Can a bed frame replace a box spring?

A bed frame can possibly be replaced by a box spring, as long as you have the correct bed frame foundation.  So, what does this mean?

YOU CAN USE BED FRAME REPLACEMENT FOR A BOX SPRING IF:

• You have the right mattress: a new hybrid, latex, or memory foam mattress
• You have a modern mattresses, ‘bed in a box’ don’t require box spring.
• A solid platform bed frame
• A solid platform bed with closely placed slats (below 4 inches apart)
• You have an adjustable bed frame 
• Your mattress warranty permits it
• The manufacturer or retailer has confirmed it’s suitable to use without a box spring

WHEN CAN BED FRAME NOT REPLACE A BOX SPRING? 

It is so important that your mattress has the correct foundation, so that it doesn’t negatively affect the mattress, ruin your sleep, or invalidate the warranty. Having an incorrect bed foundation affects the mattress by possibly causing it to sag, wear, and tear, and even affect the comfort and support the mattress offers.

So, make sure you are aware when it is not suitable for a bed frame to replace a box spring:

• If your mattress has been designed to use a box spring 

• Manufacturer or retailer recommends using a box spring

• If you have an innerspring mattress, especially if it is older and designed to have a box spring foundation.

• Metal rail beds may have been designed to use on a box spring.