You can position a box spring on a bed frame and store things underneath however depending on the floor surface this might not be a good option.
Can you use a box spring with a platform bed frame.
This is one of the best aspects of using a platform bed.
A box spring or a platform bed enhances the comfort and support of your mattress.
Memory foam mattresses are also able to be used on a platform bedframe.
Platform beds allow air circulation making this a good option if you have a memory foam mattress.
Finally a box spring foundation is a must if you re using a standard metal bed frame or any bed that provides only a rim around the perimeter to hold the mattress perhaps with a few cross pieces of wood.
Box springs do not allow air to circulate freely.
Due to its supportive design any mattress can be placed directly on a platform bedframe without the need for a box spring or foundation.
If you already have a box spring that you plan to use with a new platform bed you should measure it to be sure it will fit properly.
You do not need a box spring or a special mattress for a platform bed.
This provides adequate support while still allowing maximum airflow to your bedding.
I want to purchase a king size foundation platform then place the box springs on top of the foundation understanding that the foundation is supposed to be in place of box springs.
Box springs have a wooden frame evenly distributed springs on the inside and a cloth covering stretched over the whole thing.
The box spring sits on top of the bed frame and then the mattress sits on top of the box spring.
Both a platform bed and a box spring are bed bases but a platform bed doubles as a bed frame.
Hi i m trying to eliminate my squeaky metal frame that holds my new box springs and king mattress.
It works as a box spring and a bed frame simultaneously.
Your bed height may feel too tall if you combine a platform bed with a standard box spring.
The answer is no.
Our guide helps you choose the best bed base.
Once you have decided on the best mattress it s time to choose a complementing bed base.
Without a box spring the mattress won t have adequate support.