Our Platform Frame Option is constructed as a mattress-only style bed platform,
for those who do not own, or do not wish to use a standard box spring on their bed.We raise our bed rails to a height where a mattress would normally meet a box spring, and add additional slats to the bed rails for additional support to rest a rigid base, low profile (2-3") boxspring, or bunkie board underneath to protect the mattress (we recommend these bunkie boards or something similar in thickness based on the size of the bed you're ordering - sold separately and not included). With the standard platform option, we provide a modified bed rail height of 15" from floor which provides 12"
of height under the bed rails. Adjustments to our standard height can be requested (higher or lower), but bear in mind the effect this might have on the foot board pattern, and your potential use of a sling at the foot of the bed. When doing a custom platform height, we recommend telling us the height of the top of the mattress where you'd like your mattress to sit (from the floor to the mattress top), and the thickness of the mattress + any supporting material you intend to use. We'll then modify the rails to sit at the correct height to accommodate those needs. For Full & Queen size beds, we provide a 7-slat support system (a strong 1" steel tube) evenly spaced. NOTE: we occasionally adjust this set-up to 5 slats, at our discretion, by substituting higher strength gauge steel - support strength remains the same.For King and CalKing beds, we provide a 7-slat system (a strong 1" steel tube), but every other slat (#s 2, 4, & 6) will have a center support leg. If your mattress warranty requires anything else to maintain your warranty, please let us know your request during checkout and we will review your needs and confirm the details with you.