What are the Different Kinds of Bed Frames?

Bed frames support mattresses or the foundations or box springs underneath a mattress. In all, bed frames should provide total stability for the rest of the bed. There are several types of bed frames as well as significant cost variation among different types. The simplest bed frame is made of metal, and sits on low wheels or casters. This type of frame usually comes in twin/full, queen and king sizes. On metal king bed frames, the width of the bed requires center support, so these usually have a metal strip in the middle of the frame to provide that extra support. Each side of the metal bed frame, in any size, has slightly raised edges with an inch or two (2.54-5.08 cm) of metal support to keep the mattress from slipping off the frame. The advantage of the metal bed frame is mainly cost. Frequently mattress stores include one with the purchase of a new mattress. Even king size bed frames of this type are usually less than 50 US dollars (USD). Twin frames are often less than 20 USD. ...  more