Any time you tan, your goal will be to get a beautiful, even skin tone. That's why it's important to know how to properly lay in a tanning bed to get the best results. It's not enough to simply roll over in the middle of the tanning session. To lay properly, begin the tanning session on your back.

Weight capacity for a Murphy or wall bed varies according to the size, style and manufacturer. An example is the Supreme Model manufactured by International Murphy Beds, which supports 1,700 pounds. The load capacity for the same company's Elite Model is up to 2,000 pounds.

Several health benefit claims such as improved appearance, enhanced mood, and increased vitamin D levels have been attributed to tanning.