Do Modern Mattresses Need Box Springs?
The mattress industry has made significant advancements in the past few years.
“Your mattress is far more likely to have adequate support and comfort properties today.”
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Most mattresses today, whether from a box or a memory foam option, don’t require one.
Why Certain Older Mattresses Need a Box Spring
No one likes a saggy mattress.
So, when you purchase a new mattress, you should also buy a foundation.
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As opposed toother types of mattresses, like memory foam, pocket spring mattresses contain coils inside.
Wait, What’s the Difference Between a Foundation vs.
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Box springs and foundationsare both bed bases.
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Modern-style mattresses like memory foam or latex require a foundation as opposed to a box spring.
Additionally, a high-quality foundation can last longer than even a high-quality box spring.
