Metal bed bases

The base is the most important part of the bed. It is a kind of foundation. If you have already chosen a mattress, then you need to take care of how it is distributed under the base.

Today we will talk about metal bases for beds.

There are different types of iron foundations. They have their own structure, certain features, advantages and disadvantages. Such basics are divided into:

• Solid - have a flat, rigid surface.
• Rack - have orthopedic properties.
• Grid - just a grid that is attached to the frame (this item can not be considered, the worst option).

They produce products of different sizes (140 × 200 - one-and-a-half beds, 160 × 200,180 × 200 - wide double beds, 90 × 190 - single beds, usually for children), with and without legs, all-welded and collapsible versions.

Each species has its own characteristics, structure, advantages and disadvantages. It is worth considering them in more detail.

The iron base has a good durability (20-30 years), high strength, environmental friendliness and durability. In the production of used corrosion-resistant steel, which is covered with a polymer paint, which increases durability and improves anti-corrosion properties. The base of the metal over time does not become less rigid, it is not combustible, moisture resistant.

Metal is a heavy material (compared to wood or plastic). Such a bed is harder to assemble. The all-welded version is harder to transport. If the metal base is slatted, then the lamellas under pressure bend slightly, which degrades the properties of an orthopedic mattress.

Now it is worth considering specifically each type.

It is the best choice for any mattress (except orthopedic). There are options with legs and without. If the legs are missing, the base must be exactly horizontal. The mattress should have about the same height and width as the base.

The advantage is low price - the design is very simple. Such a product is more durable when compared with the base of the slats.

The disadvantage of this type is poor ventilation mattress, it can accumulate moisture, retain the smell, when wet it will have to be dried. It will need to be aired more often, turned over, which causes unnecessary trouble. For this reason, you need to choose beds with legs or with holes, which provides air access. In the event of defects, it must be replaced as a whole. Orthopedic mattresses on a solid surface will lose some anatomical features.

Rack and pinion - the best option for an orthopedic mattress. This is the most common type of bedding base. Lamellae are attached by lat holder (made of rubber, metal or plastic), they give the latoflexes (lamellae) cushioning properties.

Orthopedic base has the following properties:

• Orthopedic mattress perfectly with this foundation.
• Increases its efficiency and service life.
• Sufficient ventilation that makes the mattress more durable.
• The metal frame is resistant to various external influences, it looks decorative, does not ignite.
• Flexible design.
• Body weight is evenly distributed over the surface.
• These products increase the depreciation of the bed (compared with other types of bases). This is the best choice for quality sleep.

You can especially highlight the complexity of the assembly. The price of such a product will be higher compared to other types. The more complex the design, the higher the likelihood of a breakdown, the harder it is to repair it.

Reiki lose elasticity over time, fastenings weaken, so you will need to replace them. All this does not contribute to the preservation of the budget, you have to repair the product with your own hands (or call the master). Metal lamels practically do not bend.Over time, they may begin to creak if incorrectly attached to the frame. With hard fixation there will be a loss of anatomical functionality.

What and how to buy - the buyer decides. You can get the necessary information from the seller.

However, it is worth considering a few useful tips, try to understand the important nuances:

• Attention is paid to the type of frame (one-piece / team).
• The type of metal is taken into account.
• Presence of modern functions (folding and unfolding of a berth, equipment for vibromassage, lifting mechanism).
• If the orthopedic basis of the bed is considered, then you will have to find out information about the number and size of the latoflexes.
• For those who love a healthy and pleasant sleep, it is worth choosing a lamella base.
• The length of the slats (base width) should exceed the mattress by 4 centimeters.
• It is better to choose products with legs.

How to choose a mattress for this bed, see the following video.