does this have a support system (slats) for just the mattress? or is a box spring needed?
1060469
Yeah. They are a tad over 3 inches apart. They come all attached together by a strap so they are automatically spaced out evenly.
445682
There is no box spring required. We bought a memory foam mattress and no box spring, it works great for our daughter.
116759
It doesn't need a box spring! We placed ours on the wood slats for my son's bunk bed and it works great..
219937
Yes a box spring is needed. The foundation are slats which would be placed too far apart for just a mattress. Also the bed would be super low with no box spring
325141
You certainly need some type of support structure. If you have a platform bed, then you do not need a box spring. If you only have a frame, you need a support structure, the most common being a box spring. I mean you could use a piece of plywood provided there was enough support. Personally, I bought a box spring and a frame.
948713
Correct, no box spring required. We've had this bed for years now and have had 3 different mattresses on it with no problems at all (some made for bunk beds and some not). Great bed!!
607105
The slats replace the box spring. But a box spring and mattress will also work. It is a great bed for my son.
1763340
No, you do not need a box spring. I have my mattress on a plain plywood board and it works fine.
1725159
Yes, frame is included. No box spring is needed, the mattress sits right on top of the frame.
113671
This bed does NOT need a box spring. The slats are shaped in such a way that eliminates the need for one.
1959
It is a complete bed but you will need a box spring or some sort of mattress support. It only comes with three slats across the bottom.
1263799
It requires box springs. I highly recommend you buy thin box springs unless you are really tall. Between the box springs and the mattress, it sits high....but, I LOVE this bed! Had a few issues with the slats falling out, so we had to use wood screws to secure them tighter, but holding up now.
1709621
This definitely needs a box spring. The slats are few and far-between. You absolutely need a box spring.
278237
Yes you need a box spring, I'm not sure about the weight capacity, that would also depend on your mattresses
1361320
No a box spring is not needed we purchased a nice mattress to go with it.... The bed is very tall and sturdy we love it!
335246
If you have a mattress with box spring, then you're all set. What's deceiving about the pic is the support rails along the side. That is not included.
1735004
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 it is resting on a flat and secure area.