Does this rail frame need slats if a queen (not split!) box springs is used?
1788593
I did not use slats. The box spring is fully supported the length of either side and across the center.
1954728
You could use a box spring, but it isn't necessary. This bed is a platform bed. There aren't "slats," but a solid piece of plywood.
875960
Yes, this bed frame requires a box spring to be used comfortably, especially if you have a memory foam mattress.
113527
No box spring is necessary if you have enough bed slates. My bed frame has about 20 wooden curved slats so I do not use a box spring. On a typical bed frame that only has 3 or 4 supports, you most definitely would need something. There is also the option of using a platform bed frame which is a solid board.
101053
You do not need a separate box spring. Support slats are included. I have had an issue with the mounting system for the support slats in that some parts were not shipped and double the amount of a similar part was included. They are shipping the replacement parts ... hopefully they will arrive today! ... I am figuring that if the support system is too weak (I am a big guy) I will go get a slat support system from IKEA and I will still be money ahead on other comparable beds. The frame itself is very sturdy. The slats may be the weakest part of the system ... but I will know better after I have been able to sleep in the bed. *** UPDATE *** The parts arrived yesterday. I installed the slats. The bed (I have the full-size version) is sturdy and solid, with just enough "give" to make for a comfortable night's sleep! It was great being back in my own, "new" bed! I have a big frame and I felt very secure and well-supported by the frame and slats.
2057805
There are flexible wooden slats that go across the frame and support the mattress. Before, I had a spring mattress directly on the frame and a few of the slats would slip off repeatedly. Once I bought a new mattress w/ a box spring, I had no problems. I don't think it's required, but I personally had less issues after I used one.
1068159
No, I didn't. I have a frame with slats and it doesn't need more than that.
2182976
I don't have a box spring under mine, or one of those fancy metal frames. Mine sits on five wooden slats about five inches wide. Its been like that about a year and is just fine.
537585
Well, I don't have any slats, just the box spring and mattress sitting on this support so I wouldn't think it would be a problem.
17779
I used a platform bed frame that has multiple slats and no need for a box spring. It is firm and very comfortable, perfect for that platform bed.
1151732
This bed comes with slats but you will still need a box spring. It comes with 6 small slats.
1584805
The slats are wide apart. So I bought a compressed board at lowes for $20, had it cut to fit the gaps and put mattress on it. It saves the extra height of the box springs
1365181
I m using a queen size on a queen wooden bed frame instead of a box spring. But I do have wooden slats under it. I would say you should be able to use it the same way you used a box spring on the same bed. If you didn't have any support under the box spring then you probably won't need it under the bunky board. But I can't say for sure because I used slats with the box spring and the bunky board.
880965
Yes--we do not use a box spring--the wooden slats are intentionally bowed, to give flexibility, but slightly flimsy (we needed to use small pieces of cardboard to keep them in place--was not hard to do) but we are happy with the looks and durability of the bed.
834432
I did not put plywood on top of the slats. I got a good mattress and the bed is really comfortable. Since the closely spaced wooden slats are essentially the same as having plywood, I don't think another 1/2 inch of wood would do anything. This bed frame is not meant to have box springs. I've been very happy with the bed frame.
774575
Rachel we still used the bed slats just as an extra form of protection/ to reinforce the box spring. I would GUESS you don't need the slats... I'm guessing you're saying the box spring fits perfectly in the rails, in which ours does, but i'm old school" we used the slats as well. IF someone heavy sits on the bed the slats take on the pressure of the extra weight. Hope this helps
59797
No the wooden slats that come from the bed are sufficient enough. In fact if u use a box spring then the mattress will be too high.