Can memory foam mattresses be placed on top of box springs? I have a high rice bed; and a single mattress will be too low on the bed frame. Can memory foam mattresses be placed on top of a traditional box spring? I need the additional height. Can memory foam mattresses be placed on top of box springs? I have a high rice bed; and a single mattress will be too low on the bed frame. Can memory foam mattresses be placed on top of a... » Read More Can memory foam mattresses be placed on top of box springs? I have a high rice bed; and a single mattress will be too low on the bed frame. Can memory foam mattresses be placed on top of a traditional box spring? I need the additional height. « Show Less
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I did so, and yes it's lower, but what bugs me is the creaking noises. I never heard anything when I had a regular mattress on the box spring, but with the memory foam mattress on top, it makes loud creaking noises when I shift positions. Not always, but often. I'm thinking about putting a plywood board between the mattress and box springs.
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You should be fine. We actually placed ours on a standard box spring as well.Simply the best money ever spent on a mattress! Enjoy
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Hello Kris,A steel base, a standard foundation ( not box springs with coils ) and or a platform bed are all ideal bases to go under the memory foam mattress. The harder the surface, the better the memory foam mattress will perform. In short a box spring is not required. Just a firm surface to go under the mattress!Hope this helps,Steve
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No you don't need a box spring unless you just like your mattress to sit really high. I have a memory foam mattress and I thought I would sink right through because I don't have a box spring but the frame alone was very supportive.
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Have a spring mattress with a foam layer on top --- no problem -- but don't know about memory foam
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Well, I'm a 180 lb male that is delighted with the 3" 5lb topper. This topper sits on top of a very firm mattress. I do not sink in too much. But, I wonder what would happen if you put the topper on top of your new memory foam mattress? Why do you think you need a topper?
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I put mine on top of our old box spring, worked fine. Bed sets a little lower with this mattress as it is not as thick as our old foam mattress was.
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That's an interesting question, but I don't believe that would be the case. The wires are on top but then there are strong metal bars which run opposite direction of the wires. While I cannot be certain that pressure won't force a tiny amount of the mattress through the cubed holes, I'm sure the mattress will be just fine on top of the frame. If you believe your mattress is marshmallow soft underneath, then I would recommend getting a box spring to alleviate your fear since few frames will then suit your purpose.
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would likw to know this also, I put it on top of my mattress, it makes the bed very high, but is extremely comfortable. I have no box spring, just the frame, as this is a craftmatic bed. Please let me know what you think as well.
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I own this. It only needs a mattress. In fact, the lip of the bed frame is only about two inches, so a mattress on top of a box spring would be difficult to keep steady.
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I'm not sure what a select comfort mattress is. We have a cool gel memory mattress and it's fine. The bed frame does sit up higher. We don't have the box spring under the bed, I'm not sure if it would work and I'm to short and wouldn't be able to reach anyways! :) hope this helps. Anymore questions feel free to ask! Good luck :)
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No not a problem. But I wouldn't recommend a memory foam mattress, Because when U sit on the edge it gives to much and will make U slide off the bed. Just make sure you get and XL mattress also. The regular one fit ok as long as it lays flat, But when you raise the bed up is when you have a problem with the fit.
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It sits on top of mine. If you get this, try to lower your frame. There are two notches for your frame on most beds. Use the lower one. This unit really increases the hight of the mattress and box springs. That said, it works wonders!
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I don't know. I have my Dreamfoam mattress sitting on plywood on top of my old king size box spring foundation. I had been told memory foam mattresses should only be placed on a firm foundation. Recommend you contact Dreamfoam Bedding at dreamfoambedding@gmail.com and ask them the question directly.
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No box spring. But there is not box spring for a foam mattress. you have to buy a platform, which can be cheap and you can put it together easily yourself
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I placed mine on top of my old box spring.Don't see why you couldn't do the same.
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I just used a mattress - a thicker memory foam one. I don't think there is room for both box springs and a mattress.