Once upon a time you couldn't purchase a mattress without a box spring. Today, box springs are all but obsolete, reserved only for a small niche of users. But if you’re of a certain age you might be ...

I HAVE ONE of the world’s tiniest guest bedrooms. This was not a problem during the pandemic. But with the impending return of houseguests—remember them?—I realized recently that I need to transform ...

Box springs have been a bedroom staple for decades, providing height, support, and comfort for a restful night's sleep. However, as bed technology and design trends evolve, many are questioning ...

When your parents or grandparents bought a mattress, it likely came as a set with a box spring. But box springs have become far less common in the last two decades. With the innovations in mattresses ...

You're probably familiar with a box spring, the simple wood frame with springs that acts as a support base under older mattresses. It's not a highly technical piece of equipment like a smart bed (or a ...

These days, more and more people are tossing out those old box springs in favor of platform beds. They offer the same level of comfort and support, with one less thing to worry about buying and ...

Dear Heloise: This may seem like a silly question, but do you have to replace a box spring when replacing a mattress? They usually are sold as a set, but if there is nothing wrong with the box spring, ...

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 was considered an essential ...