Does this box spring help to make the bed firmer?
261143
Yes, somewhat. My foam mattress wasn't quite firm enough for us, and this fixed it.
261144
I could be way off here, but all I can go on is my own experience. The firmness seems to be a function much more of the mattress than of the box spring. My own experience was that the only difference I noticed was a decided change in stability that no doubt came from the fact that the old box spring was pretty run down. But I did not change the mattress and thus did not notice any great difference in the feel of the bed while I slept. I'd strongly suggest waiting for more responses, though, to see whether mine was representative.
2236308
Yes, just remember to put in the spacers so you can tuck in your blankets and sheets at the ends of the bed. I have bought two of these for my home and one for my granddaughter. Great for people who need extra storage. I feel no difference between my old box spring and this, and I have lots of storage under my beds now.
2226929
It's a stronger foundation/support for your bed. It won't allow your bed to curve inwards.
831841
you won't need the box spring but I did get a cut piece of plywood under the mattress to firm up the top and foot ends.I just love mine
15243
No, but it does add to the weight the bed frame under it must support. So get an extremely supportive, heavy duty steel one or a platform. And make sure that frame will support the weight of two large people and the mattress itself and all the bedding...plus a little. Read all the information on how much it will support.
214734
My frame did not come with a box spring. It doesn't have much support, just enough to hold the mattress. In short yes.
1439156
I have not tried it, but we have a thick mattress and it was plenty big, so my gut says yes, buy one for your box spring and one for your mattress.
498690
Depends on how much air you put in it. You determine the firmness as with any bow up mattress.
846070
It makes the bed softer but still maintains the firmness of the original mattress.Easier on the hips if you sleep on your side.
419471
Yes. My mattress was so firm it was making my hips sore because i sleep on my side. This made a huge difference in the softness. It's really a nice product.
1286906
I believe so.My daughter was just here this weekend using it and she stopped inflating it to test the firmness and then restarted it.You can make it firmer than the default as well.
1502541
I have metal frame bed and I did not get box spring. This mattress is quite thick and firm enough!
1589641
No, my bed did not maintain its firmness. It started to get soft in spots very early on. If you have real back problems you need to get a real mattress.
676749
Yes. I had slats that made my mattress sag and left marks. This is like a thin box spring and it has worked for me. Note that the dimensions were tight with my platform bed, but I love it.
92055
We do not use a box spring. My son has a trundle bed and neither mattress has one. My husband and I both have to take turns sleeping in there with my son right now and nobody has a complaint about the mattress. Very happy with purchase.
524360
No I don't think this foam topper will provide much additional support. It is too soft and would simple sink into that lower area of the bed. You likely need a firmer topper or just a new mattress.
1615133
It certainly softens a firm mattress. Some comments on here said it's like sleeping on a cloud but I don't really agree with that. It may feel like that initially but it settlers down a bit after awhile. Still feels wonderful & I can't imagine sleeping without it on the bed! I will always have it on the bed.