Hurry! Hurry! It's not too late to take advantage of our Autumn Sale Savings!Though it does end tonight when the clock strikes mid-night, so don't delay!

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Well folks it's time to hang out the swim trunks, put away the flip flops and start gearing up for fall. As of Friday, the first official day of fall, summer is over. But don't worry, there's still a little bit of time left on our End of Summer Sale. To be exact, 4 days. This is seriously the time to buy your Murphy bed. Why you might ask? Well, because up until Thursday September 29th, you can get Free Curbside Shipping & a Free Mattress when you buy your Murphy bed!

So don't delay any longer. Simply add a Murphy bed and a Mattress to you shopping cart, then enter in the code:ENDOFSUMMER and bingo, instant savings!

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For some of you the weather may be rainy or getting colder, but here in the high desert, we're experiencing a heat wave! This weekend we've had temperatures in the high 80's - low 90's, which has meant; extra time floating the Deschutes River, outdoor grilling, sun tan lines, and so much more!

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We love design, we love design blogs and we love design blogs about furniture! So when we recently discovered a list of the top 25 design blogs, we just knew we had to spread the word! Read More

We get a lot of questions from customers on installation of our Murphy beds. We'd like to spend a little bit explaining the answers.

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We understand the difficulty of styling a small space (remember we sell Murphy beds). So whenever we find interesting sites, we always are inclined to share. Recently we came across this blog, Loving. Living. Small, they have fantastic ideas! Read More

What have you gotten dear old mom? Nothing? Well, you're in luck, it just so happens Old Creek is having their annual Mother's Day Murphy bed Sale! Yep, it's true. All Murphy beds have been discounted $200. So what are you waiting for? Mother's Day is in 5 Days.

It's okay if her bed doesn't get to her in time for Sunday's big day. At least you can put an image inside the card of the bed you ordered for her. Or better yet, let her pick out her own bed. Tell her to go wild and design the room of her choice. That will make Mom smile, for sure.

Are you someone who appreciates reading a good blog or are you someone who writes a pretty good blog? Well tell us about it! We'd love to feature your blog or your favorite blog on our company blog! Read More

Feeling a little hard pressed for ideas on how to decorate your space, fear not! I stumbled upon this article this morning in the Seattle Times and thought some of my Murphy bed friends may enjoy this quick read. Read More

Don't you just love our new design? We poured a lot of energy into creating our newest Murphy bed and we sure hope you like it. The Farmhouse Murphy bed has been in the making for over 3 months. We went through endless revision with our designers and engineer before we got it just perfect.

Our Farmhouse Murphy bed is currently on pre-sale until March 31st (when it officially debuts). What is a pre-sale you ask..... a pre-sale essentially means that we are offering customers who purchase early, an extra special discount! Customers who buy during the pre-sale will save $300 off the full retail price.

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the Farmhouse, the pre-sale or anything else you may happen to think of!

Horizontal Murphy beds are great for people looking to add a Murphy bed but ceiling height or room space is a problem. With most horizontal Murphy beds the projection is typically the same as the width on a queen sized mattress, approximately 64", whereas a vertical Murphy bed has a projection of about 84". This is can make all the difference when you're working with tight or narrow spaces. Read More

We've done it again! Our vertical Elsa Murphy bed has been one of our most popular collections for years, now we've added a horizontal version!

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Well we're back to blogging! Our website was having some technical issues which were preventing us from blogging, but our website team has resolved the problems and we're very excited! Read More

This morning we sent an email to all of our newsletter subscribers, didn't get the email? No big deal, just keep reading. Read More

Well its that time again, your taxes are due April 15th. If you're not an early bird like myself, you may be waiting till the very last minute to file, and hey I don't blame you, I just really enjoy getting my refund as soon as possible. This year I decided to spend some of my refund sprucing up the home. There is such a satisfaction after completing a home project, whether it be spring cleaning or reorganizing the laundry room, it just brings me such joy.

With this is in mind, Old Creek wants to help you spruce up your home by offering a April Tax Sale. Perhaps your looking to combine your home office and guest room, add a Murphy bed and voila perfection!

Old Creek's sale end April 22nd! Contact our sales and customer service department today to order your wall bed today.

Well this burst of sunshine has renewed my spirits and I am excited for summer to officially begin. In Oregon(as I'm sure this is true with many other states as well), we love our local farmer's markets. I can remember when I was younger getting up at 7am every Saturday morning to head off to the Beaverton Farmer's Market with the entire family. As I have previously stated, I come from a foodie family, we love our meals and even m ore than that we love talking about food. My mother had a few favorite vendors, the Artichoke lady, the German Sausage lady, the salsa family, etc. Each weekend we would hit up these vendors first picking the best locally grown produce possible.

I encourage you to seek out your local farmer's markets this Spring and Summer, learn how to pick your produce from the local farmer. Sure sometimes it may be a bit more spendy, but its the overall experience.

Here are a few of my local favorites:

• Beaverton Farmer's Market Opening May 8th
• Corvallis Farmer's Market Opening April 17th
• Portland Farmer's Market Open Now

I'm a bit of foodie, that's probably putting it mildly. I grew up in the type of family that lives and breathes the Food Network, I had to take up running just so I could continue eating like I do and not gain any weight. Read More

"St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on March 17, his religious feast day and the anniversary of his death in the fifth century. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over a thousand years. On St. Patrick's Day, which falls during the Christian season of Lent, Irish families would traditionally attend church in the morning and celebrate in the afternoon. Lenten prohibitions against the consumption of meat were waived and people would dance, drink and feast—on the traditional meal of Irish bacon and cabbage.

The First Parade

The first St. Patrick's Day parade took place not in Ireland but in the United States. Irish soldiers serving in the English military marched through New York City on March 17, 1762. Along with their music, the parade helped the soldiers reconnect with their Irish roots, as well as fellow Irishmen serving in the English army.

Over the next 35 years, Irish patriotism among American immigrants flourished, prompting the rise of so-called "Irish Aid" societies like the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick and the Hibernian Society. Each group would hold annual parades featuring bagpipes (which actually first became popular in the Scottish and British armies) and drums.

In 1848, several New York Irish Aid societies decided to unite their parades to form one New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade. Today, that parade is the world's oldest civilian parade and the largest in the United States, with over 150,000 participants.

Each year, nearly three million people line the 1.5-mile parade route to watch the procession, which takes more than five hours. Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia and Savannah also celebrate the day with parades involving between 10,000 and 20,000 participants."

To read more about the history of St. Patrick's Day, visit History.com

Source: History.com

One of our favorite sites is of course, Design Sponge, if you don''t know about Design Sponge, check them out ASAP! Its an adorable, informative, niche site about design. We highly recommend checking our their site at least once a week.

Recently Design Sponge wrote a piece about Murphy beds, both new and old. And yours truly landed a spot on the article, well at least our famed Elsa Drop Table Murphy bed did. The article is brief history and overview of Murphy beds, our personal favorite is the Piano Murphy bed, simply amazing.

Tho read the entire article click on the following link: Past and Present Murphy beds.

We understand that sometimes all you need is a simple Murphy bed, without all the bells and whistles to satisfy your spare room needs, this is exactly why we''re offering (for a limited time) the Mix Core Murphy bed.

The Mix Core bed is constructed using a combination of solid wood, plywood, MDF and particle board. This is a sturdy, built to endure Murphy bed. We're also using our premier piston mechanism to ensure that you''ll have a great bed that will last for decades to come.

The Mix Core beds have already been constructed, this means that you'll get a bed in about 3 weeks. Simply select the finish you'd like and we'll get it out to you in 3 weeks. We're not sure if it gets any easier!

Did we mention they're limited availability? We only have 5 beds available. So hurry and place you order before they're gone.

Please feel free to contact our customer service department if you have any questions or would like to place an order.

Interested in joining the Old Creek team? We currently have an opening available for a sales and customer service rep. We looking for someone with great potential, not to mention we need someone who will be part of our team fit puzzle. We have a sense of humor here (i.e. the picture of a lego cube farm), we try not to take ourselves too seriously, it causes premature facial wrinkles, or so we''re told. Read More

Happy Birthday Old Creek! We don't think you look a day over 29...wink...wink. We were founded on February 14th and are very excited to celebrate our birthday this year with a sale for you!

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, are you prepared? Here's a photo to help you get inspired.

We try to make our customers space needs a reality. For one of our customers this meant by adding a Murphy bed and two custom side towers. She was very diligent and had done her homework. Knowing exactly what she wanted, our customer sent us exact dimensions of her space, plus a "photo-shopped" image of the bed and two towers. Here are her images of the room before and after the addition of the Mission Murphy bed and 2 custom side towers. Read More

To celebrate the new year, we''re offering huge savings in January 2010. Save up to $680 on Murphy beds until the 29th.

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Happy New Year 2010. It is weird to say out loud, but as was 2000, we''ll all get used to eventually. Welcome to the first Monday of the New Year, it''s time to get moving on those resolutions you made for this year. Here are a few tips to keep you focused on what it is that you want to accomplish this year.

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We feel like out of nowhere it became extremely cold, emphasis on the extremely part. Oregon temperatures this week have dropped into the single digits. For those of you who know, us folks in Oregon, well we''re not used to this type of cold. The average temperatures for Oregon this time of year are in the low to mid- 30''s, it was 8 degrees this morning.

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Whether its the homemade smell of pumpkin pie or Turkey with all the trimmings, there is just something about Thanksgiving that warms our hearts. Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and food! One of our favorites food site, Epicurious.com has compiled a list of their 21 best Thanksgiving recipes and we thought you might be interested! Read More

Well fall is officially here! Halloween is October 31st and its time to start preparing for those neighborhood treat-or-treaters! Country Living has some great suggestions on how to spruce up your front porch. Read More

The leaves are beginning to change colors, the mornings are a bit colder and the sweet smell pumpkin spice lattes is in the air, its official Fall is here! As a true Oregonian, this is my favorite season; I get so excited for the pumpkin patch and home-made hot apple cider. Another great part of the holidays is all of the parties, dinners and family members coming to town! However this can pose a bit of a problem if you’re not prepared, but have no fear a Murphy bed can solve all your company woes.
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We understand its hard to make a decision, especially with so many choices. So with this in mind we''d like to give you a little extra time to make up your mind on what Murphy bed you want! Read More

As many of you know Old Creek made the switch in early 2009 to solid-plywood and we thought our showroom products should reflect these changes. After a few hectic weeks of remodeling Old Creek is ready to give you a quick peak at our showroom remodel. Its not finished just yet, but it is definitely coming along. Read More

Well now is the time to buy. Introducing Old Creek''s first ever Comb sale. Right off the bat, you''ll save $200 of any Murphy bed, then to top it all off we''ll throw in a Free mattress! All you have to do is add any mattress to your cart and you''ll receive a credit of $349 to put towards your mattress. Read More

As part of Old Creek''s continued commitment to be a green company, Old Creek has created a very comprehensive employee recycling center. Our employees are pretty "hard-core" when it comes to recycling, it may also be that we''re all Oregonians and we simply feel guilty throwing anything away. Read More

It here! Hot weather, and with this comes the dangers of the sun! Our staff here at Old Creek is a pretty outdoorsy group, and we understand the damage the sun can do to our skin. That’s why we put together list of our favorites sun screen and we included a list from the August 2009 issue of Runner’s World that outlines their favorites. Read More

As many of you know, our consumer catalog has been on back-order. We know many of you have been waiting for your catalog for sometime now, and we sincerely apologize for the delay. Read More

Looking for ways to have fun this summer but still keep your budget in check? Here’s a thought…. Staycations! Not familiar with a staycation? It’s a pretty ingenious idea, instead of flying, driving or paying an excessive amount of money to get away for a few days, plan something local and get to know your city. Read More

The service you have provided me could not have been better. Your crew showed up and was very fast and professional. The new bed is great and they took away everything from the old one. You have demonstrated the best customer service I have ever experienced and I will make sure my friends and clients know about you if they ever have wall bed needs! Read More

We always appreciate when our customers take the time to give us feedback. Recently one of our customers wrote to us about their Murphy bed delivery experience, here''s what they had to say: Read More

It is important to make your Murphy bed as comfortable as you can; it’s a piece of furniture you will have for many years to come. A Murphy bed is a great choice for a bed, whether its intended use is by a guest or by you every night. Below are some key points to keep in mind when looking for your perfect wall bed. Read More

Summer is the best time to think about sprucing up your home both inside and out. We’d like to help you get started with a few simple tips to remember when you’re busily cleaning. Read More

We couldn''t let our Horizontal Mission bed have all the fun, so we''ve developed some concept images for our Horizontal Revera as well! Whether you''re Murphy bed will be in a space with low ceilings, such as a basement or attic, or you simply like the horizontal axis better, hopefully these images will inspire your space! Read More

Keep your eyes out for our upcoming blog series of employee spotlights! As your Old Creek liaison I''ve interviewed each member of our staff to give you a better idea of who we are--both in and out of the office! The first post is coming soon, featuring owner/manager/general boss-man Shaheen Ghiassy. Happy Reading! Read More

With our recent announcement of our company "going green" and moving to 100% wood solids in the construction of our Murphy beds and other furniture pieces, it has raised the question of how exactly does this benefit you the customer. For us, there are a multitude of reasons why going green is not only a practical solution for our environment, but a healthier option for you. Read More

We''ve recently developed two new concept pictures showing off our Horizontal Mission style Murphy bed. Read More

While flipping through next month''s edition of "Extreme How-To," you might recognize some familiar Murphy bed faces....ours, that is! Old Creek Wall Bed Factory will be featured in an article of the March issue of the DIY magazine "Extreme-How-To." The article features our Mission wall bed in a start to finish installation, showing readers exactly how simple it is to assemble and install.

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As you may have all noticed by now, we have upgraded all of our product lines to 100% solid wood construction! Not only does this bring you a stronger and more beautiful product, but a more eco-friendly one as well. With these upgrades, you may have also noticed that our product prices have gone up as well. Read More

Have you heard the latest Old Creek news? We are now a green company! We''ve made the switch over to 100% solid wood, giving you a product that is not only more durable, but Eco-friendly as well! We''ve always been an Eco-conscious company (learn more about our green initiative here) and now we are passing along the green to our customers. From now on, our beds will be crafted only from 100% wood solids harvested from FSC certified forests and have been awarded LEED credits. Learn more about the savings this change will bring to you, and go green!

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As a small company from Oregon, we are big fans of the Pacific Northwest. We know that not all of our readers are so lucky to come from the North West, so we’ve decided to share some of our favorite local Oregon companies, some of which have online options! Next time you’re in the area, be sure to stop by one of these spots—you’ll feel like a local in no time! Read More

Here at Old Creek we are all excited about the unveiling of one of our most anticipated products--the Abbott Library Murphy bed! With ample shelf space, a sleek roller track system and all the functionality of our Murphy bed design, the possibilities are endless! Read More

Don''t forget to take advantage of the great deals that we have going on this month-there are only 10 more days left! Check out our sale page to learn more about saving on orders over $2500. Be sure to also take a look at the newest edition to our product line, the long-awaited Noir bed! This bed is LEED certified, is created with eco-friendly FSC certified woods and has been developed to be urea free and formaldehyde free--a completely green product! It''s available for pre-sale now through February 14th when it will officially debut on our site. Order now and save $300 before it''s debut! Read More

Do you ever wonder what possibilities every day items posses that you don’t know about? We’ve compiled a list of our ten favorite tips to help you around your home using objects you probably already have! Read More

Recently we were featured in Greg Adamson’s newsletter on the benefits of adding a Murphy Bed to your home and getting dual-use out of your room. This is a great idea and we thank him for his recommendation. Below you will find an excerpt of his newsletter: Read More

We love receiving positive customer comments. Its something we really strive for and its rewarding to see that it gets noticed. In case you haven’t read our commitment to customer service make sure to read this post. Read More

Welcome to the new Old Creek Wallbed Factory website. We''ve been hard at work for months transferring our systems over while ensuring that all our customers still receive the top notch customer service we''re known for. While our site may be brand new, our production methods are still the same giving you the highest quality Murphy bed that we''ve become known for. Read More

With prices on the rise and global concerns worsening daily, it is easy to feel bogged down with the pressure to make drastic changes to save the environment. But let’s face it, not everyone has the time to combat pollution, to save the rainforest, or to protest rising gas costs. So what can you do? We’ve put together five simple ways that you can make your home more energy efficient. Not only will you be helping save our resources, but you’ll be helping yourself save money on electricity bills, not to mention the good feeling you’ll gain knowing that you’ve done your part. Read More

Home organization can seem a daunting task, especially in our increasingly fast paced world. There never seems to be enough time to really buckle down and get the job done all at once, so we’ve put together a list of quick tasks that can be done every day. Before you know it, everything in your home will be put in its place. Read More

With temperatures rising outside it can be hard to enjoy the activities that summer months offer, especially when that heat travels indoors. The natural response to high temperatures is to install an air conditioning system in your home, but this can prove to be a costly venture both to your pocket book and the environment. To help you avoid these costs we’ve selected five tips to keep your home cool in the summer without air conditioning. Read More

When you purchase your folding bed, you are making an investment in your home and it is important to know that it will last as long as you need it to. Unfortunately, things can break or wear down, and a folding bed is no exception. Because of this, knowing the warranties regarding your folding bed can be very helpful in the event that it should become defective. Read More

It is the hope of every customer that the product they order will be the perfect fit for their home. Because this is not always the case, it is especially important to study the return policies of any company you plan to make a purchase from, especially in the case of purchasing an investment such as a hide-a-bed. Read More

Summer is the season to be outdoors, and it can be easy to get caught up in the recreational and relaxing activities that it brings. While many look forward to this time to relax, it is important to remember that your home never rests, and summer can be the perfect time to do maintenance projects around the house. Get the whole family involved in these projects, and they just may become an annual event that everyone looks forward to. Read More

When preparing for the delivery of your wall bed there are several factors to be prepared for. It is important that you are aware of what will be expected on your behalf during the delivery of your Murphy Bed, as well as to know what to expect of the delivery company. Read More

The location of the company you plan to purchase a wall bed from can be a very influential part of the decision making process. While your decision should be chiefly based upon the wall beds and how they fulfill your personal needs and wants, there can be influential factors regarding a company’s location. Whether you are worried about shipping costs, taxation or the possibility of visiting a showroom, it is important to look into company’s that are both near and far from you to ensure that all of your needs are met. Read More

One of the main indicators of quality in any company is the way that they treat their customers. When shopping for the right company to purchase your wall bed from it is important to recognize good and bad customer service. Buying a wall bed should be more than a purchase, but an investment in a piece of your home and the company you choose to work with should reflect positive values Read More

During your search for the perfect wall bed, you’ll run into many industry related terms that may throw you for a loop. One of the terms you’ll run into over and over again is ‘veneer’. What is a veneer and how does it play into your purchasing decision. Read More

I would like to thank everyone involved in the “Mayes” Wall Bed order. The order was placed several months ago from my California home and the delivery scheduled April 1 at an Arizona residence. The bed arrived in perfect shape, exactly as it had been shipped, on the scheduled date. In my experience this is a remarkable feat. Read More

In today’s wall bed market there are a number of wood materials wall beds are constructed out of. Four of the main materials used in constructing a wall bed are Particle Board, MDF Board, Ply Wood, and Solid Wood. Each material has unique qualities that lend themselves to the operation and structure of your wall bed. Each material type is outlined below to give you a better understanding of why it is used, what it is best used for, and what to look for when choosing your perfect wall bed. Read More

When you have decided on which type of mounting is the best option for your home, the next factor to consider is the spatial alignment of your wall bed. While looking at all of your options, it is important to evaluate not only the floor space that you have available for the wall bed to operate in, but the wall and ceiling space as well. There are two wall bed configurations to consider and each one lends itself to different space arrangements. Read More

Once you have decided on what type of mechanism you would like your Murphy bed to utilize (read Deciphering the Mechanism Market below to learn more), the next step is to consider the way in which the bed will be mounted in your home. There are two ways to install a Murphy bed. Read More

When you decide to add a Murphy Bed into your home, determining exactly what you want and where to find it can seem a daunting task. It is important to consider each aspect of a Murphy Bed individually, to ensure that the product you purchase is exactly what you are looking for. Read More

A Murphy Bed, also known as a wall bed, folding bed, or hide-a-bed is a functional furniture piece that can transform any room into a bedroom instantly. How? In its most basic form, a Murphy Bed is a bed that is stored vertically against a wall, but can be lowered quickly and easily into a fully functional bed when needed. The bed is contained within a cabinet when not engaged, providing a unique centerpiece to your room. These beds are able to utilize vertical space to store a bed without consuming valuable floor space. Therefore, they are the perfect addition to any room that you would like to double as a guest bedroom or for smaller bedrooms that have limited floor space. Read More

We are excited to announce the debut of our newest Murphy bed, the Hudson. The handcrafted Hudson Murphy wall bed is the epitome of style and our most quality wall bed to date. Read More

Our commitment to the best customer service coupled with quality products sure is paying off. We just received pictures from Greg Adamsom who was kind enough to write us a letter, take some pictures of his order and send them in. So we wanted to take the time to share them with you. Read More

SEO (Search Engine Optimization) as many already know, is an important element to any online presence. At Old Creek, we employ “white-hat” (a.k.a well-intentioned method) SEO strategies to help search engines understand what it is that we do and help customers find us. Read More

At Old Creek Wall Bed Factory we build our items to order. Because this is not a perishable item, many people neglect to realize the natural aging factor of wood. Our Murphy Beds are made of genuine wood products. As with many genuine wood products, items will change color as they age. Due to this aging, it is important that your entire order is produced close to the same time. This way, when you set your entire piece will age gracefully together. Read More

Old Creek Wall Bed Factory fabricates Murphy beds with built-in box springs. Our bed cabinets have an internal framing that allows us to create a solid wood frame to support the mattress. There is no need for a box spring mattress. This also means that you do not have to worry about sag in your mattress or having an uncomfortable bar pressing into your back. Our technology allows you to use most any mattress that is up to 10” thick in your Murphy bed. That means you do not have to pay extra for a specialized mattress! You can feel assured that your guests, or yourself, will be sleeping in comfort. Read More

We recently received our first comment from a customer about our performance and we were delighted to see that it was a positive one. Here’s a small snippet of the comment/review: “I would highly recommend this company to anyone. They are friendly, professional and their customer service is the best. They are great!” Read More

Murphy Beds, the bedding idea of 1900 was invented by American William Lawrence Murphy (1876–1959) from San Francisco. The original space-saving Murphy Bed would fold into a wall closet. Murphy patented his “In-A-Dor” bed in 1908 and in 1918, he introduced the pivot bed that pivoted on a doorjamb of a dressing closet, and then lowered into a sleeping position - some of which are still in use today.Since the original wall bed in 1900, Murphy Beds have undergone quite a bit of renovation. Today, you can purchase a Murphy Bed equipped with technically advanced air pistons, which are far superior to the old spring mechanism (Learn more about air pistons in our Buyers Guide). Murphy Beds today also function as an integral part of your home’s furnishings, being offered in beautiful woods, finishes and styles. No longer do you need to hide them away in your closets, losing additional storage space.