This brand new Murphy Bed is constructed using durable and beautiful clear lacquered birch plywood (White melamine and unfinished oak surfaces on plywood core also available at the same price - the oak can be stained any colour for 150 extra) This plus the time-tested European hardware mechanism and experienced craftsmanship guarantee many many years of convenient and trouble free service. If you need more space, a Murphy Bed is the most effective and most economical solution. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions you have at any time. There is never any pressure!