She likes how the poplar wood is solid but light, and “for a super-affordable bed frame, the slat spacing is pretty tight, so it’s plenty of support for foam or spring mattresses,” Chun adds.

A platform bed works in just about any space thanks to its low profile. At its most basic, it’s a frame with a foundation that’s made up of a solid base or one that uses wooden or metal slats ...

although the wooden Zinus bed frame we recommend below is rated for up to 500 pounds. It won’t wiggle or wobble when you settle into bed. The KD Frames bed has two more slats than most other ...