Would I be able to use a memory foam mattress alone, or would I need a Bunkie board or something similar? How far apart are the supports? Thanks!
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it depends on the thickness of the memory foan mattress. the depth of the loft bed frame is about 16 inches. the standard mattress is 10 inches. the deluxe mattress is 12 inches. if your memory foam mattress is comparable to the standard mattress it may work
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I wouldn't think so. Memory foam mattresses generally either need a platform base or a special box spring. Do not try and use a traditional box spring with a memory foam mattress as you will not get the full support of the mattress. I tried for a month using a standard box spring then switched to a memory foam box spring and there is a definite difference, slept much better on the special box spring.
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You can lay a mattress across the framework. There is a wood piece or 2 across the middle for support along with support bands for a little more. There is a weight limit so adding a board would add extra weight and is not necessary.
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The mattress is supported by flat boards. I think they call them bunk boards. these boards are attached to the frame with wood screws and for the most part keeps movement on the bed quiet. There are still some movement noises, but attaching the boards does quiet it a lot.
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I purchased the twin size, and if I remember correctly, the twin size doesn't come with, or need, a center support. I use . A junkie board under a latex mattress, and everything is quite sturdy.
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You will need to support your mattress, with either box springs, or a box. A box looks like a box spring, but it is no more than a spacer / mattress support ...
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I only purchased the regular size, but the slates were about three inches apart. That spacing is no problem with large foam mattresses....8" or more... AND the cover they supply makes the spacing irrelevant... if you needed an absolutely solid foundation, a very thin piece of plywood would work well.
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I have a boxspring with it. because there are slats and not a platform, I do not think a mattress alone would work very well. Great bed - looks beautiful and appears way more expensive then it is. I highly recommend it.
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I used a box spring for this. If you choose not to use a box spring, you would need to get something to support the mattress. Also, in my opinion, the headboard/footboard would look too high because the mattress would be so low. Hope this helps!
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I personally spoke with the manufacturer in Arizona about what is needed for support for their memory foam mattress. Nothing special is needed ! He suggested to me that I purchase any box spring that is well made, in other words won't squeak, and that would be adequate. In fact, if one wanted to, the mattress could be placed on a well constructed wood platform, or even on the floor itself. Of course, the floor would make it difficult to get on and off the mattress but the support would be just fine. I purchased an inexpensive, Queen size, Arkansas mfg. box spring. It cost about $100.00. It is giving all the support the mattress needs. If the box spring lasts only five years, won't bother me. . . .I'll just purchase another for $100 or so. Larry
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Regular twin mattress works fine. A pillow top might make the bed too high and if you have a very young child the side rails might not be high enough. I do think the mattress will need some extra support though. I would have a board cut to use as a support if your child is over 60 pounds or you are planning on getting in the bed too. It's a sturdy bed but since you don't use a box spring I felt like it needed extra support underneath.
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If you need something firm I would not recommend any memory foam. Memory foam it is by nature not firm, but the opposite, it molds to your shape. Sounds like a spring-based mattress would be more appropriate for you.
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I would say u can use a reg mattress...all tho...for my son we put the box springs on there also....but I would say no...u don't need a board
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If it's a memory foam mattress I wouldn't recommend getting this frame because it provides very little support, so some areas of the mattress are going to sink. If it's a regular mattress then I think think it shouldn't be too bad. Although I still wouldn't recomend getting this frame.
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:)the link below are the boards I bought and I bought 2 which fits perfectly under the mattress side by side. I know they are no longer available but at least you see the measurements & you know what I'm speaking about. have the foam mattress & these supports makes it just like a bed = a sound happy sleeper :)Mattress Support Folding Bed Boards 24"x60"
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I used a frame and put supports down and then covered that with a sheet of plywood. The mattress cannot sit independently on a frame, it is too soft. My daughter has a similar mattress and we have a box spring under it. Both ways seem to work fine so I would simply choose whichever costs less.
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I'm not sure how sturdy memory foam mattresses are. I don't have any experience with them at all. To provide more insight on the product, the interior rails that the bed rest on are 10 inches by 5.5 inches if that helps. I have two of these. My king frame sits on a mattress with low profile box springs. My twin frame however is the mattress only and it's works either way comfortably-without sliding or falling through.