The Best Wall Beds for Every Room
Wall beds are multifunctional space savers, but they come in so many different sizes and configurations, it’s hard to know which is best. Each configuration confers room-specific advantages, so knowing where you intend to put your wall bed can help you to make the best choice. Whether you call it a wall bed, murphy bed, folding bed, fold-down bed, fold-up bed, cabinet bed or hideaway bed, this guide will help you to find the best one for every room in your home.
LIVING ROOM STYLE
The living room is a central part of your home, so a wall bed for this space must be stylish and practical. Cohesive integrity is the goal when selecting the right Hideaway bed for your living room. These beds should meet your functional requirements while blending in seamlessly with the décor. The goal is to complement and enhance the overall look. Cabinet beds are a good fit for the living room. Some of these beds come with integrated media consoles or entertainment centers. Aligning the bed with the aesthetic of the space is the key to making the best choice.
BEDROOM COMFORT ZONE
Comfort and ease of use are the desired characteristics of wall beds in the bedroom. The bed is a visual focal point, and this is especially true of the headboard, so you should choose one that integrates well with the rest of the room. To withstand frequent use, you want a wall bed with sturdy construction that can accommodate a thicker mattress.
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A closet wall bed is a good choice for your private space because it is a discreet solution that can accommodate a large comfortable bed. Some of these beds come with integrated nightstands or bedside tables. The right fold-up bed for your bedroom is a marriage of comfort and functionality.
STUDIO APARTMENT SPACE SAVING
Wall beds are all about making the most of limited square footage, so they are ideal for a studio apartment or any small room. Hideaway beds are the ultimate space savers. They are well known for minimizing clutter and maximizing organization. When not in use, the bed can be folded up against the wall, freeing up valuable floor space.
A vertical murphy bed works well in rooms with narrow spaces or with limited horizontal clearance. If you have a wider living room but with limited vertical clearance or lower ceilings, a bed that folds away horizontally may be the best option.
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Small rooms and studio apartments are also ideal spaces for a dual-purpose wall bed sofa. This combo serves as both a comfortable seating area and a sleeping space. As an alternative to a bed-sofa combo, you can maximize the efficient use of space with a modular murphy bed system that can be rearranged to suit your needs. You may also want to consider folding beds that enhance privacy with built-in partitions or screens.
The best wall bed for your studio apartment is one that maximizes space through its compact design and/or dual functionality.
HOME OFFICE WORK VERSATILITY
An office wall bed must serve as a workspace during the day while converting to a sleeping surface when needed. As always you want the bed to match the decor and style of the office space to create a cohesive professional aesthetic.
Office based murphy beds typically include integrated desks or workstations that provide ample surface area for tasks such as working on a computer or conducting meetings. Fold-down beds can also include storage space for office supplies, files, or personal items. A wall bed that is right for your home office marries ergonomics and versatility.
HOME LIBRARY BOOKISHNESS
A wall bed for a library or den should help to create a relaxing space that enhances the room's literary ambiance and provides a place to display books, decorative items, or personal belongings.
A folding bed designed for a home library often includes built-in bookshelves or a bookcase as part of its design. The perfect bookcase integrated wall bed for your library or den should seamlessly blend into the existing decor.
GUEST ROOM STORAGE BENEFITS
A hideaway bed in a guest room (cottage or rental space) should provide an inviting ambiance for visitors while optimizing storage space. In addition to providing comfortable sleeping accommodations that enhance your guest’s experience, wall beds give you additional space to stow stuff.
People who put a wall bed in their guest room commonly combine it with integrated storage features. This can include shelves, cabinets, compartments, cubbies, or drawers. This extra space is ideal for bedding and towels, it also gives your guests a convenient place to stow their personal belongings during their stay.
Your guest room can also be a good place for dual-purpose hideaway bed designs that convert from a bed to a workstation or seating platform. To accommodate more sleepers, the folding bed in your guest room should be either queen or king-sized. The best wall bed for your guest room is one that is welcoming while at the same time providing ample storage space or dual-use features.
LET THE ROOM MAKE THE CHOICE
Once you have determined the configuration of your wall bed, you can further refine your search by identifying options that are stylistically aligned with the décor of the room. Mix and match the styles, hardware, materials, upholstery, fabrics, finishes, and colors to create a cohesive look.
You may want to consider additional wall bed features such as integrated ambient lighting. Some of these beds also have convenient technological features like charging stations, power outlets, USB ports, and cable management solutions.
Make sure the folding bed is stable and designed with safety mechanisms to prevent accidents. Consider beds made of durable, quality materials that are easy to clean. You may also want to consider a soft close mechanism that employs hydraulic pistons or spring systems to make lifting and lowering the bed quiet, smooth, and effortless.
Remember that in addition to stylistic consistency and functionality, the most important consideration to help you select the right wall bed configuration is the room in which it will be placed.
