Does this box come with a flat piece of wood to cover the slats? If not, how does it support the mattress and not fall through the holes between?
182505
One reason for NOT having a single solid piece of wood across the top of the foundation is to allow for air circulation from below. The foundation and mattress both have cloth covers which helps keep the foam from sinking between the slats. The fabric is designed to allow some air circulation to prevent the buildup of humidity and possible growth of mold/mildew.
182506
You build this out of a bundle of wood parts. Wood frame with one long board down the middle and a set of slats attached to the frame - together these form the top. Then there is a cover over the whole thing. I do carpentry - was not impressed with the pieces - sent it back for a refund. To their credit, they refunded it quickly and without argument. But I recommend a real box spring that you don't need to assemble. We found one online that was a bit more but well worth the difference.
1851194
We used 1" x 4" wood to create more slats to support the mattress. It only comes with three slats. We also covered the slats with felt or flannel to give it a clean appearance and to protect the mattress from wood splinters.
815631
There is a slatted base. The only reason you would need a box spring is if your mattress is really thin, just to keep it from being so low to the ground aesthetically, but not for functionality.
59797
No the wooden slats that come from the bed are sufficient enough. In fact if u use a box spring then the mattress will be too high.
461979
No, it comes with slats that you nail on. I don't know the exact number, but they hold the mattress well.
970937
You need something because the mattress will sink between the slats. A box spring will set the mattress way to high for the bed design though. I just flattened the box after I unpacked the bed pieces, and laid it over the slats. Worked perfect!
1784861
It all depends of where the bed needs support. If the spring box and mattress warp in the center you could probably place a piece 12" x 12" of 3/4 thickness plywood in the center underneath the spring box, but make sure a board of the spring box rests on it. If the mattress does not warp in the center and your spring box is firm, but your slats are weak you would have to place a support in the center of each one. hope this helps.
101051
The support slats come with it. You do not need nor would you want a box spring as it would make it so high as to cover the headboard. We picked up a mattress at Costco and it is perfect.
101049
As far as I know it has support slats, the description says it comes with slats so that you don't need a box spring but you can use one if you want the added height.
2118510
you don't need any slats. It is designed for a memory foam mattress to lay right over the top. It eliminates the box spring, I should have put this thing in years ago!
461978
It comes with slats that are all connected and spread out under the mattress. They are about half a inch apart. It has held up extreamly well, and my son is ruff on it.
1877169
It is a very narrow frame with very close slats and covered with cloth. It works great, came in one large piece for the queen sized bed and supports the all memory foam mattress. It does not creek or make noise. I used to have 2 pieces of plywood for support since I could not find this narrow bunky board. No problems and is perfect for foundation support.
1737466
This product comes with a dozen or so 1 inch square pipe struts and center support. So technically the mattress would not fall through and you could just use a mattress. I personally have a box spring that also gives the bed elevation and by using the box spring, my bed looks like the pictures. So without a box spring, your bed may not look like the pictures. I will say that the product is quite sturdy and makes minimal noise (i.e. creaking); however, due to size/weight, it may come with a few scratch marks (typically in places not noticeable) from shipping. So overall, for the price, I find this a good purchase. I too wished that there was a little more in the product description, but oh well.
1179997
No. It comes with all parts needed and is easy to assemble. I bought two queens over two months ago and LOVE them! Very sturdy with no slats needed.
113669
Greg, this box does not require a box spring. I have a 14 inch pillowtop (12 inhes of mattress and 2 inches of pillowtop). It works great. HOWEVER, I did go to Lowe's and redid the middle support beam. The one that comes with it is very flimsy and snapped on me when I moved the bed to clean underneath within the first week I had it. I just bought a few 2X4's and some screws. I had them cut the 2X4's to the measurements that I needed and its very sturdy now. Instead of one middle beam, I did two 2X4's about a feet in from each side of the bed and added some additional legs. With the 2X4's and screws that I bought, it was only about $18. I highly recommend it though. Greg, this box does not require a box spring. I have a 14 inch pillowtop (12 inhes of mattress and 2 inches of pillowtop). It works great. HOWEVER, I did go to Lowe's and redid the middle support beam. The one that comes with it is very flimsy and snapped on me when I moved the bed to clean underneath within the first week I had it. I just bought a few 2X4's and some screws. I had them cut the 2X4's to the measurements that I needed and its very sturdy now. Instead of one middle beam, I did two 2X4's about a feet in from each side of the bed and added some additional legs. With the 2X4's... » Read More Greg, this box does not require a box spring. I have a 14 inch pillowtop (12 inhes of mattress and 2 inches of pillowtop). It works great. HOWEVER, I did go to Lowe's and redid the middle support beam. The one that comes with it is very flimsy and snapped on me when I moved the bed to clean underneath within the first week I had it. I just bought a few 2X4's and some screws. I had them cut the 2X4's to the measurements that I needed and its very sturdy now. Instead of one middle beam, I did two 2X4's about a feet in from each side of the bed and added some additional legs. With the 2X4's and screws that I bought, it was only about $18. I highly recommend it though. « Show Less
647284
This mattress only require a flat and secure foundation. This includes a traditional box spring, a slatted bed frame, or even the floor-just as long as the resting area is flat and secure.
101053
You do not need a separate box spring. Support slats are included. I have had an issue with the mounting system for the support slats in that some parts were not shipped and double the amount of a similar part was included. They are shipping the replacement parts ... hopefully they will arrive today! ... I am figuring that if the support system is too weak (I am a big guy) I will go get a slat support system from IKEA and I will still be money ahead on other comparable beds. The frame itself is very sturdy. The slats may be the weakest part of the system ... but I will know better after I have been able to sleep in the bed. *** UPDATE *** The parts arrived yesterday. I installed the slats. The bed (I have the full-size version) is sturdy and solid, with just enough "give" to make for a comfortable night's sleep! It was great being back in my own, "new" bed! I have a big frame and I felt very secure and well-supported by the frame and slats.