Murphy Bed for $85

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8 жыл бұрын

This video shows the construction of a hanging murphy bed that does double duty as a dry erase board.
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@chazsteadman5020 5 жыл бұрын

The thing I like BEST about this video is the abundant use of speeding it up. I've watched so many other videos where they play it at regular speed and it drives me nuts! SO, THANKS!

@ClaraMKing 5 жыл бұрын

I'm 84, and I'm still learning new DIY ideas to make my life easier. This is just what I need in my sewing room. I'll add the hinge that Angela suggested a year ago, and I'll put a beautiful fabric cover over it. My grandson loves the bed, so he'll love this when he visits me. By the way, I plan to discard the box spring. Yes, I can build the box. Love it. Thank you!

@Diana-wg1tm 6 жыл бұрын

I think if you put the mattress Inside the Box instead of on top of the box you made and then run a two-by-four along the wall and attach the box with hinges then all you would have to do is fold the bed down with some fold out legs and that would eliminate all the strings. when the box is folded back up against the wall underneath the bed could have a pretty picture or something

@monicasickels7741 7 жыл бұрын

Thats not a Murphy bed.... Its just a complicated hanging bed.

@grumpydaz6522 7 жыл бұрын

Great job! if only there more people like you on you tube showing people how they could save a packet of money keep up the good work!

@cecilehoare3053 7 жыл бұрын

Makercise, great concept! I would have built a frame attached to the wall to eliminate the ropes-a hazard if you have any children or pets! When you put the dry erase board inside the bed frame I thought it was a great idea, maybe once you make a more permanent frame you could make the bottom portion into a cupboard to store the linens and the feet! Great start to a great concept!

@doreennewman7182 2 жыл бұрын

Nice, but many of us DIY's, don't have the elaborate tools, and certainly not the space that you have. All in all, still very inventive on your part.

@leemontgomery72 7 жыл бұрын

Nothing about this is a Murphy bed. it's a box with a mattress hanging on the wall.

@cynthiasmith6465 7 жыл бұрын

You are very talented. I appreciate your skills. I would not be able to do this. I did not get enough instruction and detail out of the video to duplicate but I'm sure your parents are very proud of you.

@Makercise 7 жыл бұрын

Cynthia, Thanks I appreciate your comment. I do indeed want to make my parents proud. :) I am contemplating making a more detailed set of pdf plans, and I'd appreciate some additional feedback about what kind of details would make you more likely to attempt this project. For instance, I used a table saw, air nailer, and drill press. These tools make the job faster, but the project could be completed with a hand held drill, circular saw, and ratchet straps. With which of these tools would you be comfortable? What types of details would make you more likely to attempt this project?

@GaryWWhite 7 жыл бұрын

Dude I really like your design. Murphy bed, potato, potato why these people get stuck on stupid I will never know. I need to make one of these to clear up space to be able to play and record music in my room. As well as have a small desk and office area for my art and computer graphics. I don't have much money and looks mean nothing to me, it's all about practicality for me and I think I can build this, however I might need some help. Thanks for sharing this I have just watched about 6 or 7 videos on making a wall bed and This is the best yet. I'm very impressed with your thought process and if you ever make PDF plans I would love a copy. It would make this project easier. Thank you...

@paul9813 7 жыл бұрын

Although not a huge fan of your design, you video gave me inspiration for hinges for the bed I'm building, thanks for posting your work!

@pinktree5 6 жыл бұрын

This is just what I've been trying to work out how to do - hang the bed and use pulleys to get it down. I don't care what you call it :) but I always get something out of watching how other people work things out. Especially like the alternate uses for things like pvc pipe! Thanks

@geolisadrag-racing2349 5 жыл бұрын

pinktree5 pinktree5 GREAT comment! I want to add that he did this in 2015, B4 the influx of Murphy Bed videos. He wanted something like a MB, came up with this, built it, & shared it with us. I agree he can call it whatever he wants. Look up " Fractal Pattern " on UTube & U will find the Best DIY'rs in the world NOT making fractal patterns (a VERY specific thing). But, their "Lichtenberg figures" are awesome so they too can call 'em what they want. Anyway I had to reply to you because all the negative comments here are making my stomach hurt. I picture myself going into a museum or even a retail store & just pointing out all the stuff I would never buy to everybody in the place & stating opinion like they are facts. I'd say things like 'why is this even available in yellow? EVERY ONE knowis that's the worse color ever" & "speaking of yellow that 83million dollar Monet painting sucked... Claude & Pierre needed their eyes checked" etc etc. Thanks for letting me rant

@robertstoanes1454 8 жыл бұрын

Good Job! Not sure I would call it a "Murphy Bed" though... maybe a "Bed Wall Hanger"

@geolisadrag-racing2349 5 жыл бұрын

I watch lots of diy, but this is the 1st time I've come across your videos. My 1st thought when done was 'wow what a nice guy', then 'wow his reviews are going to be brutal!' All I'm going to add is dude your parents love you AND the bed! Who cares what anybody else thinks! I'll be checking out some of your other videos. Thanks- Lisa

@Makercise 5 жыл бұрын

A breath of fresh air in a sea of negative comments. Thanks for the encouragement. :)

@AngelLuisTrinidad 7 жыл бұрын

Sorry man for bursting your bubble, but that is not a murphy bed. It's just a hanging from the wall bed frame and mattress.

@okidoki878 5 жыл бұрын

Did you look and open your ears

@carllubrin8518 2 жыл бұрын

Thank u for not making a video with no music I’m thinking of making one to make more room :)

@feb221964 7 жыл бұрын

Love your videos and how you take light of various situations. That was meant as a compliment. God bless.

@nema151 Жыл бұрын

5:22 "Now we just need to see how sturdy it is..." LIKE I NEED AN EXCUSE TO ACT LIKE A 5 YEAR OLD.

@willradish 7 жыл бұрын

If someone is looking into Murphy beds this is an alternate solution that can possibly be either more convenient or cheaper

@carlosmonge3292 3 жыл бұрын

Thinking outside the box. Very inspirational video. What a lovely family. Keep the good work up.

@AngelDavis92 7 жыл бұрын

I would have probably put some padding on the edges of the bed for comfort and to prevent scratches on the wall. and built it a frame with hinges so you can just flip it down. but it's an awesome idea. I love it!

@nandoit9173 7 жыл бұрын

i love the idea that you did it for your parents great son, n thanks for the inspiration

@johnnymelendez4836 6 жыл бұрын

Semantics aside , he made it himself and it saves space when not in use. Keep up the good work 😋

@davidcapps5438 7 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your skills but I would not want that in my house

@missesloveitkelly7501 4 жыл бұрын

Lol

@ManCrafting 7 жыл бұрын

This is my project for the weekend. I don't think I'm going this direction, because I want to put shelves to the sides, but this was a creative way to keep the floor space open. I need to get an extra bed together before JP shows up from England. Like you it will be used very occasionally, and I could use some extra storage area on the sides. So a long over due project is about to begin. Like you though, I have no desire to spend $300 on hardware. With wood and mattress I'd be approaching $700 easily.

@Makercise 7 жыл бұрын

+ManCraftingTM awesome!

@dustinsaidtoney2547 7 жыл бұрын

That's really cool, great work! 👍

@buddy77587 6 жыл бұрын

Your film editing is on point. I love your "jigs" n shit.

@KBBAKTHA 3 жыл бұрын

QUICK WALL FOLDING BED. VERY NICE. PROBABLY A FOLDABLE LEGS AND A SORT OF HINGE connecting wall to bed, would make it a super simple murphy bed.

@Gr8Success 8 жыл бұрын

thats stupid if you ask me .. you need 2 ppl to maneuver that thing

@joevalbuena 5 жыл бұрын

Talk about thinking outside the Box. Nice use of materials. Easily done in a weekend. I see something like this in my future.

@nomjohnson 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Love the basic innovativeness of this! Way to go :-)

@LAIDBACKMANNER 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this. Jam on!

@sueg2658 6 жыл бұрын

Very interesting video. You have fantastic wood working skills! Your parents must be very proud of you!

@bennyoliveira9662 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic, great for when you have visitors, love it..👍👍👍👍👍

@carolynmihelcic6056 7 жыл бұрын

BEAUTIFUL JOB and can't beat the price Awesome...

@VaratchayaSMills 7 жыл бұрын

I wish I have those kind of tools, great job.

@songkhatvong3029 5 жыл бұрын

I'm feeling happy to watch videos its useful and value for life

@mentalhealthmatters8386 5 жыл бұрын

Your parents were hilarious.

@1salvy3 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the idea ..it is a perfect project

@bjspyder4148 5 жыл бұрын

Lets see how much Mom loves it when she bangs her head on the underside of the stairs in the morning.

@Makercise 5 жыл бұрын

She would have to work real hard to catch her head on the 1/2” trim on the side of the stair case.

@KimAndersonThriftyLittleMom 8 жыл бұрын

This bed really creates a lot of extra space in the basement and is light enough for me to help take down.

@danieldondzilo7986 6 жыл бұрын

Did you just hang it there and not trim is out or hide the cute floral mattress because when they leave your storing it in the garage?

@jimh7384 7 жыл бұрын

Very creative, thanks!

@luisd8612 7 жыл бұрын

that's not a bad idea but off topic I like that 65 Malibu

@unclearvin3718 8 жыл бұрын

way cool ! ! ! i've been thinking about how i'd like to make a murphy-type bed for my office. you've inspired me to at least put pencil to paper...

@Makercise 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Thanks for the feedback. One enhancement I have notice over using it several months: no need for the hooks at bottom of the wall...just hook both ends on the bed knobs.

@jo3lsilvaracidesigner946 7 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! nice job!

@patrickmclaughlin6013 7 жыл бұрын

I like the frame ideas and use of pvc for legs. Hanging it on the wall like that ... a little crude. But thanks for the video, the build, and a creative ideas you offer.

@spammebabe 7 жыл бұрын

yeah..not exactly Murphy's bed but you're doing right thing, thumbs up for you man!

@suedutcher1257 7 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed your video! Brilliant ideas, great workmanship....and very cute video. :)

@danieltheteacher 8 жыл бұрын

You have a great skill. Please do pass on your skill to at least 10 people in your lifetime. I'm beginning to learn by myself & it is quite difficult. For instance I can't find my drill. It is harder to learn when you live with your family & my wife is against my learning. As a child my mother was against me learning. Oh well, God is helping me. My son does want to learn. Thank you for your video.

@atamartialarts4697 6 жыл бұрын

Loved your parents! That was too funny.

@swiperfox3145 6 жыл бұрын

So.... How does the OLD couple raise and lower the heavy bed? Do they have the strength to do it?

@Diana-wg1tm 6 жыл бұрын

after folding the bed up against the wall you could have some type of pin locks to hold the bed against the wall from falling down

@shanehowle8894 6 жыл бұрын

Very interesting idea best of both worlds - thanks

@themrnorwood 8 жыл бұрын

Hi Mom & Dad! Great project

@builderxx 8 жыл бұрын

Great Idea for someone in a small home or a Tiny Home that does not want to spend a fortune on the Murphy Kit.... I suppose you could even make it hinge using PVC Sch 40 for a pivot thanks!

@martinwalters1954 7 жыл бұрын

Note to self..use PVC as hinge pins for fold up Murphy bed. Or..just use hinges.

@ALMAPAGAN 3 жыл бұрын

That was really cool. I'm planning to switch to a Van life in 2022 and I have been researching different ways to multitask furniture options for tiny living. I found a box shelf layered system that I would like to add to my future van, but I can't figure out how they keep the boxes from not falling on the one beneath it. I found a swivel mechanism that would work. I just can't seem to find what locks it into place. Do you have any idea or can this item be a future project for you to create? I plan to stack 8 rectangle boxes on a pole bolted to the ceiling or wall down to the floor of the van. The purpose of this system is to store my clothing and yet keep it hidden.

@deborahdurham991 8 жыл бұрын

NICE!!! Don't have your skill but am very glad for this video how to.

@garryhoddinott7956 8 жыл бұрын

Subscribed. I like your idea for this one. The matress clamps less so. Seems they would impinge on putting a fitted sheet on and perhaps rip the matress/sheets. Were the bed mounted vertically perhaps a headboard might have held the mattress alternatively the PVC legs with end caps attached may have been slotted tightly into holes in a bottom rail and used to support bed and mattress with only a small catch used to safely attach the bed at the top. I had our Murphy Bed (horizontal single bed size made into a wall unit, with TV space, storage shelves and computer desk. Works well. Sadly the ma-in-law uses it too often!!!

@Makercise 8 жыл бұрын

Lol sounds like your handiness brings problems. Fortunately I get along with my in laws. The clamps are an aspect of the design I don't like either. Overall I have gotten lots of use out of the bed. I really like your ideas and welcome to the channel!

@shirleywilson3706 7 жыл бұрын

Garry Hoddinott instead of clamping the mattress why not use a bolt/eye hook and bungee cord to hold the mattress? Also you could set the mattress inside, use plywood for outside bottom half with your dryerase material laid out as you have above it. Instead of pvc pipe for legs you could've used solid wood that could have been designed to slide out and lock in place. You more or less just got a basic plan that others can add their own ideas to so that they can make something that's more visually pleasing to the eye.

@robertrisk93 3 жыл бұрын

I had never seen a YT video with nearly 1/3 of downvotes! probably the worst part was the way you held the the matress.

@Dogsnark 4 жыл бұрын

A Murphy bed would be a lot less complicated and infinitely nicer looking when stored.

@shroomhilda 5 жыл бұрын

Dude, you're awesome!!! But this video should be called... "How to build a bed that rests against the wall for $85, if you already have $25,000 worth of tools!"

@Makercise 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the complement.

@elijahmcstotts2871 4 жыл бұрын

I hate comments like this. It's a neat build and nothing I couldn't do with the tools in my shop I've spent less than $300 on. Quit crapping on the work people do because you're ignorant of what it takes to make it happen. Good quality used tools are out there if you're willing to look for them and produce great results if you exeecise a little extra care and patience using them. I've seen people make crap cuts using $500 saws and great cuts with $75 saws. It's a poor craftsman who blames his tools.

@fernandoacosta1207 4 жыл бұрын

Better than a Murphy Bed , great son .

@rogerk7194 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic fabrication. I also see you're a Freud blade guy, that's grr8! Thnx for sharing. Instead of the dry erase board, 1/8" white hardboard. Just a thought.

@maywilson7566 2 жыл бұрын

Great video

@paulcoffman9841 2 жыл бұрын

Great job. i can feel the love! Just dont think ropes around childen not to good , thanks

@ezequielsolanodarey 7 жыл бұрын

Good job 👏

@feradiohead 7 жыл бұрын

Its Cool do... I like your work...

@margovasilj4701 6 жыл бұрын

I love it . we will built one for our granddaugher

@Naturelover00023 8 жыл бұрын

I like the use of pvc, so I wonder did the idea work?

@Makercise 8 жыл бұрын

+S Franco The PVC legs in particular seem like the work well. Generally, I have lowered and hung the bed about 12 times in the last 5 months for guests. It is pretty slick. I don't use the dry erase board as much as I thought, but mostly because the space is under some slow construction to turn into an office/project space. The only item I don't like are the clamps for the mattress which occasionally need reclamping. Maybe my guest are restless or very active sleepers? One improvement you should consider is eliminating the hooks at the baseboard. It is more convenient and less work to hook both ends of the rope on the knobs at the end of the bed.

@CraigRippon 8 жыл бұрын

well done

@fabumaful 5 жыл бұрын

Why do you hang it? Can I build around this bed shelves, like a office? Please answer!

@Makercise 5 жыл бұрын

Becuase I needed space in the basement most of the time and only the bed a little bit of the time. I could build shelves around it. You will have to consider your own skills set to answer your second question.

@robtrauth4518 6 жыл бұрын

the important part is mommy and daddy like it.

@dubtownman9508 5 жыл бұрын

Mr Murphy and his bed,

@reviewingstuff6836 7 жыл бұрын

this is not a Murphy bed

@kaylathompson4423 7 жыл бұрын

where did you get the dry earase board and what is the actual name of it

@Makercise 7 жыл бұрын

+Kayla Thompson I got it from Home Depot. I had to use Xylene to degrade the factory coating. It caused the dry erase marker to bead up. The article www.makercise.com/how-to-make-a-low-cost-murphy-bed/ has the details. I recommend taking a dry erase marker with you when material shopping. There may be a alternative choice available in your locality, but watch out of the beading effect.

@kaylathompson4423 7 жыл бұрын

+Makercise thank you :) im going to make one for my son, im gonna try to make to where i can move it with us when we move, im kind of murging some different ideas together, but love the dry erase idea :) perfect for teaching

@nathanstephenson7917 6 жыл бұрын

Third video I have watched, I might have to put a list for myself to do a few of these projects that you have done! Awesome work, thanks for sharing!

@ernieniblack 7 жыл бұрын

All I need in addition to $85 in material is 10 years of experience woodworking and $20K in equipment. Master Carpenter and/or Eagle Scout wouldn't help either. :) No offense, seriously looks great with lots of creativity!! Just not for your everyday DIYer.

@soumboudj9582 4 жыл бұрын

Good job i like it👍

@InderSingh-qu4cd 5 жыл бұрын

Sir good job

@UnitedPebbles 5 жыл бұрын

Sheesh the power tools are probably thousands of dollars? You have space for those? Harhar. Imagine the art and the aesthetic??

@kierabradley6587 6 жыл бұрын

the design is eh, but your creativity and your parent's reaction was great :)

@LibertyLeslie 6 жыл бұрын

This is a great fold away for infrequent use. Murphy beds don't need two people to lower.

@patrickgnz3659 7 жыл бұрын

wow this is not a Murphy bed. it's how to build a cheap frame that's all.

@bestmangear2846 6 жыл бұрын

you have great parents

@superpont 7 жыл бұрын

I dont know what to even say to this. I guess first thats not a murphy bed. Second you could have bought a bed frame ,which is all you built, for 40 bucks.

@patriciamckinney2229 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your vedio nice job

@AustinsChannel888 7 жыл бұрын

lmao...$85 is way too much for this bed. Dude.. just get some free bed frame on Craiglist, then secure the mattress and add some hooks (optional). I don't see why you hang it. it's insecure and its has no function. Simply stand it on its' side and use some hooks to make it stay.

@dangerdavefreestyle 4 жыл бұрын

man thats a good idea. all that plywood and labor. i'd still want some type of hinge which i'm sure can be done. i shall consider this one as I am in the market for a murphy bed of some sort.

@sct4040 3 жыл бұрын

Or a cheap bed frame from Ikea?

@3xTube 7 жыл бұрын

Me too, I was expecting apiece of furniture with a concealed bed within. I agree, it's a lot of skills to learn, but honestly, I didn't like the solution. Good video, but still it is not too late to put the bed into a cupboard.

@DerrickPerrin 8 жыл бұрын

Good build. Next time toss out the box springs.

@bradenwelch1967 7 жыл бұрын

8:17 low key flipping you off...lol

@KandMe1 4 жыл бұрын

slats instead of the half inch ply panel something new but Murphy wouldn't need his brother to get his bed up and back down.

@recyclespinning9839 5 жыл бұрын

Let me just whip up a bed for my parents!!

@daisyandpoppysadventure9745 7 жыл бұрын

you have an amazing gift.

@tommacabulostoledo 6 жыл бұрын

this is a funny inspiration! lol

@kellyfoland4943 4 жыл бұрын

Hillbilly Murphy Bed. That's great!

@carladbbee3637 7 жыл бұрын

It would be good to first show the after shot of the bed:)

@michaelbullard8015 7 жыл бұрын

This is not a murphey bed.

@sarahdarling2441 7 жыл бұрын

Considering it's a DIY and he clearly stated at 0:24 that he wanted to create something LIKE a Murphy bed, you'd think that would be pretty self explanatory.

@rienzseodigital 7 жыл бұрын

+Darling Charlotte check the title.:D

@sarahdarling2441 7 жыл бұрын

The title doesn't matter if he clarifies himself in the video. :D

@jarredhodges5296 7 жыл бұрын

Yes it does.

@sallyglenn7701 7 жыл бұрын

That is the stupidest thing I've ever seen. If my son made me sleep on that id be really disappointed.

@64dita 8 жыл бұрын

I like it, much easier

@karenboyd6293 Жыл бұрын

I* love it and hate it at the same time?!? It does the job for sure, but I am hoping for something easier to handle and better looking. Still it is better than many of the places we have selp when we visit family or friends.