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Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Winter Projects



I have wanted a Murphy bed in our basement for a long time. I felt that it would be the best use of our space and kind of fun. Dad was here one day to help "us" (Travis really) get started. That was good it gave us confidence, initiative and a boost start. Do you like their handy saw horses?

We had fun trying out all of the shelves as they got built. Travis really wanted them to be strong enough for what ever we ever thought we wanted to store on them down the road. They are holding up so far :). At this point we do not have any doors on them but maybe some day that would be nice to add, I mostly like open areas though so it likely will never happen. 

There are some minor glitches, like I can't put it away by myself since it is so heavy, but I have a few helpers around here so for now that isn't a problem. All in all it was a pretty fun project that we  are very happy to have. 
I need to have a complete cleaning in the basement to complete the project and I keep managing to put that off. Maybe the end will come soon and I won't have too.

3 comments:

Abbi said...

I am looking forward to seeing your bed in person sometime. You didn't show it closed. It looks pretty nice!

Keren Ruth said...

I have always thought Murphy beds were kinda fun, My first introduction to them was in an Abbott and Costello movie.
You are funny - "Maybe the end will come soon and I won't have too" for your cleaning. I forget to use that excuse. :D

Anonymous said...

The bed is a very nice place to sleep, too. I have slept on it! :)Mom