A foundation looks like a box spring on the outside but it doesn t have coiled springs on the inside and instead is built to be very firm and feels almost as.
Can you use a box spring with a foam mattress.
A box spring is pretty much exactly what it sounds like.
If you re using an innerspring or foam mattress you could go with either a box spring or a foundation if your frame needs added height or doesn t have enough support.
The mattress placed directly on the adjustable allows the mattress to move freely as you raise or lower the head or leg sections.
Some will say it s okay to use a box spring while others warn that using a traditional box spring will void the warranty.
A good queen memory foam mattress will approach 100 pounds.
Box springs are good bases.
Typically people have a box springs or foundation that they use with their current bed and wonder if they can use they can use this existing piece with their new memory foam mattress.
You should never use a box spring with a memory foam mattress and an adjustable bed frame.
Make certain your box spring is in excellent shape with no broken slats.
Kings are even heavier.
If you don t have slats or a platform style frame you ll probably need to add a foundation to make sure your mattress isn t sagging or unevenly supported.
The reason is because memory foam mattresses are heavy.
Below we ll talk about the different types of bed bases so that you can make the right choice for your bed.
Before you decide to use or not to use a box spring with your new bed in a box mattress check the manufacturer requirements.
The good news is you can definitely use your box spring under your memory foam mattress.