The write up here says up to a 12" mattress, will it still work with a 14" mattress? Do I just need to make the cabinets deeper to handle it?
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The mattress I plan to use is also 14". Due to work constraints, I have not had a chance to start construction but I have studied the plans and DVD, along with the December '14 issue of Family Handyman (it features a Murphy bed made with one of these very kits) and I believe all that may be needed is to add an inch of depth to the wall side of the cabinet. I plan to completely build the bed frame first, install the mattress to get accurate measurements, and then make necessary modifications to the cabinet depth.
147833
We followed the instructions. You will have the bedding materials to consider when closing up the bed. I used an envelope type vinyl mattress cover, sheets and a thin cotton quilt. I tested to see if I could leave the pillows on the bed. I was able to do that. It closed completely so, I figured there were a few extra inches. The comment about the hardware holes is to be considered. We love our Murphy bed and so do our guests.
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I would say that a 12" mattress is the maximum. You might be able to adjust the cabinet sides for a 14", but I would recommend calling the manufacture, Create-a-bed. I had to call their customer service department when we where building our bed because we wanted to make changes to the face of the cabinet. I found the customer service very professional and extremely helpful.
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Our carpenter built ours using the including templates. The sides and top are 16" wide. He build the bottom 3" thick both for strength and so we could have some design elements facing the room when the bed is lifted. That should have left 13" for the mattress but the rail that supports the bottom of the bed rotates into the bed when the bed is lifted. Unless it pushes into a soft mattress, you can loose another 1 1/2" from the room for the mattress. There should be no problem making the sides and top of the cabinet wider if you take your measurements from the correct side. Our carpenter built ours using the including templates. The sides and top are 16" wide. He build the bottom 3" thick both for strength and so we could have some design elements facing the room when the bed is lifted. That should have left 13" for the mattress but the rail that supports the bottom of the bed rotates into the bed when the bed is lifted. Unless it pushes into a soft mattress, you can loose another 1 1/2" from the room for the mattress. There should be no problem making the sides and top of the cabinet wider if you take your measurements from the correct side.
147836
There may be more than just making the cabinet bigger. In order to accommodate the larger mattress you may also need to adjust where you drill the holes for the hardware. Other than that I'm guessing that it will work. Good luck!
147837
You would definitely need to check the templates included with the kit for placement of all the holes for mounting all the hardware. I suggest calling Rockler-I think the written instructions has a phone number to call for questions or assistance. They might be able to help.
1935602
My mattress is 12 inches deep, and it fits fine. The outside edge of it seems to be pretty strechy/good elastic, so I'm sure it will fit around a less deep mattress as well.
2218623
yes it will fit. you might have to build the bottom up to make it work with your cabinets.you can add to the sides if needed to make it fit snug.
2240209
It might be a tight fit. Our mattress is 10 inches deep; the cover went one fairly well - we alternated sides pulling it from bottom to top and it worked well, but it will be more difficult for a 12 inch deep mattress. In any case, it is best done as a 2 person job.
1748164
My mattress is 13" and there is quite a lot of room left but I think 18" might be too much to try to cover. I would guess 16" might be the limit.
1314628
Hi! I'm afraid a 12x14 sheet won't fit. The inside of the drawers are 9.5x12. I enjoy the set of drawers.
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No. Even if you set the boxes directly on the floor, you'd only have 12" under there. I recommend a different piece of furniture if you want to do that. Sorry I took so long to answer. I hope you've found a solution.
1678947
I've used it for 12" depth and it's perfect, when I tried to use it for 14" deep shelf it became unstable and wobbled. I guess that's why they said "up to 12""
674163
Hi Virginia. This cover can accommodate up to 12' (inch) thick mattress. I would recommend taking or thinking about the length of a common ruler. If your mattress is as thick or shorter than a ruler, you are okay with this purchase. I hope this information is helpful.
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The bottom of the mattress will be 13" above the floor. My mattress is 12" thick so my bedspread has to fall 25" on each side to touch the floor. Which it does not do. The optional slide out drawers work great also and they are 9 1/2 " tall and have 2" of clearance.
2262195
My mattress is only 12 inches, and there is some excess room. I just don't think that it would be enough for a 17" mattress. Hope that helps.
894332
My mattress is 12 inches and it fits fine. Probably would fit 14 inches no problem and the top sheet is very generous...I have a California king and there is lots of hangover on the sides and plenty to tuck at bottom. Love these sheets
1424900
Yes, 14 1/2 x 24 1/2 should work just fine. I think 24" exactly would be best, but the "body" of the cabinet is greater than 25" and will cover your opening.
1279748
I measured my mattress from the floor and it measures 12 inches. I somehow think that it would fit yours. Not completely sure, but it seems like it would.
1399568
I am not sure how deep your mattress is. But the deeper the mattress the less height the rails will be above the top of the mattress.
397126
The unit is 12" deep. Your cabinet will need to be at least 12" deep to accommodate the unit. Otherwise, it will stick out beyond the front of your cabinet.
1429834
Hi! This should fit a mattress up to about 12" deep perfectly. The material is slightly stretchy but not enough to make it fit any deeper than 12".