Are Bunkie Boards Necessary?

Solid Foundations: If you plan to place your mattress on a bed frame that already has a solid foundation (no slats), a bunkie board is not necessary. However, if you prefer your bed to have extra height, a bunkie board is a great way to add lift to your mattress without compromising its structure.

Do you need a bunkie board if you have slats?

Do I need to add a bunkie board if I have a bed with slats? No, a bunkie board provides the same support as bed slats. If your bed already has slats then you do not need to add a bunkie board unless your bed requires additional support.

What's the purpose of a bunkie board?

A bunkie board is a piece of plywood that's placed under the mattress. It's often used on top of an older box spring, foundation, or platform bed to provide proper support for a foam-based mattress. If you have a foam-based mattress, like Casper mattresses, what you're looking for is a foundation.