Once upon a time you couldn't purchase a mattress without a box spring. Today, box springs are all but obsolete, reserved ...

I help test and write about mattresses, tech and gear. Platform beds are a sleek-looking yet supportive alternative to traditional foundations (like box springs), but not all mattresses pair well with ...

Thanks to their sleek design and effortless setup, it’s no surprise that platform beds are taking over the sleep space. While people love that it eliminates the need for a box spring by using a flat ...

Mercey Livingston is a health and wellness writer and certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. She's written about fitness and wellness for Well+Good, Women's Health, Business Insider, and ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Traditional bed frames with box springs are no longer necessary to provide your ...

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Back when innerspring mattresses ruled the market, using box springs was a no-brainer. The flexible, spring-filled mattress bases allowed for flexible support while lifting the mattress to a ...