Do hybrid mattresses need a box spring and why? We explain everything you need to know using this popular bed base with a foam and coil mattress.

Mattresses and box springs There was once a time when purchasing a new mattress without a matching box spring was almost unimaginable. When inner coil mattresses dominated the market, a box spring … ...

A box spring is typically 7 to 9 inches high, but if you don't need to add a lot of height to your bed, consider a low profile box spring, which is 4 to 5 inches tall.

So you've decided to ditch the traditional bed setup in favor of a floor mattress, saying goodbye to the headboard, bed frame, and clunky box spring. It's definitely a minimalist and chic approach to ...

Do you need a box spring? Here's how to know whether you should have one for your mattress or if your bed might benefit from a different kind of base.

When buying a mattress, you often don't think about the added cost of a box spring or foundation. In a partnership with experts from Consumer Reports, 7 On Your Side's Michael Finney checks to see ...

When buying a mattress you often don't think about the added cost of a box spring or foundation. But do you really need to spend the extra money?

Will a foundation or box spring bed base provide the best support for your mattress?

A good box spring should do a few things: provide support for your mattress, improve airflow, and raise your bed to a more comfortable height.

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What you need to know about using a box spring with a hybrid, memory foam, latex or innerspring mattress.