Lots of folks complain that the box spring collapses in the middle-- otherwise the reviews are pretty positive- any thoughts? I'm thinking of buying,
303433
So far, we haven't had any issues with the box spring collapsing - we're using the two twin box springs for a king mattress and it has worked well for us.
303434
No complaints we had family in for holidays and they all said bed was great. Would recommend this product for sure.
303435
Its a nice box spring, but honestly I went to my local mattress store and purchased a regular one cheaper than this one (and obviously didn't fold in the middle). Glad it worked for others that have purchased it, I would have loved for it to have worked for us, but unfortunately anytime my husband or I sat on it, it folded. Like I said in my review -- it may have been due to a not so great frame, but regardless, we had to return it. Luckily the return process was quick and easy -- so I appreciated that!
2142479
The bed in my opinion is perfect. you CAN NOT use it with a box spring otherwise you will be way way too high. the bed rail on the side to the top of the rail is about 18 to 24 inches. but the mattress sits down a few inches below that. it really is the perfect height. I am about 5 foot 11 inches and my gf is shorter and we both love it. the lights and everything are great. The ONLY prob we found but we realize it is because we have a small room. watch your knees on the end of the bed. if you have a room like in the picture your fine. but if you are at all cramped for space with the bed in there it will hurt . The bed in my opinion is perfect. you CAN NOT use it with a box spring otherwise you will be way way too high. the bed rail on the side to the top of the rail is about 18 to 24 inches. but the mattress sits down a few inches below that. it really is the perfect height. I am about 5 foot 11 inches and my gf is shorter and we both love it. the lights and everything are great. The ONLY prob we found but we realize it is because we have a small room. watch your knees on the end of the bed. if you have a room like in the picture your fine. but if you are at all cramped for space with the bed in... » Read More The bed in my opinion is perfect. you CAN NOT use it with a box spring otherwise you will be way way too high. the bed rail on the side to the top of the rail is about 18 to 24 inches. but the mattress sits down a few inches below that. it really is the perfect height. I am about 5 foot 11 inches and my gf is shorter and we both love it. the lights and everything are great. The ONLY prob we found but we realize it is because we have a small room. watch your knees on the end of the bed. if you have a room like in the picture your fine. but if you are at all cramped for space with the bed in there it will hurt . « Show Less
395204
The box spring came folded in half. It was easy (I did it myself) to open it flat. The zippered cover then encloses it and keeps it from folding back should you somehow turn it upside down and shake it!!
1603644
We have it on a traditional box spring. Seems to work okay. Now that we have had it for months I can say it is compressed down and even harder than when it was new. I would not buy this again except for a child or the company bedroom that is rarely slept on. I'm looking for a new mattress. It was not costly so I'm not too upset. I say to myself, you get what you pay for.
641532
A big dip DID develop in the middle, but I had the person who helped me assemble this over and we figured out what we did wrong. We only put the cover over the MATTRESS and it should go over the metal below, if that makes sense. We fixed it two months ago and it is staying put. Haven't noticed one side being firmer than the other--they are both the same. I can see where, over time, the side that you actually sit on as a couch getting worn out and less firm, but this hasn't happened yet.
598310
I like mine. It is on the floor. If you had it on a box spring, it might have less support. So put it on 3/4 in plywood.
859380
I can't speak to it's actual rating, but I wouldn't worry about pushing up heavy weight with this under you, it's solid. Just make sure it's assembled properly, mine had an issue with the spring pin for the seat incline seeming to be about 1/8 too short, meaning it could possibly pop out in use. I haven't had an actual problem, but watch the adjustment on it, it needs to be spot on.
2037595
It's pretty stiff and I'm sure it should be that way as you don't want it to collapse! There are metal pieces where the seat and 'legs' come together. You squeeze to bring those pieces together. Be tough about it but beware it can pinch you. Once you get it you'll understand but the first time is quizzical! It's a great investment! Enjoy!
875226
If it was for myself, I would buy one and try it out simply because it is cheap. I would set the main upright support to it"s lowest setting and be sure the two points of securing are checked and perfectly secured. Good luck.
770902
No I didn't get a box spring. I did purchase a frame and put a thick board on it to give the mattress support and it has been slept on by several people who say they love it. Be sure yu get the right size frame as the one I purchased was a little short and the mattress hangs over the end but with the board the same length as the mattress its ok.
2034627
No....there isn't enough space. If you did it anyway I feel it would spoil the look your trying to achieve. I thought I would miss my box spring but not the case !!!
345524
I don't think it wild be too bad. There are springs that kind of helps it. You have to pull it out then up in like a circular motion. It's really not that bad.
430524
it's very heavy, so it'd be fine, but overkill. i'd sugust another box spring because there are problems with design misalienments putting it together.
1056043
I think you may have put it together wrong. The spring does not go in the tube, it is on the outside. I ran into this same problem then realized that I had things a little backward. The instructions leave something to be desired, but if you study the picture on the box, it will be clear.
2275790
I had the same issue. Eventually the assembly fell apart and I ended up returning it. Sorry couldn't say anything positive here!
1260304
The stability is fine, but the pull-up bar is something to be desired. I've had to replace it once due to the weld breaking on both sides. I had a friend make me a new one out of a higher gauge steel to stabilize it. I only weigh 185.
176074
If memory serves, their larger beds have a large, elevated beam running down the middle, annyway. So, six_one, half dozen the other... W/a memory foam bed, I doubt you'd feel much of a bump in the middle. Another reason to never buy another box spring mattress.