Low Profile Box Spring

(Sizes: California King, King, Queen, Full, Twin)

What is a low-profile box spring?

A low-profile box spring is a slimmer foundation to use under a mattress for support.  Normal box bases will range from about 7-9 inches in thickness.  In most cases, a low-profile box spring will have a height of seven inches or less.  Basically, “low-profile” is just another way to express that the height of the foundation is shorter than the standard options. Though products differ in the way they are constructed, typically narrow height box springs are made similarly to others.  Thus, they can provide good quality support for the mattress with the added benefit of reduced size.

What is a low-profile box spring used for?

There are many reasons one may prefer to use the low-profile box spring version.  Using one reduces the overall bed height which can be useful for combining with thick mattresses.  This way, the bed is not too high to get into and it doesn’t take up too much vertical space in bedrooms with lower ceilings.  Additionally, the bed frame may determine whether a low-profile box spring can be used.  For example, platform beds wouldn’t typically use one at all.  Usually the low-profile box spring is used with simple metal bed frames.  Sleigh beds can use one with or without slats.

Best Box Spring Foundations

Ghost Bed All in One Foundation

A durable low-profile box spring is the Ghost Bed All-in-One Foundation.  This single product is a replacement for the foundation and the frame.  It is essentially a fabric-wrapped metal low-profile box spring with legs.  A nice thing about this option that we offer is it has headboard brackets as an optional accessory.  These can be used to add almost any standard headboard to the foundation for a nice look.  This low-profile box spring with legs can be used with a headboard, a footboard, or both.  This choice basically eliminates the need for a bed frame so it can save money.

Nature’s Sleep Low Profile Box Spring

For a nine-inch box spring, we offer the Nature’s Sleep KD box spring foundation.  This is a standard foundation with a solid wood build.  Though it is not a low-profile box spring, it provides a high level of strength, able to support up to 2000 pounds.  This box spring is made in the USA and uses a stretch-fit cotton blend cover.  The Nature’s Sleep KD box spring foundation can be used with a plain metal bed frame or a designer bed frame.  It can even be used on the floor if need be.

Low Profile Box Spring vs Standard Box Spring

Height is the key difference between a low-profile box spring and the standard box spring.  If the foundation is thinner than seven inches, it is considered to be low-profile and advertised as such.  The traditional sized box will be thicker than that but still generally less than nine inches.  Just like the regular box spring, a low-profile box spring can be built using different types of materials.  What exactly is used varies between manufacturers.  Sometimes they are created from wood wrapped in a fabric cover.  Other times a box spring is constructed from metal and surrounded by a cover.

Low Profile Box Spring vs Foundation

A low-profile box spring is in fact a foundation.  These are the same thing and two terms that are used interchangeably.  Through the years, how mattresses and their support systems are made have changed.  It used to be that box springs had springs inside, hence the name.  Nowadays, these are no longer a part of the base.  However, the name is familiar and recognized by the public so it remains.  So, when you hear low-profile box spring, it actually means low-profile mattress foundation.  These are two ways to say the same thing.

Alternatives to Low Profile Box Spring

If bed height is an issue, there are other alternatives to using a low-profile box spring.  One option is choosing a low-profile adjustable bed base instead.  These offer shorter legs and add some nice features to your sleep system.  Though many have a higher cost than the low-profile box spring, some simple adjustable bed frames have comparable prices.  Another alternative to the low-profile box spring is to set a mattress directly on top of a platform bed.  These do not need a foundation and they come in heights that keep the bed low to the ground.

Types of Low-profile Box Springs

Low profile box springs can be fashioned in several different ways.  The materials used are the main difference.  The different kinds of components used are usually dependent on manufacturer preference.  Below are a few of the material types that can be used in building some low-profile box spring models.

• Metal: For this style of low-profile box spring, metal is used to form the box. Then, a cloth cover is draped around it, encasing the box frame.  These often require some minimal assembly at the home.

• Wood: For the wooden low-profile box spring, there is usually no assembly required. These are commonly shipped in one piece.  The outside is a fabric cover and inside is a box constructed of all-wood.

• Metal with legs: A metal low-profile box spring that has legs can be used without a separate bed frame. These are constructed the same as other metal box springs but with legs built right in.

What to consider before buying a low profile box spring

There are different things to consider before buying a low profile box spring. The first thing to consider is the material. There are low profile box springs that are made of metal or wood. Another thing to consider is height. The height ranges from 2 to 10 inches. The height is a factor in getting in and out of bed. You want the height to neither be too high nor too low.  Lastly, consider the built and cost. The built is important so you don’t have to buy a new box spring often. You may save more money if you buy a pricier box spring that lasts for a long time.

Conclusion with Low-Profile Box Springs Benefits

While a low-profile box spring is not always the right choice, there are many times when it fits the bill.  They lower the entire sleep surface by a couple of inches compared to other foundations.  That helps to accommodate sleepers of shorter stature who find it harder to get into a bed that sits high.  It is also is helpful for those with strength or mobility issues who need a lower bed.  By freeing up some vertical space they can give the appearance of a larger room.  Quality low-profile box spring can be a good solution for these bedroom needs.

Questions and Answers

Are low profile box springs good? 

Yes, low profile box spring are good. Some people may refer to them as “foundation” now. But the low profile mattress foundation is good as long as it is strong and can last a long time. Low profile box springs are mostly used to support the mattress. They also improve the height of the mattress.

How thick or high is a low profile box spring? 

The height of a low profile box spring varies per model and brand. The height can range from 2 inches to 10 inches. In general, the height of a low profile box spring is lower than 7 inches. A box springs that are 7 to 9 inches tall are considered as a standard box spring size.

What is a low profile box spring used for?

A low profile box spring is used to support the mattress. Another purpose of the box spring is to raise the mattress. It gets the name “low profile” because it doesn’t raise the mattress like a standard box spring.