in a couple of point doesnt hurt. Be aware that the instructions call for anchoring on the wall (against studs) AND on the floor (both on the floor itself and at the base of the wall). The problem with anchoring at the base of the wall is that the holes in the metal frame are pre-drilled, so if the holes are not (they won't be) corresponding to a stud and you do not have masonry or wood there you are out of luck. I opted to install just on the wall and the floor, and I think it should be enought. The final assembly of the doors is the most complicated part because the instructions are nor very detailed and because you have to drill and anchor the doors without knowing where they will actually be positioned.On customer service, I needed help with the instructions and a missing minor piece (one of the slats): in both case I was able to speak to the manufacturer's representatives (number provided) and they were able to explain what wasn't clear and send the replacement part free of charge (they actually sent 2). It's not everyday that you can speak to live person, so that's a strong quality point.TLDR: nice and sturdy but assembly is not for the faint of heart or the inexperienced.

Five parts were damaged when the original shipment was received (including the two large front facing facades). Three additional shipments were sent until all parts were replaced (each shipment contained at least two new facades). When the call was made to report the first shipment being damaged, I asked if BESTAR would have the existing shipment hauled away, they said no. In the end I had six facades and other damaged parts laying in my garage for which I had to cut down for the garbage service to haul away.At one point I was told the replacement shipment would be sent after I returned from out of town (as discussed via multiple chat sessions with Lucy at BESTAR). To my surprise, one shipment was sitting upright on my porch when I returned (sitting for a day or two on the porch). While that part was not damaged as the other facades that were sent, it was warped.In some cases, the video instruction of the install was not in-line with the instructions. In fact, the instructions themselves are misleading in a few areas. For example, referring to step 9 on installing the metal base such that it touches the two wooden dowels on each side; while this step worked, the moment you swing the bed frame up, the base (after being attached to the wall and floor) does not align against the pins any longer. It is my opinion after trying several times to get the alignment correct (and could not), that this movement is part of the design as the caps that install over the strut bolts (later in step 22) would not fit if the frame stayed against the dowels per the instruction; yet the instruction says nothing about the alignment moving (so trying several times to get the base to realign against the pins is futile). Another example, the small shelf (part 83) is installed such that it is resting on dowels of part 70 rather than being drilled to fit over the dowels (steps 2 and 3 parts 83 and 70). This results in the shelf sagging when the unit is complete, a few 90-degree brackets on the back were required to address this. And another example, step 25 states to install part 80 which is prior to installing the facades. However, you cannot mount the facades with part 80 installed. Fortunately, it is removable, but the instruction says nothing about removing it before lifting the heavy facades.The quality of the laminate application is not very good. In several places it was never painted and shows a yellowish color (not white), several of the edges are peeled off, the gaps between the boards looks poor, and when closing the bed the screw head on the leg (installed in step 21) rubs the white frame damaging the laminate; in this case the bed frame could not be aligned to center (even when following the NOTICE in step 19 and removing and adjusting the bed frame). Also note that once the façades are installed, you cannot move the bed left to right to address this without removing the facades (which then requires reinstalling the facades by drilling new holes through the frame).Finally, I have a 12-inch 70 lb mattress and when closed the mattress slides down immediately (even with the velcro wrap engaged and the short KI-985-E supports installed) and gets caught on the shelf (part 70) such that you cannot open the bed unless you lift the mattress out while pulling the bed down, a 2-person job.

Heavy, write that down. This is a very heavy, pretend wood, Ikea-like Bed. The instructions are just ok and leave a lot to be desired. You really need to study the small, yet detailed pictures to avoid a teardown-start-over situation in the frame. There are parts, significant parts left over which you will need to scour the manual to find out why they were not used. The pretend wood chips easily, but then all pretend wood chips easily. Once you're finished the minor wood chipping fades into the background. Notwithstanding, pretend wood of any variety or manufacturer feels like it is waterlogged, part of what makes this kit heavy.To the several "I'm a 40 year old female" who said it was easy and they finished it in one day - well I'm sceptical. The darned thing comes in 4 boxes and with packing weighs close to 400lbs. One box is 138 LBS, and this is a Queen size. Ok, 138 pounds is modestly challenging when it is on a bar with weights on either end, but this is a large cardboard box with no handles. I'm capable of lifting 100lbs but this is clumsy and myself and another man had to dead lift it to get it into my home. If you install this upstairs, have some extra help, Gatoraid and Pizza.The way this works is the visible part, the pretend wood does nothing to hold or support the bed, it is just a facade, a nice facade but not a structural component. To hold the bedframe in place, they provide massive bolts 4" (102mm) that you need to drive into the sill plate, 6 times. Don't start this without an impact driver. Wear hearing protection.The hardware holding the front panels seems weak to me, they give you 5 places to tie it into the metal bed frame but the screws just barely catch the pretend wood and strip easily, as pretend wood tends to do. Longer screws would have been better.The handles for the pull-down could use some fender washers to take some of the burden off the tiny screws. The bed pulls down with some effort and there is a lot of force on the small screw heads holding the front handles on the pretend wood.Also, about the parts - I called customer support and it said something about 5 minute hold. Ok, go about my work. Then the message came on and it said something about leaving a message and they were terminating the call. It said it in French but didn't complete before it hung up. I assumed I misheard and dialed back. The message said it would hang up after 5 minutes (!) but I can leave a message, right?? Nope, it hit's five minutes and drops the call. Amazing.

This Murphy bed was a great choice for our very small (11x11) guest bedroom, that doubles as an office space. We added our own side tables and secured them to the bed. Our guests find the bed comfortable. I find it easy to transform the room. The desk is on wheels so we just roll it into another room, bring down the bed, and add pillows. It's very easy to raise and lower the bed. We've had it for 3 years, and we just sold the house. Sadly for us, it will stay since it's built in. The buyers are thrilled! I do plan on purchasing this bed again for our new house. It's so nice to have a guest room for when you need it, but that room doesn't have to sit empty when you don't have guests.One word of caution: it was a chore putting this thing together. It took my husband a whole weekend, with help. He is very handy. This is not an amateur project. Get help! It is worth the effort though!

If you're on the hunt for a space-saving solution that doesn't compromise on style or functionality, look no further than the BESTAR Pur 65W Queen Murphy Bed in White. This piece of furniture has proven to be a game-changer in optimizing my living space, and I couldn't be more thrilled with its performance.First and foremost, let's talk about space efficiency. The Murphy bed design is a genius solution for those with limited space. The ability to fold the bed into the wall when not in use has transformed my room into a multifunctional space. During the day, I have a spacious and inviting living area, and at night, with a simple pull-down, I have a comfortable and roomy queen-sized bed. It's like magic!The cost-effectiveness of this Murphy bed is another standout feature. Compared to the cost of a traditional bed frame and mattress, the BESTAR Pur 65W offers incredible value. The quality of the materials used and the sturdy construction make it clear that this is an investment that will last. I appreciate the affordability without sacrificing durability or aesthetics.Functionality is where this Murphy bed truly shines. The smooth mechanism makes transitioning between day and night modes effortless. The integrated storage shelves are a thoughtful touch, providing space for books, decor, or personal items. The clean white finish adds a modern and fresh look to the room, seamlessly blending with any decor style.Assembling the Murphy bed was surprisingly straightforward, thanks to the clear instructions provided. The attention to detail in the design and engineering is evident, making the assembly process smooth and hassle-free.In conclusion, the BESTAR Pur 65W Queen Murphy Bed in White is a space-saving marvel that ticks all the boxes – space efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and functionality. It has exceeded my expectations.

Please read other reviews about installation. What I will say is that I am a middle-aged woman and I live alone. I was intimidated by the other reviews that said assembly was complex and needed two people, so I hired a handyman duo to install, they messed it up so badly that I had them leave after a day and half of listening to them curse, drill, and break things. I was pretty dejected about the whole thing. I had another 2 handymen come look and not be sure that they could fix it. Well I decided to disassemble what the idiot crew had done and start from scratch. I was able to assemble and install the bed completely by myself, all it takes is attention to the DETAILS IN THE INSTRUCTIONS. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND DON'T HIRE A MAN TO DO IT - they think they're smarter than the instructions. Other than having to replace hardware that my hired "help" broke, I only had one issue. When you are adjusting the height level of the leveling feet, do not adjust too much or the bed won't close flush with the top of the structure. I didn't realize this until the door panels were on, so I had to take the panels off and basically go back to the steps prior to piston install, lower the leveling feet, re-re-install the frame, and voila, the front panel clears the top of the bed structure. There is approx. 1 1/16" difference in height between the metal from and the wood door panels, so keep that in mind when you are at Step 22 To Close the Metal Base. This step is to ensure that the metal closes correctly and is in alignment, but keep in mind your clearance needs to account for the wooden panels. The instructions don't point this out, and there is no troubleshooting guide. My only other advice is that if you are going to assemble and install by yourself, you will need something fairly heavy (50 lbs or so), to hold the bed open while you install the slats. Enjoy the bed, and if you are average intelligence or more, you should be able to do this by yourself if you follow instructions. Best of luck! (Will try to upload pics, however that may be more complex than bed assembly since I am over the age of 40 :)) I love this bed, it is functional, and good quality for the price point.

A real space saver for our spare bedroom.

It's heavy, it takes a lot of work to put it together, and the instructions were sometimes vague, but I did it all without any help. The quality is excellent, and it looks and functions perfectly

Too much work to assemble for price!