A bed with a base that cannot hold an orthopedic mattress in a certain position, taking into account the characteristics of the mattress itself, will not allow the owner to obtain the expected effect while resting, and can also significantly reduce its service life. To select a suitable lattice base, you need to know the simplest things about the existing types of their designs and rely on the established criteria for choosing a base for your mattress. We will be happy to tell you about these nuances.
Types of bases
When purchasing a mattress with a large number of springs (TFC, Multipackage, Micropackage), you need a bed base with narrow slats, which will prevent the springs from falling out between them and will prevent the sleeping place from losing its shape. It is important to remember that in a base with narrow slats, the distance between them is also much narrower than standard sizes, which makes it possible to support the springs without pushing down. When choosing, you need to make sure that the diameter of the spiral is greater than the distance between the slats and cannot slip between two slats.
This rule is especially true for mattresses with independent spring systems, where each spiral is placed in a special fabric cover. Despite the insulating layers of filler, when falling between the slats, the springs will move down, disrupting the evenness of the bed, and interfering with proper rest and proper support of the spine. Punching will not allow the spring to accurately absorb the load, which means the orthopedic effect of the mattress will be reduced. Therefore, before purchasing, it is important to make sure that the base and mattress are compatible.
Thanks to rubber latex holders, the design has a shock-absorbing effect and reduces back pressure from the mattress. In double sizes (width from 140 cm), a fifth leg is installed in the middle for additional strength. It is important to remember that you cannot jump on the base, as finding a replacement lamella will be quite problematic.
The base frame can be made of metal or wood. The package may include legs that enhance the stability of the bed. Various types of wood are used to make lamellas; beech and birch are especially popular. Metal products are stronger and more durable and can withstand heavy loads. Wooden bases are durable and visually pleasing.
Bases without legs
Bed bases without legs
Typically used in combination with a lifting mechanism to provide easy access to the inside of the bed and placement of items without obstruction. This is a convenient feature for rooms with a small area and small-sized furniture. Under the bed you can store not only bedding, but also things that are not needed during this season of the year.
Particularly in demand are bases without legs with electric drives, which allow you to change the rigidity of the sleeping place and adapt it to different people. Changing the rigidity in the lumbar region makes it possible to properly support the body during sleep and relieve pain.
Bases without legs can be used as a classic liner, which is attached to special bars or a square metal profile along the inside of the bed frame.
Podium bed
Design of a podium bed with drawers
The base of the podium bed is made of timber and boards 22 mm thick.
The entire structure consists of three blocks, which are manufactured separately. The side block is attached to the headboard strictly perpendicularly using wing nuts. This will make it easier to assemble and disassemble the structure. The blocks are assembled using pins with a diameter of 8 mm. The central block divides the entire structure into two parts, each with a drawer. For the walls of the boxes you need a board 16 mm thick, for the bottoms - plywood 10 mm thick. Skids are attached to the side walls of the manufactured boxes, which slide along the corresponding parts fixed to the frame partitions. The drawers should not be made very deep, otherwise it will be impossible to pull them out completely.
The blocks are held together by support bars, which are secured with screws or self-tapping screws. At the end of the work, install the front panel. The frame is primed and painted in a color that matches the interior. All joints, seams, and material defects must be carefully leveled before applying the coating.
If the podium bed is located next to a heating radiator, it is necessary to provide ventilation holes.
Ventilation holes for heat escape near the podium bed installed near the radiator
You should not place such a bed near a window if there are children in the family. The risk of a child falling out of a window is very high. If there is no other place for a bed, then the window is opened slightly only for ventilation.
Bases with legs
Orthopedic lattices for mattresses with legs
is considered better than the nested option. It has the following advantages:
- The weight of people lying down presses on the floor, and not on the bed frame, which helps to increase the life of the furniture itself.
- The space between the base and the floor ensures good air flow and ventilation of the mattress.
- The structure can be used as a separate bed by adding a mattress of a suitable size.
- By separating the legs from the base, it can be used as an insert.
Among the bases with supports, you can find the following options: with a metal frame, a lifting mechanism, adjustable rigidity, and a transformer mechanism.
The most affordable and common base options are metal or wood with narrow or wide slats.
| Bases with legs: | Metal | Wooden | With narrow slats | With wide slats |
| Advantages | The frame has extreme strength and can withstand enormous loads. | Highly environmentally friendly, noble appearance. Wooden bases, when used as a place to sleep, look neat and beautiful. Fast production of non-standard sizes. | Versatility. Gratings with double battens have a minimum distance between the slats - this allows them to be used with any type of mattresses. They have a good supporting effect. | Low cost and availability. |
| Flaws | The color of the profile is usually black or gray; this sometimes makes it difficult to combine the lattice with the bed if the legs stick out from under it. Over time, with high and prolonged pressure, creaking cannot be ruled out. | Not as durable as metal ones. | High buildability relative to bases with a wide lamella. | Not suitable for spring mattresses with Multipack, S2000 or Duet spring blocks. Due to the large distance between the slats, they are optimal for springless mattresses or classic Bonnells. |
Before purchasing, you need to measure the inside of the bed and determine the parameters, taking into account a small gap that will make it possible to insert the base inside the furniture.
Grilles with additional functions
Orthopedic bases with additional properties allow you to make the bed as comfortable as possible.
- Built-in lifting mechanisms - electrically driven devices and mechanical devices - provide easy lifting of the mattress support and allow you to hold them at the desired point.
The use of gas shock absorbers built into some models of orthopedic beds makes it possible to raise the base along with the mattress, providing access to drawers for bedding.
- Transformable bases, equipped with an electric drive and a control panel, allow you to fix the orthopedic base in the “lying”, “reclining” or “sitting” position. Such technologies provide an increased level of comfort in any life situations. Springless products are usually chosen as a mattress for such models.
- Models with a stiffness regulator allow you to independently set the degree of elasticity of the lamellas. They are usually installed in areas of high stress - in the lumbar region of the sleeper. The double lamellas are equipped with special plastic sliders that serve as a stiffness regulator. Such bases are suitable for people of non-standard build and are adapted to individual needs.
Orthopedic bases made of wood
Wooden bed bases
with delivery from manufacturers, you can choose and buy in the Sleep Nation online store. The catalog presents only the best models from domestic and foreign manufacturers.
A properly selected bed frame, which serves as a base for the mattress, not only gives the bed an orthopedic feel, but also extends its service life. Thanks to the unimpeded penetration of air, the sleeping area does not accumulate moisture and remains environmentally friendly and safe for much longer.
- With or without legs? In all bases, the legs are a removable element, so you can buy a classic wooden base with legs and simply not use them. But if you are absolutely sure that you won’t need them, buy a grille without them.
- Type of slats. Depending on the mattress, you can choose double (narrow) slats or wide ones. The correct choice depends on the long service life of the mattress and its orthopedic properties.
- Many factories easily provide delivery of the bases separately, without the mattress. But, some manufacturers will bring you a lattice only with a mattress (the manager will warn you about this and provide information in advance).
- If you need a custom size wooden bed base, let us know! Factories produce bases of any size in 1 cm increments.
What is an orthopedic grille
The most important element of any type of bed is the base, which serves as a support for the mattress. Solid models made from solid boards or chipboard, beds with armored mesh are gradually becoming a thing of the past. To replace them, manufacturers offer orthopedic bases - frames with or without legs, on which lamellas curved outward are attached. Sometimes you can find lamella-free models consisting of special blocks.
A type of orthopedic base without legs is called an orthopedic lattice. Unlike models with legs, which are placed on the floor and can be used as an independent element, the grille is placed on the bed sides provided for this purpose.
Orthopedic bases made of metal
Metal bed bases
- This is a high-quality and durable option for supporting a mattress. The one-piece frame with legs can be used as an independent sleeping place by placing a mattress of a suitable size on it. The width, length and height of the product can be selected based on the size of the bed; It is possible to manufacture bases of non-standard sizes according to individual measurements. Some models can be used as earbuds due to removable legs.
The height of the legs can be adjusted (made to order). The classic height of the base from the floor to the slats is 28-29 cm. The production time for non-standard orders for both length and width is on average from 5 to 14 days (depending on the manufacturer).
The advantage of metal gratings is their strength and durability. In double sizes, an additional beam is installed in the middle (at the base there are 2 rows of slats, one for each sleeper), and the lattice is also reinforced with an additional leg. If desired, you can order additional legs (the cost of one piece varies from 300 to 500 rubles).
How to choose a metal base?
- Metal frames equipped with wooden slats have a high orthopedic effect. The optimal quantity would be more than 30 slats per product, taking into account their thickness.
- Wide slats are perfect for springless models, providing even support for the mattress. Models with narrow slats are recommended for mattresses with separately located spirals (spring blocks TFK, S1000, S2000, DS). When purchasing, you need to take into account the fact that the distance between the slats should be less than the circumference of the spring - this will prevent it from slipping and disturbing the evenness of the sleeping surface.
A correctly selected orthopedic base will give the mattress greater orthopedic properties and significantly extend its service life.
Types of slats
Wooden planks are made from bent-glued plywood, formed from several layers of veneer. Strength and flexibility depend on the type of wood. The slats can be wide or narrow. The width of the lamellas is selected for the mattress:
- Wide battens (5.3–9 cm) are suitable for springless models, Bonnell springs, as well as products with a low spring density and hard filler. They are cheaper, but over time they can begin to creak. A mattress with such a lattice wears out faster.
- Narrow strips (3–5.2 cm) are chosen for models with independent springs or with increased spring density. Suitable for all types of mattresses, excellent springiness, but more expensive.
Wide slats
Narrow slats
If the weight of a sleeping person does not exceed 90 kg, then it is better to take a design with narrow armor.
Lat holders for attaching lamellas have different degrees of mobility. There are:
- mortise - the lamellas are located inside the frame body, there is a tendency to creak;
- plastic overhead – mounted on top of the frame;
- overhead rubber - fixed at the top, have a platform to reduce the load on the armor, the most durable.
Mortise
Plastic overlays
Made from rubber
| Name | Vertical deflection | Rotate 200 | Vertical compression |
| Two-stage | Yes | Yes | No |
| Three-stage | Yes | Yes | Yes |
How to choose slats
In the catalog assortment you can choose and buy bases with narrow
and
wide
armor. In the table we will compare the types of bases and tell you which base without legs will suit your mattress.
| Type | Advantages | What type of mattresses can it be used with? |
| Wide slats | The price for bases without legs with wide slats is low, which makes the product as affordable as possible. Classic orthopedic support. | Bonnel spring mattresses (large spring diameter), springless mattresses of any type. |
| Narrow slats | Highly orthopedic, shock-absorbing. The base supports the mattress and has an additional orthopedic effect. | All types of spring and springless mattresses. |
Collapsible bases
If you need to buy an orthopedic base for a mattress, for example, for a summer house or transportation to another city, pay attention to the catalog of an online store with collapsible bed frames
.
For proper rest and relaxation, quite a few different ideas are being developed: one of the most popular solutions has become an orthopedic mattress that follows the contours of the human body and provides proper support for the spinal column. For its full effect, it is important to choose the right base for the bed, since many models can reduce useful properties to a minimum. Collapsible orthopedic bases make it possible to fully reveal all the useful qualities of the mattress and strengthen them. The advantages of the collapsible model are:
- Easy to disassemble and assemble. This makes it easier to transport the product and allows you to easily move it if necessary. In comparison, the cost of delivery to remote corners of Russia will cost you 2 or even 3 times cheaper. Moreover, the price for collapsible and full-size bases is almost the same.
- Convenient packaging. When folded and packaged, the base fits into a passenger car and does not require a special vehicle for transportation. All components are included in the kit.
- The included legs will ensure stability and reliability on any surface. If desired, they can be left unscrewed and only the frame itself can be installed.
- The correct size of the lamellas levels the sleeping area. Manufacturers offer double (narrow) and classic wide slats to choose from.
Collapsible products improve the orthopedic properties of mattresses and make operation easier, not inferior in quality to solid models.
Types of collapsible bases and assembly
As a rule, bases of this type are made of metal. The assembly consists of several stages: connecting the slats and lath holders (the ends of the slats are threaded into the holes of the holders; two rows are provided for double sizes), connecting the metal parts of the frame, installing the legs.
Products with adjustment
Special cursors in the area of the highest load make it possible to select the rigidity of the lamellas, adjusting the base to the personal needs of the user.
- By sliding the sliders in and out, you can set an enhanced level of body support.
- Cursors that regulate rigidity are most often installed in the lumbar region, but can also be located on all lamellas.
- Installation of an additional block with double or triple slats in the active zone improves the orthopedic characteristics of the mattress.
USEFUL INFORMATION: Orthopedic beds: choosing the design and type of base
In transformable bases, you can change the angle of inclination in the head, legs and lumbar area. Adjustment can be mechanical or using an electric drive.
