Box Springs?
How important are they? We had a 9" tall box spring that came as part of a set. They made the bed too tall to get into, so I removed the wood frame from the box springs. That corrected to a better height, no longer trying to climb into bed. Now the pillow top mattress 13"-14" is lacking in support, kinda mushy, yet not uncomfortable. What do we need to look for in a new box spring? Is there a difference in quality and support? The set is about 10 years old & is is a queen size bed.
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Yes. Removing the wood frame off the box spring compromised the support it provides to the mattress. What I did for my bed and granddaughters bed is replace the box spring with a sheet of 3/4" plywood. Lowered the height but still provided full support to the mattress. If you need extra height you can make a platform out of 2X4's and plywood to fit the bed frame.
A solid foundation is all that's needed - a solid piece of wood or slats. Here's a link with an explanation:
https://sleepingorganic.com/need-box-spring-mattress-alternatives/
Hello. I understand your situation with the bed height being too tall it is been a problem in my residence as well. I was using bed risers to-obtain much needed under bed storage.
I did recently upgrade to a new steel bed frame with a 14 inch height so that I was able to obtain under bed storage. I did away with the boxspring and bought a new queen mattress suitable for this frame.
You may want to try to substitute a backer board -something like plywood sheet to give your mattress some support. That’s th system we has in our dormitories years ago.I hope you find the perfect situation to remedy your problem.
According to my doctor, a good foundation is more important than the mattress. Try a low profile one or build a solid surface from plywood for a support system.
Hello Redcatcec,
Comfort when you lay on it!
You can buy box springs that are only a couple of inches tall. Or you can get slats for your bed. You’ll want to do one so your mattress is supported and doesn’t sink. Or could you lower your bed frame?
They sell low profile box springs now to accommodate for the higher mattresses. I believe the lowest is 4-5 inches. Makes a huge difference.
What you want is a "low profile" box spring that is only about 4 inches high, or you can use plywood under the mattress.
You can make a plywood support for the mattress. Use slats across the width of the bed, than add plywood or OSB to support the mattress. You can always raise the level of the mattress by adding more wood between slats and plywood. Example would be a 2x4 frame flat to get 1.5" or on edge to get 3.5". A 2x6 frame can get you up 5.5".
Another option is get get a small stool or platform to make it easier to get into bed. Gravity will get you out. I built a small platform to help my wife get into bed after back surgery.
Many new mattresses dont need a box spring. A frame with the correct height for you will work just fine
Hello Redcatcec, you can use a solid base to give your mattress firmness and help support it, new mattresses are not so reliant on box springs nowadays, Comfort matters most, I removed the box spring from our mattress set when we go a new platform bed, it is holding up well and is easier to get into be , no step stool required.
We use platform beds and don't use boxsprings at all!
I have a 4 inch box spring. It is necessary for mattress support. Or try a platform bed frame no box spring. Ikea has them so does amazon or Wayfair
If box springs are needed somewhat depends on your mattress frame. I bought one that doesn't need a box spring. This is due in part to the construction. For more info and to see pics go to amazon and type mattress frames into the search engine.
The frame I have gives me 14 inches of clearance under it for storage.
you need a support of some kind to keep your mattress supported - use plywood or wooden slats on the frame of the bed
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/317081629997311237/
Hello Redcatcec,
You don't have to buy a Box Spring Base at all. You can buy a slatted Wooden Bed Base, or Divan Base, or make your own with Old Pallets. Good luck
Do a search for foldable metal platform bed frame. I got mine from Amazon, but Walmart also has them. No need for a box spring.
Box springs have not been changed or improved basically since invented. To me they are completely worthless and so cheaply made. No more box springs for me, platform beds actually provide better support for the mattress than a box spring on the standard bed frame. You can still attach a headboard if you prefer.
You don't have to have a box spring, but you will need support. There are several box spring alternatives that will provide a better foundation for your mattress to rest on. Alternatives like platform beds, wood foundations, and adjustable beds are longer-lasting than boxsprings
My bed doesn't allow for box springs either. My husband had a great idea. We bought enough 3/4 inch particle board to cover ehere the slats go. Big difference!
Hi Lori,
Thanks for your tip on how to remedy this problem, your husband had a great solution for you and it worked.