Would this work with a memory foam/isoform pad instead of a mattress? I'm considering purchasing a 4 in thick isoform pad which I've been told works well directly on top of a boxspring or simply a bed platform. I want my bed as low to the ground as possible without actually being on the floor, so I'm shopping around for low platform. I'm wondering if the slats in this would make a thin isoform pad extremely uncomfortable. Common sense tells me yes, but i'd love to hear thoughts from some others... Thanks Would this work with a memory foam/isoform pad instead of a mattress? I'm considering purchasing a 4 in thick isoform pad which I've been told works well directly on top of a boxspring or... » Read More Would this work with a memory foam/isoform pad instead of a mattress? I'm considering purchasing a 4 in thick isoform pad which I've been told works well directly on top of a boxspring or simply a bed platform. I want my bed as low to the ground as possible without actually being on the floor, so I'm shopping around for low platform. I'm wondering if the slats in this would make a thin isoform pad extremely uncomfortable. Common sense tells me yes, but i'd love to hear thoughts from some others... Thanks « Show Less
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thanks a bunch for your reply. I think i'm going to get the bed frame along with a thicker memory foam mattress.
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It hadn't occurred to me to use anything other than a nice mattress pad . . . either waterproof or not . . . since the mattress meets my "softness" requirements. I truly think that anything thicker, like some sort of topper, would defeat the purpose of the memory foam. The memory foam is designed to closely conform to the contours of the body, so I would not recommend putting a substantial barrier between myself and the top of the mattress. My previous mattress was the 7" version of the mattress and I only used a regular mattress pad for protection of its surface, as I have with this one. I hope this is of help to you.P.S. The 12" has proved to be much more satisfactory to me. It hadn't occurred to me to use anything other than a nice mattress pad . . . either waterproof or not . . . since the mattress meets my "softness" requirements. I truly think that anything thicker, like some sort of topper, would defeat the purpose of the memory foam. The memory foam is designed to closely conform to the contours of the body, so I would not recommend putting a substantial barrier between myself and the top of the mattress. My previous mattress was the 7" version of the mattress and I only used a regular mattress pad for protection of its surface, as I have... » Read More It hadn't occurred to me to use anything other than a nice mattress pad . . . either waterproof or not . . . since the mattress meets my "softness" requirements. I truly think that anything thicker, like some sort of topper, would defeat the purpose of the memory foam. The memory foam is designed to closely conform to the contours of the body, so I would not recommend putting a substantial barrier between myself and the top of the mattress. My previous mattress was the 7" version of the mattress and I only used a regular mattress pad for protection of its surface, as I have with this one. I hope this is of help to you.P.S. The 12" has proved to be much more satisfactory to me. « Show Less
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I use a regular mattress pad over the topper. It doesn't affect the comfort of the memory foam. This topper helped my back. Very pleased with it.
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It depends on what you're looking for. I've used a memory foam mattress on both slats and solid plywood. On the solid plywood the mattress felt much firmer. I prefer the feel with slats
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This functions like a bedframe and box spring in one. I put my memory foam mattress directly on it, (with only a bedskirt between for aesthetic purposes). It really does add the same support you would get from a box spring; I must admit I have been impressed 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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It supposed to replace the boxspring and you can use a regular mattress. It doesn't really work with a memory foam mattress bc the memory foam squeezes through the wires.
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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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We actually have a memory foam mattress. I actually didn't like the mattress at all until we got this frame. It is such a sturdy frame, I actually wonder if it might make a world of difference for our other "regular" mattress. The quality of support makes me think that it could possibly help just about any mattress to feel better.Also, we do have a box spring and memory foam mattress. I must agree with the other person who said it might be too tall for most people. We are both 6-feet tall and even I have to climb into bed!
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I don't see how it could work very well unless you raised and lowered each side exactly the same. I only have a single foam for my twin frame and the mattress shifts and needs readjusting regularly because I raise and lower it and read in bed a lot. Also, the bottom sheet flips off easily when I raise and lower the bed. I'd hate to be always having to adjust a king mattress and sheet. It would take a strong back.
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Foam beds will work great on a platform bed frame, a slatted bed frame (as long as the slats are not more than 3-4 inches apart), or a foundation with a frame. A foundation is going to look exactly like a box spring, but it has no springs in it. The foundation will create the same type of surface as a platform bed. As long as you put the mattress on something that creates a very rigid and very firm support the mattress will do great.
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I previously had a foam mattress and the regular box spring DID NOT support it. I bought a slated platform bed frame and am so happy I did. I made a world of difference in the support. Get a good platform bed frame... all are not equal. It creates a nice storage area for roll out storage bins and I am very happy with my mattress and the bed frame set now.
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I am using a slatted base and it works fine. I was worried about the foam bending through the slats, but it has not. I should also mention that I kept a clean piece of cardboard from the interior of the box that the mattress shipped in, and put this piece of cardboard under where our bodies go. It seems to have done the trick - and for free!
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I have put a memory foam top for a queen sized bed on mine for when people sleep over. It is only about 3" thick, but you cannot fold it when the additional foam is on top, but makes it a much better bed. The trifold is quite stiff, and I think if you were to put it on top of a memory foam mattress it would eliminate any benifit of the memory foam, but you could tilt it up for an elevated reading position. Hope this helps.
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I suppose you could put a boxspring on top of it, as long as the boxspring and the mattress did not slide around each other. The way it's designed though, you don't need a boxspring. The boards/slats have some flexibility. Mine is very comfortable with just a mattress.
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It hadn't occurred to me to use anything other than a nice mattress pad . . . either waterproof or not . . . since the mattress meets my "softness" requirements. I truly think that anything thicker, like some sort of topper, would defeat the purpose of the memory foam. The memory foam is designed to closely conform to the contours of the body, so I would not recommend putting a substantial barrier between myself and the top of the mattress. My previous mattress was the 7" version of the mattress and I only used a regular mattress pad for protection of its surface, as I have with this one. I hope this is of help to you. P.S. The 12" has proved to be much more satisfactory to me.
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I would guess, based on how difficult it is to "bend" this mattress, that it wouldn't work well on an adjustable bed. But to find out for sure, I recommend talking to the adjustable bed manufacturer to see if their product will work with a memory foam mattress. Getting this thing back into a box to return it would be a nightmare so finding out before hand is advisable.