Does a queen sized bed need a bed frame?

Question

I have queen sized bed and box spring set that sits on a metal frame. The frame was the cheapest one the mattress store sold, and the bed shakes from any movement. Does this bed need the frame? It's a large, heavy bed, and I don't want to ruin it.

Also, if you have any remedies for stopping the frame from shaking, that would be good as well. all of the screws are tightened as much as they can be.

Answer 1

Just buy a better frame. Or buy a bed, headboard, footboard, and rails. I can't believe how some people live. They sleep with the mattress on the floor. Like hillbillies.

And here we worry that the runner on our dining room table didn't coordinate because it's white not ecru.

Answer 2

No, you do not have to use a frame with a box spring and mattress. However the top of your bed will be very low to the floor, probably 15 to 18." I've had mine this way for the same reason you are considering doing so. You can also raise it up using 5 or 6 cinder blocks, or build a frame with cross supports to set it on.

Some problems with not using a frame could be: colder air near the floor, and drafts in the winter; not having a headboard, since there would be a space between the top of the mattress and the bottom of the headboard; and, finding blankets and bedspreads that hang properly.

My queen size sheets work fine, but sizes vary by manufacturer, and some may hang on the floor. Queen size blankets also should fit well. Full size bedspreads work better on a queen mattress/box springs without a frame. Quilts and coverlets should be bought in queen size; they are not supposed to fall to the floor. You can't use a dust ruffle, but you can put a fitted sheet over the box spring to make it blend with the colors of your bedding, or room. Hope this helps.

Answer 3

You really don't need the frame for the bed, especially since the frame is shaking every time you move on it. If I were you, I would take the mattress and box spring off of the frame and put them on the floor until you can afford a decent frame for the bed. I do understand the reason why you bought the frame was so that you wouldn't have to sleep on the floor, but you can seriously injure yourself if the bed falls apart. If you still have the original sales receipt, take the frame back to the store and see about exchanging it for a new one, or getting your money back . Tell the salesmen the problem with the frame and see what your options are. Sometimes spending a little more money for something you need is worth it in the long run!

Answer 4

I had the same problem with my king size frame. It is just a case of cheap metal. The solution I found that was the cheapest way was to actually raise my bed and place frame and all on milk crates. By placing 3 on each side plus a couple in the middle for extra support, the bed no longer shakes and I now have a whole lot of storage space under my bed and can clean underneath a whole lot easier. To cover the milk crates I just use a bed skirt and no one looking in my room can tell they are there. I did find that I needed to use some non skid material to keep the metal frame from sliding on the plastic, but once I used it, it doesn't move.

Answer 5

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Does a queen sized bed need a bed frame?
I have queen sized bed and box spring set that sits on a metal frame. The frame was the cheapest one the mattress store sold, and the bed shakes from any movement. Does this bed need the frame? It's a large, heavy bed, and I don't want to ruin it.

Also, if you have any remedies for...

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Not only will it look odd but you'll probably do yourselves some damage knocking your shins on the frame! There's a 16 inch difference between the 2 matress sizes, So that's 8 inches each side you'd need to disguise. Why not spend a little money and see if there's a 5ft base - like a futon or something - on an auction site until you are ready for the new base. Then put it back on the site to get rid of it.

Answer 7

If it's a cheap frame as you have mentioned, it is made of soft metal and there is little you can do to strengthen it.

You can set the whole thing on the floor, if you don't mind having to lever yourself up in the middle of the night if you have to use the restroom.

Best thing to do is find a better frame, or build one yourself if you have the ability. If the one you have is shaking as badly as you state, it may be ready to collapse and such a collapse could ruin your bed, especially if something sharp from the collapsed frame penetrates the bed.

Answer 8

I have a king size bed and mine need the frame and 2 box's spring so i would assumed the same for your queen size if you don't want movement.

Answer 9

If you are planning on placing the bed directly on the floor instead of using the frame you will not harm the bed. The most likely source of harm to your bed will be from the loose fit on the frame and the instability of the frame itself.
A larger, heavier frame will probably be more stable as it will likely be made with appropriate bracing.

Answer 10

You don't need to have a frame. Some people just put the mattress on the ground and sleep that way.

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