More than a Murphy Bed
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- Murphy Bed with Builtin Side Table, LED’s, and MORE
This week I’m building a Bedroom in a wall. This includes a Murphy bed, integrated bedside table, LED Lighting fixtures, USB outlets, and more. This was a challenging project, but well worth the effort. If you are looking to build a built-in there are a lot of tips and tricks in this video that'll help out!
Enjoy,
-Michael
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I can’t understand why would anyone dislike this video! It was well shot, the build was breathtaking and the end result beautiful. Well done man
Thank you!
Araya Woodworks competition and jealousy, nothing more nothing less... great work !
It is okay. We can not pls everybody. 🤷♀️That's life.. Good job for him though, got inspired to do some diy. 😊
@LICKHER&STICKHERINTHEPINK &OTHERPLACES haha same here. Beautiful craftsmanship. But the masks got to go!
IKEA employees. They are dissing the craftsmanship that they’ve annihilated.
Man, this REALLY gives me some appreciation for how much work a project like this takes. It looks so clean and simple when you're done, but DAMN that's some attention to detail!
I always used to think those types of beds looked horrible when upright. But that looks genuinely luxurious. Space-saving architecture is always so impressive.
My Dad was a Master Carpenter in England, and he used to call that piece of lumber that you used to hold up the soffit when you were working alone, "The Carpenter's Helper." Nice to see that quality craftsmanship is still around!
We call then a "deadman" here in the states.
So was mine! He just passed away- I got his tools. Watching this, though.. some things like this guy that knows what he’s doing (Like my Dad) gives me a healthy fear of power tools
I watched this at 3 am in the middle of a panic attack, it helped a lot. Thank you for the length and calming tone.
Glad to hear this helped! I started watching youtube woodworking videos back in 2014 when I was going through tough times, and couldn't sleep. I found Carl Jacobson's wood turning videos which helped me. Nice to hear that my videos can do the same. Take care!!
Panic attack ? Inlaws coming ? The bottom support would limit over half of my inlaws and the night stand would never hold a nights worth of medication and snacks. As a comedian once said his inlaws were on the hefty side and if there's 2 chairs one concrete steel reinforced with a nice cushion and a wicker child's chair their gonna try and sit in the wicker chair
@@1STGeneral dude what
@@CoRLex-jh5vx He is joking 😂😁🤣
@@MichaelAlm excellent video! Please send contact information if you do this for others.
Hey boss, awesome install! Looks amazing! Would like to point out a few things for educational purposes. Not trying to be critical, but I do know my codes. So, you’re not supposed to bury an electrical junction box like you did. Should have also used armour cable instead of the NMD for mechanical protection, especially behind the drawers. The 3-gang box you used was also supposed to be supported from 2 sides (hence that other nail support). Where I’m at, you’re also not supposed to have live plugs inside a cupboard or cabinet unless the door is in the fully open position. This can be done with door switches pretty easily to kill all the power when the unit is closed.
Again - really awesome project! But be sure to check local codes. Hopefully everything I mentioned only applies to Canada! All the best! ❤️
Not everyone is so enamored with the UBC. A clean install is a clean install. Like all regulations it is sometimes better to not know so that the human propensity for denial does not get involved.
The CEC is designed around the NEC regulations. Everything you mentioned is absolutely code whether this was in Canada or the US. Wonderful worksmanship on the carpentry side, but he definitely should have hired a real electrical contractor to help.
@@IbraheemMoizoos Or his electrician buddy should have told him everything Matthew mentioned above.
Two thumbs up on the overall project, but at least one thumbs down for the electrical. It works well now, but the code violations Matthew pointed out aren't frivolous ones. If there's an electrical issue that requires access to the box he covered, I hope they're able to access it from the other side of the wall. If not, that bed will have to come out to correct the issue.
@@RobMoreland I was surprised his friend is apparently an electrician but let him do all those things. It’s pretty basic electric code. I’m not an electrician nor a contractor and those are some of the first things I learned not to do.
Quick suggestion: put the ceiling board up first, make it go to the frame, then cut the sides panels short and use them as a backup weight distribution system. As a contractor we always put up ceilings before walls.
I had this same thought as I was watching. I always find it a good practice to support the ceiling with the walls. Still secure the way he did it, but it's also cleaner to have the seams invisible when looking up.
He has some nice tools though. Forget the physics fails, the lack of critical thinking skills, safety protocols etc... disregard too the screws upon screws used for shear. His tools are legit
yup...I was thinking the same thing. Otherwise great video! Beautiful
@@dustin6828, you sound seriously passive/aggressive as you dump a left-handed compliment amongst all those 'green-eyed monster' insults. Well done! My compliments!
@@tme9384 I am seriously passive/aggressive. It’s a problem
I’ve been looking at built ins like this for a long time. This is by far the best I have found! Very well done! Great idea cutting the main pieces out in your shop!
Now I know why Murphy beds are so expensive. Impressive!
I'm so glad this project looks complicated and difficult. Custom murphy beds are no joke.
Great craftsmanship and video editing. Thanks for all the extra tips and tricks you shared!
The attention to detail is fantastic. Love the clean work.
You are a true craftsman. That’s awesome, well done.
That's absolutely beautiful. I admire your precision.
I do have one question... Didn't your electrician friend tell you that it's a code violation to cover up electrical junction boxes?
I noticed that too. Actually there are two covered junction boxes.
I had to look to see if anybody else noticed that he covered up two junction boxes. That's a no no.
I have been looking for a good guest bedroom solution and watch tons of your other videos. This is perfect! Absolutely love everything you do. Thank you for walking the rest of the world through how to do what you do.
Truly amazing craftsmanship, Michael! It's mesmerizing to watch your projects.
Great to wake up, relax , have coffee and watch this beautiful bed build, instead of watching and reading all the bad news that’s going in the world. Thank you 😊
Just what I thinking!
Wow so true!
Gorgeous, and… Oh, the finished details! Dying of envy.
This makes me want a murphy bed, even though I don't need one. Beautiful work. The reveals were spot on.
Great work. It's nice to see someone that takes pride in their work is detail oriented and doesn't just throw things together.
The sapwood inlay is beautiful! Great detail & forethought with the design.
What a fantastic job you’ve made of this ‘refit’ for the room. I love Murphy Beds, but you’ve taken this to a whole new level...WOW!
You are amazing. Totally enjoyed watching the build. It's absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful job. So much precision and detail.
This was incredible. Thank you for sharing so much detail of the working on site. You rarely see this level of detail for this sort of speciality situation. Learned a good bit!
Four daughters, oh why didn’t one bring home a handy carpenter! I admire your skills.
😂
This is beautiful! I wish I had this in my 3 bedroom apartment. Your workmanship is so precise. I appreciate your care in the details!
It's very relaxing to watch you work, I love that walnut wood. That would be a great idea to have in hotel bedrooms to change them to meeting rooms.
There is a vast difference between watching a contractor and a craftsman.
His first problem was the timber section he mounted on the roof. He didn't allow for the MDF he was putting on it, and had to replace a 2x4 with a 1x4, instead of making the frame correctly in the first place.
Second issue, bedside table didn't fit.
Craftsman... Ok.
Yes a contractor would have hired an actual electrican and followed electrical codes, instead of burying a junction in a wall
@@culturevulture6292 "I haven't done a lot of veneering, but I've watched a couple videos...." *screams in German*
also the bookshelf on the right: is that screwed to the wall as well? because now the bed is screwed into its side. and the wood really doesn't match
I absolutely love the way you describe the significant smaller details!
I also love the kid playing Fortnite in the background😂 9:12
Very simplistic, excellent build quality, and, excellent option for keeping clutter off the bed, great video.
Very nicely done! Wasn’t really looking for this and this was one of those random videos but had to watch it end2end! Neat, quality work with plenty of tips along the way, thank you!
Love the attention to detail. Nice to see actual craftsmanship.
This is the nicest Murphy bed build I've seen to date. Thank you. I'm nowhere near your level of craftsmanship, but I'll be building my own MB in the coming weeks. This is an inspiration!
Outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail!!
I love the design and I commend you on your attention to detail, great workmanship and good job.
Excellent project and well done! My only problem, as an electrician, It is against most electrical codes to cover electrical junction boxes. They need to be moved so they are still accessible.
I was thinking the same thing. It would fail inspection for sure. People don't think about issues down the road. I've done lots of remodels and when the carpenters open up walls I find hidden junctions all the time.
Why exactly? Curious
@@ellowell8160 According to all electrical codes that I am familiar with (and common sense) boxes with junctions must be accessible after the job is complete to allow for repairs later on if required. A loose connection in a box buried behind finished walls is a definite fire/life/ safety hazard and a definite no-no.
Don't get me wrong the project looks great. I would just find another way to run the wiring from a professional point of view.
@@peterclark727 Are you talking about the former outlet on the right side? Because the other one on the left side (the one they connected the LED lights and the new outlet to) is still accessible as far as I can see, since you simply can take out the drawers if needed to work on it (see 15:28, where you can see the box with the side table installed, but the drawers not yet put in).
@@IgorRockt At the 14:40 mark of the video he installs the back panel and covers the plug box (now a Junction Box) making it inaccessible in the future. This is a cool and well done project and I admire his efforts and results. I have had an Electrician's License for 34 years and I have never buried a Junction box because it's against code.
A perfect addition for either a guest bedroom from an office/study or a studio apartment. Thanks for your clear video and verbal description.
I'm very impressed! Very nice looking built-in bed and great construction methods!
Phenomenal attention to detail. This was a lot if work! Excellent job!
I love that bed, I have a Rockler kit I've been waiting to install. More inspiration!
brian hornby this kit looked a lot easier then the rockler kit. I did one myself and was disappointed with many thins, including the very warped metal pieces for the bed frame. Unfortunately for me I waited nearly a year to install it and couldn’t return it. Luckily I have several 50” parallel clamps that helped me “persuade” the frame into place for assembly.
Absolutely beautiful! It's modern, simple ❤
This is the neatest design of any transformer furniture I have ever seen and I been obsessed for quite a bit! Fantastic job love it!!
This looks so polished. The process is so professional. Good job!
Hello Michael, Well I watched this build again today and picked up another detail you added. I really like the bevel you added around the door hardware. I know it is a small detail but really adds to the quality of this build. Very professional throughout!
Honestly. A solid video of craftsmanship, articulated clearly, and creative. Keep it up
Great video - soothing background music, wonderful descriptions, plenty of detail - thank you!
Very good. Clean, tidy, enough information to explain some of the visuals. Thank you.
Absolutely fantastic build. Anyone would be proud to have this in their spare room.
Hi, you still on CZcams? 1yr later
Love the shirt (Laura Kampf). I also love the project. This is very inspirational. Keep up the good work.
Very clean design. Sharp, careful execution. Great video!
The most well thought out design. Absolutely love this video and will be the criteria for my Murphy bed. I would love to hire you!
This makes me miss building furniture with my dad. 🥰
Completely blown over. This Murphy bed is so gorgeous I would never hide it away!
Agreed
That's missing the point of a murphy bed.
This is really outstanding work. Such a clean and functional look
Wow!
Lovely workmanship, professionalism and creative design skills.
It was a real pleasure to watch this.
You, my friend are a true artisan .... I have never seen such perfection in a job, nor a more engaging vid and I have a very short attention span! .... as a DIY guy, totally inspirational ... well done!
you said it perfectly.
There was a ton of interesting detail in this piece and I’ve grown my woodworking vocabulary just by watching this! As always, great stuff Michael! 😄😄😄
Thanks Kat!
Best most efficient Murphy bed tutorial I've seen. Nice job. Seemed at times to be overkill, but the overall verdict was magnificent. Making my own version of the Murphy bed in a very low budget arena. Thanks for sharing... Oh really loved the side tables and the choice of woods you used...
Excellent craftsmanship. Thanks for being so generous.
Best part:
Explaining how to correct normal glitches
😁Tks!
I wonder how much you charged the client for this. This is so well executed.. Great job! Would love to have this done at my house
I'd guess $7,000
Outstanding video and workmanship. You are a great communicator - clear and concise. Loved the final product and the space in the matching bedside table. These Murphy beds are such a smart way to add sleeping accommodations to a spare room while leaving the flexibility to use the room as an office or living area. Fantastic job 👍🏻
I'm blown away. Incredible work!
Finished project: "What do you think, honey?"
Wife: "It's beautiful, but could you move the bookcase?
Wow, that would be a typical thing my Mom would say to my Dad LMAO
Aqa
My wife would have something like, I changed my mind, I want this in the other room.
The bookcase is taking away from the bed otherwise; he did an outstanding job
Beautiful craftsmanship and attention to detail! Very impressed with your design and how the whole bed assembly came together. Excellent work!
Yes just awesome.
your attention to detail is amazing
My friend, this is extremely impressive! The detail is impeccable! The added line to the side table and head board though. Love it!
Ah- maze - ing. I have a husband who’s furniture/art is sold in galleries. I watch his meticulous work all the time.
BRAVO to you for being a fanatical detail man. I am impressed at the design of the bedside table.
Absolutely STUNNING!!! You do amazing work
Man, this is gorgeous!!! It is amazing to watch an expert work at their craft. KUDOS!
This was a great watch. The video is well produced and your craftsmanship is beautiful.
Excellent, well thought out, well presented, well edited video. Besides being an expert woodworker, you are an excellent presenter. I designed and built my own Murphy bed into an existing bedroom closet and I went through many of the same steps you took. I did not use a kit, I built the bed frame, designed my own hinge system, and sourced the gas piston struts from a boat supply outlet. When the closet doors are closed you cannot even tell it's there.
Aside from your awesome builds and artistic taste in design, I really like your background music especially how you isolate the last parts of your build music :)
Thank you!
Terrific job, Michael! Your attention to detail is abundantly clear! Truly a professionally completed project!
✨👏✨👏✨👏✨👏✨👏✨👏
What an impressive workmanship! Great!
Michael- Hi again ! - A quick comment:
The Narration overlay is PERFECT in that it helps to communicate planning, reasons for choices, and thoughts as the build progresses. Something like this _really_ separates the amateurs from those who really _understand_ the importance of communication to the success of those wanting to really understand their (your) work. Thanks ! -
C.
I really have to say I want to do something like this with my bed. I don't need the room but I love the neat look of a room like this where you can have an office there and then turn it into a bedroom in just a few secs.
Same here, trying to convince wife that things like bed, tv and sinks should ‘disappear’ when not in use. Just keeps the place clean and gives extra space to live in.
Wow!! Such professional craftsmanship- gorgeous end product, real work of art. Subscribed! Thanks for sharing
I’m very glad to find such a nice piece of art worth. Congratulations!
You are really a wonderful wood worker.
That was an amazing job.. The filming was spot on. You had my interest all the way through. I am not a woodworker but my father was a great craftsman. My parents were from the era of why buy it, when you can make it. My dad would decide on building shelves and cupboards, come in with his tape measure (always a roll up behind his ear) go back to his work shop and, hey presto in a few days there was a made to measure unit done - like you had bought if from a shop. You seem to have that same quality; the vision to make things work and look beautiful. Thank you for sharing
I appreciate the fact that he get someone professional to work on the electrical thing, that is so professional of him.
"To know what we know is what we know and that we do not know what we do not know. That is true knowledge." - forgot the author of this quote. ✌️
Yeah. That was the only part that was badly screwed up. :P Craftsmanship is great despite the table snafu.
@@rawyin Yep - major code violation covering up that outlet box.
Absolutely fabulous, super talented young man x thank you and much love from the UK xx
we’re thinking of doing something similar in our second bedroom, this is so well done 👏🏼 we’re inspired now haha
Simly the best!!!, well explained, detailed and a well done job bro, greetings from DOmincian Republic, always learning a lot from your videos. thanks for sharing!
God bless the work of your hands!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it
@@MichaelAlm You're very welcome! May God bless you and your family! thanks again!
I notice the ear protectors you are wearing, good idea!!! Hearing is very easily damaged around power tools.
Beautiful drawers. Awesome build 👏
Great build; really ties the room together
That Murphy bed is gorgeous! I also like the simple design on the outside, painted to match the room.
This turned out fantastic. I know you were smiling a little during voice-over, but I suspect you were hurting on the inside when the dresser and the chisel became frenemies; there were a couple of painful decisions to have made I think. Anyway, great results as always and great audio too. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks! Yeah, that felt very wrong. 😬
@@MichaelAlm I'd have cussed a lot and procrastinated for as long as humanly possible, then berated myself for days 😓
It is an absolutely lovely little table
This is gorgeous! Amazing work!
This is fabulous! A great video for content, production and quality. Well thought out and well done. Thanks so much!
Super clean!! 🤙🏻🤙🏻
SUPER PRO 😂
what’s the finish?
I like your work
I'm always amazed when I see home build videos especially those that are so proud of their "tiny" homes that people are not using, or even thinking of using, a Murphy bed. A bed eats up so much real estate on the floor that using a Murphy bed makes so much sense especially in a tiny home. This was a BEAUTIFUL job! All the tiny details are what make it so special, well done! 👍
I mean tiny homes often have a second floor over the bathroom for the bed, which is more comfortable than having it in your general living space. It's also a pain in the ass to put it up and down every day and on that floor you don't have the ceiling height to install a murphy bed
@@TheJensPeeters You could do a side-opening murphy-style bed. Many Navy ships have beds like this, my frigate's XO had a "guest bed" in his stateroom that folded out to be an upper bunk over his bed.
Well most tiny houses have lofts; they're utilising volume or vertical space for the bed rather than floorspace. I do agree though that some make a floor level bedroom in a way that's not really needed, but others use Murphy's, counterweighted drop-down beds or converting couches(the latter of which a lot tiny's have as well as a loft bed so they can host if need be).
I'd say it's a minority that spend floor space on a dedicated bedroom and even then that's most often couples with kids who want their 'retreat'.
My own plan is to go with a built-in couch that has a ratcheting mechanism to go flat and that whole upper section is on a track to move outwards from the wall. If it's my primary bed rather than for a guest I want the converting mechanism to be really smooth and effortless and this way it's a single motion. Also thinking I'll make my own mattress from layering foam densities to make it comfy but flexible enough to fold(maybe I score the densest piece at the bottom, there's some trial and error involved).
Murphy beds are only effective when there are 2 user scenarios implemented in the floor space. E.g. a fold away homeoffice that normally uses the real estate.
This usually is not implemented and the free space is not used effectively.
A job well done. Really enjoyed this project.
Relaxing to watch. Lovely clean finish
Beautiful workmanship. As suggested by another viewer, covering an electrical junction box and making it non-accessible is against National code.
Awesome build!
The next time you veneer something, look up backing veneer. A panel can become horribly twisted/bowed with veneer on just one side. You can use paper of the same thickness as backing veneer.
Definitely also use dowel material instead of splintery square sticks of plywood as spacers between your veneer and your piece. Also round off the edges of your burnishing board so you don't damage your veneer surface and better yet get a roller tool. You need to apply a minimum of 20lbs per square inch to ensure proper adhesion. Trimming off excess veneer around the edges is best achieved with a steady downward stroke of a sharp blade, starting from above the finished surface and cutting downward along the edge. That way you avoid the risk of splintering your corner edge and of damaging the surface of your veneer when you set the weight of your piece on it. That stroke takes practice. A more reliable technique is to trim off excess to within a sixteenth of an inch with a trim router and then to lightly sand the joint flush by hand with a sanding block of 220 grit finish sanding paper.
Nice to see an actual quality, engineered build.
Great work! I like the wooden details in the drawers 👏👏👏