Press Release for 2013 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas
(April 26, 2013) Roy, Utah — The Murphy Door, the amazing bookshelf hide-a-door, is gaining national attention for its ability to make a “large room from a small space”.
Architectural Digest and USA Today have recently interviewed Jeremy Barker, CEO of Murphy Door. These publications showed particular interest in the growing trend to utilize limited space for multiple purposes. This need is especially prevalent among apartment renters and dorm residents. Architects, interior designers, homebuilders, remodelers and multi-unit housing managers are paying attention. The “do-it-yourself” homeowner market is also increasing the demand for space-saving products such as The Murphy Door.
“As the demand for small homes and more efficient living spaces increases, the Murphy Door is creating an attractive and practical solution for home owners,” according to Barker. “One of the most important benefits of this product is that it allows you to downsize your square footage without drastically minimizing your usable space.”
The Murphy Door looks and functions as an attractive bookcase capable of holding up to 300 lbs. Books stay on the shelf even when it’s opened, allowing users to access unsightly storage rooms, provide an added level of security for valuables in a safe, or to hide a passage to a secret room. The Murphy Door is also aesthetically appealing and makes it a novel addition to any home.
To meet the needs of various market segments, The Murphy Door is available in several sizes, flush or surface mount, 3 styles (Ranch Country, American Craftsman, & Modern Contemporary), 4 types of material (knotty Alder, maple & oak & melamine), 6 attractive finishes (natural, medium brown, dark brown, cherry, white or black) or as unfinished wood. Do-it-yourselfer’s can purchase the hardware only, which comes with a detailed cutting-list for the wood of their choice. And no need for DIY consumers to be intimidated by the prospects of building a Murphy Door. Anyone capable of constructing a simple bookshelf will have no difficulty following the simple instructions in the hardware kit. “I was nervous to install The Murphy Door when we first got it, but I was surprised at the easy install,” said Murphy Door customer, Lindsey P. “This is something I would recommend to anyone who is looking to change the look of a room with very little work.”
Consumers desiring a ready-to-install product and a more refined look will be happy to know that a growing number of furniture stores across America are offering an upgraded line of Murphy Doors. These come with many options, including glass doors, extra shelves, and plate racks.
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