Is this foundation compatable with a foam mattress? We just purchased a foam, and the supports on our current foundation are spread too far apart, such that the mattress sinks between them.
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I bought memory foam mattress as well. It has worked well so far with this foundation.
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I bought this foundation and am so happy with it. So easy. I also have a foam mattress that is 8 inches and have had no issues with it being supported.
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Yes, this will work well with a foam mattress, I bought this in combination with a Sleep Innovations 12 inch memory foam mattress and there is no support issue, the supports are not slats, but more of a grid pattern that leaves no room for sagging.
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I can work with a foam mattress without a box spring. That is how I used it, however you have to be careful. Use it on a rug, otherwise it will move around and the supports will give way. Leading to the bed breaking.
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I disagree with the previous comment. I've been using this mattress on a wood floor, and it must be aired and dried out constantly or else water will condense on the entire underside of the foam and cause mold. I've been looking for a good slatted base to put it on so that it will breathe.
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My review is for the original foundation. It has a wire network of support. The new Elite has replaced the wires with wide metal slats and increased the weight capacity. Either is fine. I use a bed skirt with mine and a regular mattress. I believe your all foam one would be fine with either as long as you use a bed skirt so the mattress is not touching the metal. If you want a completely flat surface you could place a 1/4 sheet of plywood on the foundation and then the mattress on that. I jope this info helps
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With a foam mattress, I had to add additional cross beams to provide adequate support. Box springs or additional cross beams will be necessary to support a mattress.
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Foam beds will work great on a platform bed frame, a slatted bed frame (as long as the slats are not more than 3-4 inches apart), or a foundation with a frame. A foundation is going to look exactly like a box spring, but it has no springs in it. The foundation will create the same type of surface as a platform bed. As long as you put the mattress on something that creates a very rigid and very firm support the mattress will do great.
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With foam beds you want to make sure you put it on a foundation. A foundation will look exactly like a box spring, but it will have no springs in it. A foundation will sit on your frame just like your current box spring does.
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The person that suggested this foundation to me for my memory foam mattress just sat the frame on the floor and used it that way. I am using a wood Bed frame with headboard.
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I did so with the memory foam mattress I purchased for my daughter's bed without problem. Mine is on a platform foundation. Realize that the box spring configuration is less firm. I have no idea about the long term effects of putting one on a box spring. My daughter loves hers.
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I bought a "Genesis Twin Size Foam/Cotton/Polyester Futon Mattress" for the frame. I don't know if it's still available through Amazon. It fits fine, overlapping the sides and top/bottom just a bit, as I want it. I've never tried to fold it back onto itself, and I think it's a bit thick for actually using it that way. But it also seems to me that you wouldn't want a thinner futon or else you might feel the frame through it when you use it in the normal way. That's all I know, since I have no experience beyond this frame and futon. You might also consider adding a foam pad over the futon - it's sooo comfy!!! Like floating on air. I bought a "Genesis Twin Size Foam/Cotton/Polyester Futon Mattress" for the frame. I don't know if it's still available through Amazon. It fits fine, overlapping the sides and top/bottom just a bit, as I want it. I've never tried to fold it back onto itself, and I think it's a bit thick for actually using it that way. But it also seems to me that you wouldn't want a thinner futon or else you might feel the frame through it when you use it in the normal way. That's all I know, since I have no experience beyond this frame and futon. You might also consider adding a foam pad over the... » Read More I bought a "Genesis Twin Size Foam/Cotton/Polyester Futon Mattress" for the frame. I don't know if it's still available through Amazon. It fits fine, overlapping the sides and top/bottom just a bit, as I want it. I've never tried to fold it back onto itself, and I think it's a bit thick for actually using it that way. But it also seems to me that you wouldn't want a thinner futon or else you might feel the frame through it when you use it in the normal way. That's all I know, since I have no experience beyond this frame and futon. You might also consider adding a foam pad over the futon - it's sooo comfy!!! Like floating on air. « Show Less
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You would need something like a box spring mattress or just put suitable strong boards or lumber cut to fit the frame. You would definitely sink on just a plain foam mattress!
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I do not know how placing this foam under your mattress will work for you. If your mattress is soft then it will still be soft if you place it on a piece of plywood. This foam will prevent a soft mattress from bottoming out on a hard surface. This foam is great for a mattress on it's own.
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No, I wouldn't use a foam mattress for this frame (unless you use 2) - something must be underneath the foam mattress.
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We have a queen size foundation and frame. This center support is adjustable for either. We actually used it to extend support on the end of the bed since the frame was short. The light mattress & foundation would tilt up when you sat on the end. This center support for our particular need was not used in the center. It is attached to the end cross frame by threaded rods and screwed to the wood end of the bed foundation. For that it worked fine!
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Yes. I have a memory foam mattress. I would reccomend screwing the support boards into place.
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I only purchased the regular size, but the slates were about three inches apart. That spacing is no problem with large foam mattresses....8" or more... AND the cover they supply makes the spacing irrelevant... if you needed an absolutely solid foundation, a very thin piece of plywood would work well.
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I'm using a regular, inexpensive twin mattress, so I can't be sure. But, for what it's worth, here's my advice. I would think, if your foam mattress is a good quality fairly dense, and at least 6" high, then it would be fine. You may also want to consider the weight of potential users. If you're planning on having young children use it occasionally, then you can get by with something of lesser quality. They seem to be able to sleep anywhere. If it's to be used by teens or adults, then they would appreciate better quality. So, I guess you just have to decide who's going to be using it and how long you'd like them to stay!