DIY Network

Murphy Bed, Part 2 - Molding and Paint From "Weekend Remodeling" episode WKR-210

	In part 1 of this project, host Fuad Reveiz covered the construction of the bookshelves.
	The second part covers the construction of the bed box, footboard the the securing of the bed to the wall.

The bed box has been assembled, the footboard added and decorative details are in place. All that's left is the addition of decorative molding and paint.

Part 2 of the Murphy Bed construction rates a 3 on an intermediate remodeling scale of 1-5.

Materials:

1 x 12 poplar
Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF)
Plywood
Trim
2 x 8
Screws, hardware, angle brackets, barrel bolts and casters
Paint (the same as used in part 1 of the project)
Utility knife
Pry bar
Circular saw
Jig saw
Compound miter saw
Drill and bits
T-square
2 ft. and 4 ft. levels
Router
Trim nailer
Clamps
Brad nailer
Sandpaper (optional: orbital sander)
Wood putty
Wood glue
Sliding bolts

advertisement

	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D

1. To finish the project, begin by adding a piece of trim at the top of the bed box to match the trim on the tops of the bookcases (figure A).

2. Fill the recessed holes with wood putty, as well as the nail holes on the trim pieces and door panels and the small seam along the sides of the bed box.

3. Lightly sand the footboard and use an orbital sander on the bed box (figure B). Wipe away residue, then add primer to both pieces.

4. Paint the footboard to match the bookcases (figure C); paint the bed box to match the walls (figure D).

5. Next, to hold the bed up, install some simple sliding bolts inside both bookcases. Drill a hole through the bookcase into the bed box, then screw them into place. Place the bolts underneath the shelves so they are completely out of sight.

RESOURCES :

Murphyrooms.com
16400 Southcenter Parkway Suite 307
Seattle, WA 98188
Phone: 800-488-3540
Web site:www.murphyrooms.com
E-mail: sales@murphyrooms.com