Ensure proper support.
Use an appropriate frame with center support on Queen and King size sets to ensure proper support and the validation of your warranty.
For Queen and King-size Mattresses, center support that extends to the floor is required on slatted bed bases or steel bed frames and wooden bed sets. However,if you're using box spring foundation then the center support should extend to the floor on both bed sides.
Box spring vs slatted foundation
You can use Elmira mattress with most bed frames, but we recommend using them on a traditional box spring or directly on a slatted base with your preferred frame.
Why? Because both a box spring and a slatted base provide you with adequate support while ensuring the mattress can breathe. This is important for distributing body heat away from you, and wicking moisture out of the mattress so you can remain cool and dry through the night.
Firmness
If you're looking for a firmer feel, a box spring provides support across the entire bottom surface of the mattress for a more supported sleep experience.
For a softer feel, a slatted foundation will support you while allowing for more give, creating a slightly plusher sleep experience. Please note that if you use a slatted foundation, the slats should be spaced no more than 3 inches apart.
What not to do with an Elmira Mattress
Mattresses made with foam are very sensitive to environmental conditions like moisture and dirt. For this reason, you should not place the Elmira Mattress or Elmira Hybrid Mattress directly on the floor for an extended period.
While the Elmira Mattress and Elmira Hybrid Mattress are durable enough to provide guaranteed comfort for 10 years, they can become damaged if they're not supported adequately, and should not be used with any base or foundation with gaps or spaces wider than 3 inches.