The box frame or box spring is like for the bed which actually consists of a frame that is made of wood. This is very popular in UK where the bed is covered with cloth but contains springs too. Now the bed frame that is either made of wood or metal and this acts like a brace. This is made to sit in the floor and the box spring is placed on the top of it. One can put a mattress on the top of the bed which is almost the same size of the bed frame. The combination of both the box spring and the mattress makes a complete bed. It is normally seen that the spring and mattress are used together without the support of a frame. In UK the box spring is usually mounted directly over the caster that …show more content…
stands on the floor.
Uses of a box frame
• The purpose to build a box frame is for three main reasons.
One is to raise the height of the mattress that makes it comfortable for the user to get in and get out. The second reason is that it is a great shock absorber and the mattresses will not wear out easily. It also creates a strong and firm structure for the user to …show more content…
lie.
• Initially the cushions that were made of springs and was in a rectangular shape abstained from having wooden frames. Later on the box springs were made of wood and were covered with cloth. It is seen that wood is a good support for the system especially for the foam and latex.
• The new designs are such that they are made of metal or wood and covered with fabric that can be folded into half. This is helpful in shipping to other companies.
• The height of the mattresses has increased and so the manufacturers have also started to make box springs of different sizes. There are two types available; one is high profile and the other low profile. The difference between the two is aesthetic and does not have any effect on the support that is provided to the mattresses.
Features of the box frame
• The mattresses with box spring have got certain benefits that add value to the comfort and durability. The performance of the frame is also increased with the use of box frames.
• The handles in the mattresses is a special feature that is used by some manufacturers.
They are specially designed so that the mattresses need not be pulled out while moving, turning or flipping. The manufacturers attach the handles directly to the innerspring so that it cannot be pulled out.
• The edge supports are given to the frames to give more support to the mattress. The manufacturers install edge support in few products and it is useful to sit on the bed comfortably.
• There are many companies that find out benefits in woollen and silk mattresses. This is helpful to keep the users warm and comfortable.
• The split box spring is the latest demand of the customers. They wish to use it in older homes and it proves to be a great support to one piece of box spring.
• The basic intention to use a box frame is to make the bed more comfortable and so that it lasts longer.
Necessity of bed frames
• The manufacturer of bed frames decides the comfort level, style and space of bed frames. They are used mainly because it is a support to the box spring as well as the mattress.
• The box frames are a great advantage to the user to decorate the headboards and the foot boards as per their choice.
• It is also very useful to make various storages possible and allow ventilation in the
rooms.