And keep in mind that the floor will not help with shock absorption and air flow and, therefore, cannot reduce wear and you may sleep hotter than you would if your bed was up off of the floor.įorget asking do I need a box spring or foundation, ask yourself what comfort vibe you’re going for. Some require that you use a proper bed base, and not doing so may void it. Do you have a floor? Awesome, you're set.īut-and this is a big but (which we like and we cannot lie)-be sure to check your warranty.

All you really need is a hard, flat surface to provide your mattress with the proper support. Mention a box spring vs foundation, people will get what you mean. Now they can also be made of wood and metal, in which cases they’re considered mattress foundations or bases.

Hence the name, “box spring.” (Are you mind-blown yet?)īut today, much like toilet paper, we have many types to choose from. Once upon a time, they were mainly made up of springs. Ah, what is a box spring you ask? It’s the OG (“original gangsta” if you didn’t know) support system for mattresses.

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