Will the platform hold a mattress or do I need a bunkie board?
1686169
Yes it holds a full size mattress and it feels completely sturdy. The mattress rests on mdf board that fills the whole frame just like a bunkie board would.
1686170
We just used the platform that came with the bed, no problems at all. had two 4 year olds jumping in the bed at one point, with no issues.
1686171
The platform holds the mattress - it comes with sufficient support boards and a large panel that spans entire platform. We put the mattress right on the platform bed from South Shore - didn't need any additional boards or a box spring. Hope that helps!
1686172
There isn't a headboard though, so you'll need to accommodate for that, but yes it holds a mattress.
1686173
We didn't buy anything extra. No problems when we placed the foam mattress on top of the bed. Like everyone else is saying, it's feels sturdy. My son jumps on the bed and it's been fine. Over 7 months now and still looks, feels like new
635323
You need something stable to hold it. A simple steel frame with a couple cross braces isn't enough. Use a box, use the floor, use a platform or slat bed frame.
1321517
It would require a box spring if you do not have a solid surface like a platform or captain bed.
1683025
As a platform bed, my mattress only has cushioning on one side. The other has a wood frame which rests on the platform. Any mattress would probably be fine, as the box spring would support the mattress over the platform feature.
377462
We have those wooden slats that are attached with fiber strips. (They come rolled up - Ikea) a box spring would make it too tall for a bunk bed. Several pieces of wood would probably work. For comfort, you don't need a box mattress.
961546
Platform bed should be fine without a box spring for support as long as it is constructed with thick enough wood. The mattress itself provides plenty enough comfort as is, although I did put a quilted cover on mine for a little bonus.
927773
If the platform bed has a solid wood surface for the mattress it will perform the best for you. If the bed frame had wide spaced slats or rails, buy some plywood to use as a base under the mattress. Platform beds with very close spaced slats should work well with this mattress.
1677516
On a platform bed you would be fine without a box spring, but on a regular bed you need a support system (either a box spring or a slat platform). I would suggest something thick enough that your mattress is slightly above your bed rails to avoid busted knuckles when making up the bed!
1024557
Yes, you may. Please note the box will rise the mattress. Please watch for the height of both the mattress and box. Another option would be a bunky board if you like low bed.
2219458
I got it for bunk beds. But yes I think it requires a box spring of some sort.
807781
I'm assuming that you're asking if you can put the mattress set on the floor... I have mine in a frame, but I'm sure it would hold up fine on a flat surface or platform.
1245469
From everything I've read, I think a platform bed will be fine. As long as you have good stability underneath. I have just a regular box spring, and it works just fine.
1709616
You will need a box spring. The 4 or 5 thin slats are not enough to support a mattress. Otherwise a great bed. Easy to put together. Looks more expensive than it is.
306340
This bed frame can use either. If you DO NOT use a box spring, I highly recommend using slats AND something called a "Bunkie Board" (similar to a box spring but a third of the height) which combined give added support and strength.
857264
No mattress included, but it will fit either a full or queen size matress...the best part is that you don't need a box spring or a bunky board...the platform is very sturdy
675248
I'm not sure what a bunny board is, but you would need a box spring in addition to your mattress. It's not a slatted platform bed. it's a regular frame.
2274923
Yes, i used it for a bunk bed. As long as the mattress has a good firm structure