5 Different Types of Amish Murphy Beds
A Murphy bed (also known as a Wall Bed) is the ultimate solution when you want to conserve floor space while still offering a comfortable place to sleep. Murphy beds are more than just a pull-down bed that stashes up against the wall during the day. Amish-made Murphy beds offer unparalleled style and multi-functional furniture.
You can read all about what these beds offer your house here. However, in this post, we are going to present some of the various types and styles of these beds. You might be surprised to find out how many different styles and options you have when it comes to choosing a wall bed!
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1. Vertical Murphy Beds
When people think of a traditional Murphy bed, they are thinking of the classic vertical wall bed design. To open the bed, the foot of the bed folds down and out. As a result, the vertical wall bed takes up less floor space than some of the other designs but it does require higher ceilings.
The vertical style often comes with the option to choose between a twin, full, queen, or even king-sized Murphy bed.
2. Horizontal Murphy Beds
The horizontal design is a stylish choice, especially in rooms with lower ceilings, like attics or basements. Some people just prefer the lower profile of the horizontal bed frame. The horizontal style is pulled out by the side of the bed rather than the foot.
3. Murphy Beds with Storage
Many of our Amish Murphy beds include integrated storage options like side bookcases, drawers, or cabinets. These all-in-one units serve as both bedroom furniture and practical storage space. These are basically storage cabinets that store your blankets, belongings, and even a bed!
Our Amish craftsmen are the best in the business. Being Amish-made comes with a lot of advantages beyond just the top-quality craftsmanship. You are able to customize our solid wood beds to create a personalized storage layout. Contact one of our trained Amish furniture specialists for help customizing the bed of your dreams!
4. Murphy Beds with Desks
This is the perfect solution for an office that easily converts into a bedroom for guests. Once the bed is closed up into the cabinet, it leaves you with a level desk ready for work. The desks remain level even as the bed folds down.
A clever solution for multipurpose rooms, these beds combine sleeping space with a functional desk. The desk remains level (video below) even as the bed folds down, so you don’t have to clear off your workspace.
5. Cube Murphy Desks
The Amish cube wall bed is the most compact option of all the wall bed styles. It features a tri-fold mattress and allows for tight storage. This bed is so cool that we just had to give it its own video to feature just how great it is!
The 5 Most Popular Amish Wall Beds
I pulled our extensive sales records over the past two years to bring you our most popular Amish Wall Beds during that time. Feel free to explore each one to help give you an idea of what you need for your home!
- Amish Rustic Hickory Wood Bed
- Amish Silverton Vertical Wall Bed
- Amish Wall Bed
- Amish Solid Wood Cube Cabinet Bed with Trifold Mattress
- Amish Murphy Wall Bed and Desk Workstation – DutchCrafters Exclusive
Why Choose an Amish Murphy Bed?
Every Murphy bed at DutchCrafters is handcrafted by Amish woodworkers using premium hardwoods and time-tested construction techniques. You can choose from a variety of styles, woods, stains, and hardware to create a piece that fits seamlessly into your space.
These beds aren’t just practical—they’re heirloom-quality furniture that adds charm, durability, and long-term value to your home.
How to Assemble a Murphy Bed
Below you will see a video of how to assemble one of our Amish Murphy Beds. This will help give you an idea of what to expect, but make sure you read the specific instructions for the bed you purchase.
Which Wall Bed Is Right for You?
Consider these questions:
- How much ceiling height do you have?
- Do you need additional storage or workspace?
- Will the bed be used daily or just for occasional guests?
Answering these can help guide you toward the perfect Amish bed for your needs.
Shop all of our Amish Murphy Beds!
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Seth Carter has been with DutchCrafters since 2020. Seth has won multiple awards for his work in Amish furniture while with DutchCrafters. He has advised and partnered with more than 150 Amish wood shops on furniture presentation, design, industry trends, product options, and the development of exclusive products. He is originally from Indiana and even lived in Amish country (LaGrange, Indiana) for an extended period of time while working with DutchCrafters. Seth was previously in charge of DutchCrafters' Amish bedroom furniture category. He was eventually promoted to lead the team that managed every product in DutchCrafters' world's largest online collection of Amish furniture.
