Could you use this mattress on a platform bed frame as an everyday mattress? And do you feel the folds when laying on it?
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Possibly. The mattress is pretty firm. I slept on the floor with it and did not sink to the floor. I weigh 220 lbs. The two folds are on opposite sides, so you can place the fold that your torso would lay on "face down". Overall i slept pretty well on it. It is not memory foam, but is a very dense foam for the money.
937116
I have never once been bothered by the folds. You really won't notice them. Once you get used to the firmness and decide you like it (if you do) going back to a mattress will be disappointing. You'll be surprised how nice firmness can be.
937117
The mattress is pretty comfortable and is made of foam but not memory foam. It could probably be used on any surface that is solid where it wouldn't slide off. The mattress works well on the floor and did not feel any discomfort from the folds as it feels solid all the way through. I really like it.
937118
One of the folds faces up and one down. The one that faces up can be felt some. I usually have it closer to my feet. You should be able to use it on a platform bed frame, however, I have not tried that myself. I only used it on the floor. Thanks.
937119
I think you can use this mattress everyday and that it would work well on a platform. I've actually thought about doing the same thing for our guest room, but would put it on a futon frame. I find it quite comfortable and sleep well on it. In terms of the fold, if you get a good quality mattress cover, I don't think it would be a problem. That would extend the life of the Shikibuton too, if you cover it. Hope this helps.
77269
eI current have the mattress on a platform but it is suitable for either. I do like the mattress, very comfortable.
1522694
I only use a mattress with this bed. I think using a box spring also would make it feel too high. I think it is made to use with just a mattress and no box spring.
2016384
It would work without one on a platform bed ... but really it is designed to be used with a box spring or some kind of foundation . I have had it for almost a year .... used my old box spring that was fine and I am quite satisfied ... you need to use a mattress cover ... would recommend a thick one ... I use one that is thick and springy ... it works great ... the mattress itself is quite thick ... feels very firm at first but overtime softens up ... it was a great buy !
1569043
You could... but this mattress doesn't need a box spring anyways. I bought a fold up bed frame that you put the mattress on. It only cost like $59.00 and takes a couple of minutes to set up, its light weight and sits up about a foot high so you can store things under the bed. It would look a lot nicer than sleeping directly on the floor. Stay cleaner too.
71911
This mattress is pretty firm and I don't think you'd get it rolled once it's unpacked. It's more like a traditional mattress. You could definitely fold it, but that would be it for storage. It IS high quality and I would definitely recommend it for comfort and durability and quality.
11747
Definitely. We originally placed the mattress on top of a platform but it was too low. This mattress works great with a box spring.
850193
This is a foam mattress. It consists of two layers of foam. Top 3 inch layer is nice firm latex foam. The bottom layer is fairly firm foam for support. The benefit and comfort (and price) comes from that nice top layer for firm latex. The two layers are glued together. Understanding that you realize: There are no springs to deform if the mattress is used in an adjustable bed frame. HOWEVER: There is a chance the layers will separate from the movements as you raise and lower parts of the bed frame. Also, that supporting bottom layer is designed to support that 3 inch top layer...it was not put there to be flexible. Basically, what I am saying is this: You can used this mattress in an adjustable frame..but you would be using it for something it was not designed to be used for. It will most likely void the warranty. Other issues: The nice bamboo fabric case it comes in may not hold up to such a frame. Also, they recommend this mattress be used on a platform "slat type" bed frame with support front to back and side to side...in other words a flat board would be the best platform to place this mattress on. I would not put this on an adjustable frame.
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I use a 10" mattress and it folds fine, comfortable too. But get some futon grip strips or something so the mattress don't slide around, the wood is very smooth. Also you may find it takes a little extra strength to fold a thicker mattress but I don't really have a problem with it.
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It's average for a platform bed. But the overall height will depend on the thickness of the mattress you use with it.
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just a follow-up to prior response: I researched this issue too before I bought, and the gist of it was NOT to do so. reasons: mattress breathability and no useful purpose served. thus, if you like a really high bed, ok. if not, don't. by the way, the mattress is pretty thick anyway, and my platform bed works just great w/o box.
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Not at all. I put my mattress in a bedbug cover and laid down a skirt for the frame, popped the bed right on top. I even got under the frame with my wife laying on the bed to check if a box spring could prove beneficial and it would probably make the bed sag if you were to use one. The support of the frame is phenomenal, and no box spring would be better. Not to mention you'd need to jump to get into bed with one, the platform is pretty high, and if you use a deep mattress your already pretty high off the ground.
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If you have a platform bed I would say no. We use it on my sons bed & it's a platform. It is still in great shape & I've slept on it with him & it's comfortable.
1573064
This is a regular mattress for a bed. It could possibly fit on a futon frame, but it would never have the bend of a mattress designed for a futon.
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!
1376377
We are using ours with a box spring and it is very comfortable. The mattress comes folded up in a box so it is very flexible...you will need either a bed frame with a solid bottom or a box spring to set the mattress on.
1626794
This mattress is not stiff at all. It's really squishy so I would think it will fit just fine. It's a little big on my frame as well but it fits in our couch nicely and I can fold it up without any problems. It's comfy too. Hope that helps.