An older bed base might be starting to crack or sag, particularly if you use a box spring. Box spring bases have coils inside them, which will weaken over time and cause sagging.

Before making a purchase, read the mattress manufacturer's FAQs to find out if you can go without a box spring and to learn which bases are best for your prospective bed.

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Depending on what type of bed you have, a box spring can either help or hurt your mattress.

A box spring, on the other hand, with its metal or wood frame, is not nearly as packable. This begs the question: Do you even need a box spring anymore?

Traditional mattresses are often paired with box springs for support, but what about memory foam? Do you need a box spring? What about a bunkie board? Or a platform bed?

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Here's why you should consider using a bed frame to support your mattress, and a few affordable frames that won't break the bank.

Who needs a box spring when you can opt for a simpler platform? One of these expert-recommended platform beds from Avocado, Zinus, and others have all the support you need.

Like mattresses, box springs should be cleaned periodically to get rid of all the dust and under-the-bed debris that have accumulated over the years. Here’s how to do that. What is a box spring?