Adjustable Base (Power Base)

An Adjustable Base—also known as a Power Base—allows you to raise your head and/or legs to find the perfect position for comfort, entertainment, and pain relief.

• Performs best with flexible memory foam or hybrid mattresses for a more ergonomic shape
• Qualifies for most manufacturers recommended support for mattress warranties
• Often features a telescoping leg; allowing the base to be different heights to fit your furniture and space

Curious about Adjustable Bases and their features?

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Box Spring

A traditional Box Spring is a coil base designed to support innerspring mattresses and add height. Not ideal for most modern mattresses but were traditionally for airflow and added bounce.

• As a caution— most traditional Box Springs do not work with modern mattresses and can cause damage if used

If you would like to know if your existing Box Spring will be supportive enough for your new mattress — reach out to the mattress manufacturer or Chat Now with one of our Sleep Experts.

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Foundation

A Foundation is solid or slatted wooden base — without springs — encased in fabric. Ideal for foam, coil, latex, or hybrid mattresses that need sturdy support without motion transfer.

• These bases allow height and airflow to reduce moisture build-up in the mattress and provide support
• Foundations often come in different heights — 2″, 5″, or 9″ — making it easy to fit it in with your decor and height needs

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Platform Bed

A Platform Bed is a bed frame designed to hold your mattress, but not all platform beds are the same:

• Some have slats or a solid surface with a center support foot — which supports the mattress directly. No foundation or box spring needed. The slats are usually 3” or less apart to meet your mattress warranty requirements
• Others do not have slats and are designed to hold a foundation or box spring, which then supports the mattress
• Make sure to check which Platform Bed type you’re buying to ensure it works with your mattress setup

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Metal Bed Frame (Hollywood Frame)

A Metal Bed Frame is a simple stand-alone frame; often referred to as a “Hollywood Frame”. This type of base is typically used with a box spring or foundation. These frames are usually affordable and easy to assemble.

However, Metal Bed Frames do come in a variety of styles—let’s break down the different options:

• Wheeled Frames: Great for wood floors or tile. Not ideal for carpeting as it can pull up the carpet fibers
• Glide Frames: Ideal for all floor surfaces. Glides allow the base to move easily for cleaning and rearranging — and do not leave imprints on carpeting!
• Solid Foot: These are often found on Economy Frames. The foot allows support of the frame only and cannot be easily moved for cleaning or rearranging

As a friendly reminder, be sure to double-check the type of Metal Bed Frame you’re purchasing to confirm it requires a foundation to be used with your new mattress.

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Bunkie Board (Ultra Low-Profile Foundation)

Great for low-profile needs — a Bunkie Board A.K.A Ultra Low Profile Foundation is a slim, solid or slatted foundation used to reinforce mattress support on bunk beds and platform beds.

Bunkie Boards aren’t all the same—let’s take a closer look at the different types:

• Slatted Design: A slatted design is often more affordable and allows airflow throughout the foundation — Air flow reduces moisture build-up and can prolong the life and sanitation of your mattress
• Solid Construction: Often manufactured for higher-end foam-based mattresses that require a completely flat foundation. This construction is often a metal frame topped with balsa wood

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High-Rise Frame

A High-Rise Frame is an affordable metal bed frame designed with extra height to maximize under-bed storage. These frames typically offer 14–18 inches of clearance and can support a mattress directly—no need for a foundation or box spring!

• Foot Print: Great for small spaces, guest rooms, or minimalist set-ups
• Versatility: Compatible with most mattresses
• Storage: Most Bed Frames offer 8″ of storage space where-as High-Rise Frames offer 14″ or more

Make sure to check the support requirements with the mattress manufacturer. Some High-Rise Frames are not designed to support foam mattresses.

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Adjustable Base

Pros:

• Health Benefits
• Able to adjust head and foot height for comfort
• Depending on model, some have massage features

Cons:

• Heavier than foundations or some platform beds
• Harder to move for cleaning
• More Expensive than a simple Foundation or Platform

Box Spring

Pros:

• Supports the Mattress
• Improved Airflow
• Elevated Sleeping Surface

Cons:

• Bulky and harder to store
• Can add Motion Transfer
• Are not designed to support most newer mattresses

Foundation

Pros:

• Enhanced Support
• Increased Durability
• Improved Airflow
• Compatibility with new Mattresses and some Platform Beds

Cons:

• Reduced Storage Space compared to High-Rise Frames or Adjustable Bases
• Foundations can look bulky or outdated when paired with minimalist or modern bed designs
• Noises and Creaking with wear

Platform Bed

Pros:

• Modern Design
• No Box Spring or Foundation needed with a Slat Design
• Cost Effective
• Aesthetically Pleasing

Cons:

• Potential for lower overall height
• Limited Under-Bed Storage
• Slatted Designs may not be compatible with Specific Mattress Warranties
• Non-Slat Designs may require a Foundation, increasing the cost
• Some Platform Beds may not be compatible with Adjustable Bases

Metal Frame

Pros:

• Durability
• Lightweight and Portable
• Affordable
• Versatile, most models are universal sizing

Cons:

• Requires a Box Spring/Foundation/Bunkie Board
• Wheeled Designs can leave dents in flooring and pull up carpeting
• Rust and Corrosion
• Inexpensive frames often have lesser quality materials

High-Rise Frames

Pros:

• Increased Under-Bed Storage Space
• Visual Impact
• Great for Taller Individuals
• Affordable

Cons:

• May be too tall for people with mobility issues
• Does not support all Mattress Technologies
• Some models are a complicated assembly

Bunkie Board

Pros:

• Lowest Profile Support Option
• Cost Effective
• Lightweight and Easy to Install/Remove
• Provides adequate support for Platform Beds, Bunk Beds, and Day Beds

Cons:

• Reduced Airflow between Mattress and bed frame
• Slat Designs may not offer enough support for Specific Mattress Warranties

How to Choose the Right Base?

When choosing the right base for your bed, consider the type of mattress you have, the total height of your setup, your budget, and how durable each base option is. Most importantly, ask yourself: “Will this base help me sleep better?”

Tips:

• Match your mattress technology type (memory foam, hybrid, latex, coil) to base
• Evaluate your height, space, storage, and adjustability needs
• Consider budget and long-term durability

Need help finding a new Mattress? Also Read: 8 Mattress Shopping Tips: How to Choose the Right Mattress