Three Ways to Buy
Best Seller
Mechanism only
$399 / kit
Our best selling patent protected mechanism kit.
Save $49
Dual functionality
$449 / kit + desk
Add-on for a hidden fold-out work station.
Save 20%
Best value
Starting at $942 / kit + mattress
Mattress designed to fit murphy bed requirements.
As Seen In
Thousands of completed builds. 4.7/5 average across mechanism, mattress, and bundle reviews.
Printed plans, build videos, and human help by phone, email, or chat. Every kit, every step.
Designed, machined, and assembled in Louisville, Kentucky since 1985. Patent-protected hardware.
Real Builders. Real Rooms.
First Time DIY
First build? We walk you through every step, from box-cut to bed-up.
Experienced DIY
All the hardware, none of the hand-holding. Skip the calls, keep the quality.
Pro Builder
Volume tiered pricing, dedicated trade contact, and the same patent-protected hardware your customers can rely on.
Side-by-Side
See exactly what you get at each level. All kits include plans, videos, and US-based support.
Other Brands
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Deluxe
$299
Adjustable
$349+
Premium Adjustable
$399
Featured Kit
Patent-protected smart lift assist, piston covers, and a free 1:1 design consultation. Made in Louisville, Kentucky since 1985.
$399 / kit Free shipping
Planning Your Space
Murphy beds mount two ways. Your ceiling height and available wall space determine which orientation works best.
The most common orientation. The bed folds down from the wall with the head of the mattress at the top of the cabinet.
Requires 8 ft+ ceilings. The most popular choice for bedrooms, guest rooms, and offices.
Perfect for rooms with low ceilings or limited vertical space. The bed folds out sideways from a shorter, wider cabinet.
Great for low ceilings. Ideal for basements, attics, and rooms under 8 ft.
Interactive Tool
Enter your room dimensions and we'll tell you exactly which sizes and orientations work for your space.
As Featured In
The New York Times
"As homeowners try to squeeze more out of their spaces, the once humble, now elevated Murphy bed is finding a new fan base in suburbia."Read the article →
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Every Create-A-Bed mechanism is precision-engineered, rigorously tested, and backed by decades of real-world performance.
50,000
Cycle-Tested Pistons
That's decades of daily use — open and close your bed every day for 100+ years.
Safety Lock
Integrated Mechanism
Locks the bed securely in both open and closed positions. No accidental drops.
Smooth Close
Controlled Descent
Gas pistons control the speed. The bed glides up and down — never slams or drops.
Made in USA
American Steel
Manufactured domestically from high-grade steel. Not imported, not outsourced.
You're Never Alone
From the moment you open the box to the first night you sleep on it — we're with you at every step.
Step-by-step written manuals with exact measurements, diagrams, and cut lists included in every kit.
Watch the full build process before you start. Every step filmed, narrated, and easy to follow.
Real people who build Murphy beds. Call Monday–Friday with any question, big or small.
Join thousands of builders. Share tips, ask questions, and get inspired by custom cabinet designs.
Have a question before you buy?
We're happy to help you plan your project — no purchase necessary.
More Reasons to Buy
Twin
Full
Queen
KingDesigned to fit Murphy bed requirements. Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, and King.
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Big Savings
Desk Add-On
$449 / kit + desk
Hidden fold-out workstation that disappears with the bed. Same patent-protected hardware.
$20 Add-On
Bookcase Plans
$20 / digital plans
Turn your wall bed into a full-wall library. Detailed plans, ready to print.
Easy to Build, Easy to Install
Proudly manufacturing and assembling each mechanism here in the USA, Create-A-Bed was founded in 1985 and is operated in Louisville, Kentucky.
New to woodworking? Take a look at our easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and see how thousands of people have done it themselves with our kit.
The best part: we are always here to help. Call our toll-free number, use the live chat, or email us for prompt customer service.
Watch It Built
Watch the full build before you start. Every step filmed, narrated, and easy to follow.
DIY Pete walks through a full Murphy bed + desk install with the Deluxe kit.
FAQs
We recommend a mattress no more than 10–12 inches thick to allow proper folding. Foam, hybrid, and latex mattresses all work well in Create-A-Bed mechanisms. Browse our mattress collection for fits designed specifically for Murphy beds.
The Standard kit uses wooden folding legs, while the Deluxe kit uses sleek concealed metal tube legs and upgraded smooth-lift pistons. Both ship with full plans, videos, and US-based support.
The Adjustable kit adds patent-protected lift assist and balance adjustment, plus King size availability. It's the right pick for experienced DIYers who want fine-tuned control.
The Premium Adjustable adds piston covers and a free 1:1 design consultation on top of everything in the Adjustable. Compared to other brands, every Create-A-Bed kit is made in the USA in Kentucky, top-rated since 1985, and backed by 2,000+ verified reviews. See the full breakdown.
Call us toll-free at 1-877-966-3852, use the live chat on this page, or send us a message. We're a real team in Louisville, Kentucky, ready to help before and after your build.
Every kit includes free shipping, written plans, video tutorials, and US-based tech support.
