Murphy beds just aren't built the way they used to be... Remember those old murphy beds? Those iron contraptions that snapped shut with a sneeze? Fortunately, those days are of the past! Emerald City Closets and Wallbeds of Seattle's Murphy Beds are built out of a lightweight yet rugged aluminum frame. Combined with an adjustable spring hinge mechanism, our Murphy beds are easy to operate while providing extreme durability. Any standard mattress up to 11" thick will work with our Murphy beds, eliminating the need to order special ones. Since the bed is not bolted to the floor, it will not damage carpet and does not require a raised platform. This system is used by resorts and hotels around the world, including the largest inn-keeper in the world, Holiday Inn! Turning your Murphy bed into a beautiful piece of furniture is easy, especially when you accessorize with any of the following items: side cabinets with doors drawers & shelves hanging spaces slide out night tables crown moldings reading and accent lights hardwoods stained to match your specific color Click here for specifications and dimensions. Emerald City Closets and Wallbeds of Seattle also offers an unique home office/bed system which incorporates a Murphy bed into the design. Emerald City Closets and Wallbeds of Seattle * 800.925.1521 * sales@emeraldcc.com