Platform Beds Vs. Conventional Beds
If you're looking for a bed with a box spring and mattress, then you'll need to purchase a conventional bed. However, if you opt for a platform bed, your sleep purchase will be a one shot deal, as platform beds do not require box springs. Both bed styles are available in different materials, sizes and price points. Does this Spark an idea?
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Function
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Conventional beds consist of a frame that holds a box spring and a mattress. Platform beds consist of a frame and base combined that support a mattress.
Materials
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Platform and conventional beds are readily available in wood, metal and upholstery.
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Benefits
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Because platform beds do not require the use of a box spring, this may be a more cost effective option for you. However, if you already own a mattress and box spring set, you will need a conventional bed for them.
Sizes
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Both platform and conventional beds support traditional mattress sizes: twin, full, queen and king.
Features
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Platform beds often feature drawers or cabinets underneath the mattress, accessible around the perimeter of the bed. Conventional beds offer a small space to slide items underneath the bed, but most of area underneath the mattress is taken up by the box spring.
Tip
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If you choose a conventional bed, purchase a bed skirt or a bedspread to cover the box spring. Decorative frames are also available where the box spring is covered by side rails and a foot rail or board.
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