What does it mean when a mattress says low profile?

A low profile bed sits close to the ground while a platform bed is significantly higher off the ground. A low profile bed commonly has a thin box spring mattress as support while a platform bed gets its mattress support from wooden slats or a solid piece of wood.

Are low profile mattresses good?

Thin, or low-profile, mattresses may be a smart choice for people with back pain. Thin mattresses also have value for people who have trouble getting in and out of bed, and for those who require supports. Thin mattresses are tailor-made for guest rooms, RVs, and kid’s beds, like trundle and bunk beds.

What is the difference between a low profile and high profile box spring?

There is no difference in support between the high profile box spring, and the low profile, just the difference in height. Newer mattresses tend to have a thicker profile so that they can offer new levels of additional comfort and support. Which is great for your nights sleep, but it also increases your bed height.

Why use a low profile mattress?

Lower profile mattresses can be ideal for the elderly or those who cannot get in/out of bed easily when it’s too high off the ground. For safety reasons. A child can’t easily get on/off the bed and may fall if they roll off the bed in their sleep on a mattress and frame that are near the ground.

Do I want a low profile box spring?

Low Profile Box Spring It offers the same support and stability of a high profile box spring. A low profile box spring is an ideal choice any time you want to lower the overall height of the bed; for example: The lower height makes the room look less crowded.

How deep is a low profile box spring?

approx. 5″
A low profile box spring is approx. 5″ thick while a standard box spring is generally 9″ thick. The low profile box spring allows for your bed to sit lower to the ground as is perfect for shorter individuals or for going underneath very thick mattresses.

Do you use a box spring with a low profile bed?

In most cases, you can use any box spring you wish on a platform bed. Low profile foundations or bunkie boards will support the mattress as well as a standard box spring would. A mattress and platform bed combo will usually sit lower than a traditional bed, box spring, and mattress set.

Is it better to have your bed high or low?

While a lower bed gives the appearance of more space, a taller bed looks more cohesive in a room with high ceilings. For design purposes, lower beds better suit contemporary and modern decor, while taller beds complement a traditional or a modern-glam aesthetic.

Does the height of a mattress matter?

No, height does not matter. Usually you are paying for more prestige and looks, not necessarily support and comfort. A mattress, whether it is a memory foam mattress or latex organic foam mattress, can range from 6″ tall to about 12-15″ tall.

How tall is a low profile bed base?

A low-profile foundation is an updated version of a traditional box spring that is designed to provide a sleeker look in contemporary and modern bedrooms. It’s only half the height of a traditional box spring: The four-inch wooden frame is wrapped in fabric and offers a happy medium when it comes to overall bed height.

What’s the difference between a mattress and a foundation?

The difference in height between the two is completely aesthetic, and there is no difference in the amount of support they provide to a mattress. Whether you lay your mattress on top of a standard or low profile foundation, you can count on it getting the support it needs to maintain its comfort for as long as it should.

What makes up the base of a mattress?

Beneath the Mattress. A foundation (box spring) is a bed base with a wooden frame and either springs or metal rods that provide support to a mattress.

How does the firmness of a mattress affect your bed?

Not only will it determine the overall level of comfort but it’s also going to have a serious impact on the support of the bed as well. This is something quite critical. The firmness has an impact over almost every important characteristic that your mattress is defined by.