A box spring, on the other hand, with its metal or wood frame, is not nearly as packable. This begs the question: Do you even need a box spring anymore?

Do you need a box spring? Here's how to know whether you should have one for your mattress or if your bed might benefit from a different kind of base.

Depending on what type of bed you have, a box spring can either help or hurt your mattress.

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