Murphy Bed Assembly Guide
Every BredaBeds Murphy Bed ships flat-packed with a printed, model-specific instruction booklet and all of its assembly hardware. Computer-cut panels and pre-drilled holes keep everything lined up, so if you are comfortable building furniture, you can assemble it yourself.
Every model goes together in the same order: build the cabinet, secure it to the wall, install the lift mechanism, then assemble and attach the face panel before adding the legs and handles. Watch the video below before you start to see each step and plan your space, check the tool list so nothing stops you halfway, and find out whether professional assembly is available if you would rather leave it to someone else.
Before you start
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Inspect every box If anything arrived damaged, don't begin assembly. Contact us first
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Bring a helper The cabinet and face panel are large. A second person makes lifting them easier and safer.
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Know your wall The cabinet is secured to the wall, so check what your wall is made of before you pick a spot.
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Prefer a pro? We offer professional assembly in select areas. Check your area
Assembly Video Guide
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Watch on YouTube (opens in a new tab)Assembly Steps
Required Tools
Essential Tools
- Cordless drill or driver
- Phillips screwdriver
- Drill bit set
- Socket set
- Level
- Adjustable wrench
- Tape measure
- Stud finder
- #2 and #3 Phillips bit
- Rubber mallet
Recommended Additional Tools
- Gloves
- Ladder or step stool
- Stubby/short Phillips screwdriver (InLine Collection Murphy Beds)
Check for BredaBeds assembly service
BredaBeds offers professional assembly services in select areas, shown at checkout. Enter your location below to see if assembly is available in your area.
Find a handyman in your area
Note: The following resources are provided for your convenience. BredaBeds does not endorse or guarantee the quality of the work provided by installers found through these platforms. We recommend thoroughly reviewing credentials and references before hiring.
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Find qualified installers
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TaskRabbit (opens in a new tab)
Book local furniture assembly help
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United Assemblers Network (opens in a new tab)
Find qualified installers
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Google (opens in a new tab)
Search for Murphy bed installers near you
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Yelp (opens in a new tab)
Compare reviews of local installers
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Craigslist (opens in a new tab)
Find local handymen in your city
Need Help Finding an Installer?
Contact us - we may know qualified installers in your area from past installations.
Assembly questions
Stuck, or something doesn't look right? Contact us and we'll help you through it.
How long does it take to assemble a bed?
This can vary widely depending on the model bed purchased and the person assembling the bed. We would be happy to email you the instructions for the model you are considering so you can review them before your purchase.
Does the bed attach to the floor or the wall?
Our beds are all designed to attach to the wall, and all the necessary hardware is provided.
Do I need to remove my baseboard before assembly?
No, we provide a number of different notch sizes on each product page, which you can select when configuring your bed model.
What happens if my order arrives damaged?
At BredaBeds, we are committed to ensuring you receive your order in perfect condition. However, in the rare event of damage during shipping, we have a detailed process outlined in our Handling Damaged Deliveries policy page.
How easy are the beds to open and close?
Our Murphy Beds open and close with minimal effort; they come with a spring-type mechanism, which is more reliable, more adjustable, and safer than the piston-type mechanism others use. The springs are designed for everyday use and are rated to lose just 5% of their tension over a 30-year period. The weight of the mattress and face panel is counterbalanced by the number of springs that get used on the mechanism, so the heavier mattress you have, the more springs you'll use.
How does the mattress stay in place when opening and closing?
The mattress sits in a frame that contains the mattress to prevent the mattress from sliding when in use. The leg rod flips over the top of the bed and holds the mattress in place when opening and closing. We also provide a strap that can hold the mattress in place. However, we recommend against using it since the leg rod will hold the mattress in nearly all situations. The strap may be needed with a mattress between 11"-13" thick if the leg rod has to be removed, which is one reason we recommend a mattress under 11" thick.
