Perfect base for the bed zu bought my son for his college apartment. He is 6’8”, and 295. The mattress was specially made, and weighs much more than a off the shelf mattress. This base bed frame is rated strong enough to sustain the weight of a mattress and my son. It was easy to put together, and is very solid. This is not a fancy frame, but if you need a high quality, affordable frame, this one fits the bill.