| So you finally have your luxurious memory foam | | | | add more comfort and motion absorption to a spring |
| mattress, 700 thread count sheets, goose down | | | | mattress, and also provide support so the mattress |
| pillows, and new bedside tables boasting the charm | | | | doesn't sag in the middle. |
| of your classic Tiffany lamps. You're ready to set it | | | | So why can't I use this for my memory foam |
| all up and jump in, but you forgot the bed base! | | | | mattress? |
| Before you opt for your old box spring, there are a | | | | There are several main reasons not to use one for |
| few things you should know about providing the | | | | your memory foam mattress. |
| proper support for your new mattress. | | | | - Memory foam is much heavier than spring and |
| Though they seem perfect, box springs are not | | | | requires full support underneath the mattress |
| designed for memory foam mattresses. | | | | - Unlike spring mattresses, memory foam mattresses |
| Most spring mattresses are sold as sets which include | | | | do not have an internal structure and are more likely |
| the mattress, box spring and adjustable bed base. | | | | to sag in the middle if used on an insufficient base |
| The bed base adjusts to the proper bed size (double, | | | | - The strongest areas of a box spring are around the |
| queen, etc.) and elevates the bed off the floor to a | | | | edges. Memory foam mattresses require full and |
| desired height. The box spring rests on top of the | | | | evenly distributed support. |
| bed base, and the mattress is placed on top, | | | | So what's the best solution? |
| completing the package. | | | | It's pretty simple. You need something sturdy and |
| Box springs are constructed using a basic wooden | | | | strong enough to hold the mattress's weight (a king |
| frame structure. Springs are assembled in a grid which | | | | size can weigh up to 140lbs). It needs to be properly |
| is mounted to the wooden frame. A layer of cotton | | | | constructed to support the mattress and keep it |
| padding is placed over top of the springs, and the | | | | completely flat, avoiding areas where it could sag. |
| entire structure is then upholstered using strong | | | | - A bed frame with wooden slats. Strong, wide slats |
| synthetic fabrics to create the finished product. They | | | | are best (ie. |