A bunkie board can be used with a box spring or older foundation or platform bed to ensure that it s able to properly support the weight of a newer foam mattress.
Better than a box spring weight limit.
Cushioning foam at the top tends to be thin.
These foundations are stronger than typical foundations and box springs and thus have a higher weight limit that can accommodate heavier sleepers.
Generally the expected life of a mattress and box spring is eight to 10 years.
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It is well worth the money and i would recommend it for anyone.
A box spring serves several useful purposes.
When buying one you ll need to figure out which one is most comfortable for you the size of the set and how much you can afford to spend.
Sleepsavvy magazine notes that with 69 of the population considered overweight finding a heavy duty foundation and support is easier than ever before.
Its average weight can be around 110 pounds queen.
Many box springs are rated up to 300 pounds while others go as high as 450.
The spring coils at the base have the highest bearing.
500 lbs excluding the mattress weight.
It is about the weight of a lightweight adult.
Box springs are now available in a low profile design that functions like a traditional box spring but is about half the height giving you a much sleeker look.
These serve as a happy medium between a very low platform bed and traditional height box springs.
It s around 6 tall and can offer minimal support needed for a mattress.
The lifetime box spring is composed of 100 spruce.
Memory foam is almost as heavy as innerspring.
This mattress type tips the scale at a little more than 100 pounds.
It s sturdy traditional and lasts a long time.
No need for box spring foam padded tape for noise free use.
A box spring looks more like a piece of furniture.
Reviewed in the united states on may 1 2013.
Standard box springs are made of wood and maybe you like the wood.
I was and am still impressed with the quality and durability of this product.
First of all when i received this bed frame it came very nicely packaged.
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Many of the mattresses designed for people weighing over 300 pounds are meant to be paired with matching foundations.
It s better than a traditional box spring because it comes in an easy to ship easy to transport package.
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A box spring is equally important to a mattress in providing a good night s sleep.