Many people love platform beds because of their low profile. The bed can be comfortable for people who don’t like to sit on top of their beds. Or maybe they even have health problems like back and knee pain, which makes it difficult for them. It just makes it easier for them to get out of bed. Unfortunately, not many people understand how to properly place a mattress on top of a platform bed.
Consult the instruction guide for your mattress
It is best to first review your mattress manufacturer’s guide on how to properly set up your mattress. Many mattresses require you to have a box spring. This bed base ensures that you get proper back support. The wrong box springs can cause bulges and dips. The result can cause severe pain in the body or worse, a lower quality of sleep. Remember that it is important to review the guideline. Incorrect configuration could void the warranty.
If you need a box spring for your mattress
If your purpose for a platform bed is to have a lower profile, adding a box spring might not make any sense. There are platform beds that have a much lower base that you can easily install the box spring and mattress. This way you can get the best configuration for your mattress and still have that desire for a low profile.
Does your platform bed have slats?
The slats can take place for the box spring. But once again, you should refer to your manufacturers guide. Depending on the thickness of your mattress, you may feel sagging around the gap between the slats. Of course, the closer the slats are, the better, but most of the time the slats are built-in and can only be adjusted minimally.
Use plywood deck
If all else fails, the best solution is to measure the width and length of the bed. Use these measurements and cut a plywood deck. I would recommend cutting them into 2-3 smaller pieces. Cutting a large plywood deck can be difficult, especially if you are a larger size like a king or queen. Again, refer to the manufacturer’s guide. The flat base could possibly make the mattress less comfortable.