This platform has made ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD!!  I was about to purchase a new box spring and mattress when I decided to give this a try first.. I was hesitant because I in love with my headboard that I restored and hated to part from it. But let’s say this frame has enough support to hold an elephant and it’s a solid frame. . It’s time consuming to put together and I  was missing a piece. But with crafting and painting skills it wasn’t a problem.  It’s definitely worth it !!!and I was a component