Do I need slats under an orthopedic mattress?

The orthopedic mattress frame is one of the most important components of the construction.

Is it necessary to have an orthopedic base for a bed, or can you do without it? Let's try to understand together with the specialists of Veneto Company. What is an orthopedic frame-lamellas?

What are orthopedic lamellas? 

Frame lamellas are made of various materials. The most common and the best of them are wooden ones, especially those made of beech wood. Beech frames have high strength and flexibility. Elastic beams provide orthopedic mattresses with better shock absorption, allowing the spine and the whole body to receive maximum support. Even budget mattress models in combination with lamellas acquire the necessary orthopedic properties

Advantages of lamellas for orthopedic mattresses

Specialists recommend using the lamellas frame as a base for an orthopedic mattress. The integrated approach increases the efficiency of use of the sleeping accessory, significantly extending its service life. Among other things, frame-lamellas significantly simplify the care of the product. Flexible beams are installed in such a way that there are openings between them. This allows for proper air exchange of the mattress and does not accumulate excess moisture inside it. An orthopedic mattress with frame lamellas as its base is not able to accumulate dust, which minimizes the risk of dust mites infecting the product and ensures a comfortable sleep. Properly selected lamellas provide improved support for the spine in any of the accepted positions of the body.  Thanks to additional orthopedic properties, the pressure on the musculoskeletal system is reduced, which implies its maximum relaxation.

How to choose a lamella frame for an orthopedic mattress?

The slats for orthopedic mattresses are selected according to the type of product. The distance between the frame beams is an important feature. So, an accessory equipped with spring blocks of the “Pocket spring” type is able to last longer if the gaps between the lamellae will not exceed the diameter of the springs. In turn, springless orthopedic mattresses need lamellae with the narrowest possible gaps - this way you will eliminate the sagging of the sleep accessory.

The “Pocket spring” spring block consists of independent barrel-shaped springs, each of which is placed in a separate compartment

Lamellas for orthopedic mattresses are also selected according to the weight of the person.

1. Weight max. 80 kg. For people with not too much weight, the distance between the lamellas is not a critical factor. If your orthopedic mattress is equipped with a Bonnell spring unit, you can use a lamella frame with a distance of 52-65 mm between the beams. An excellent option would be the Veneto Classic Multi frame from the Veneto company. The product strengthens the orthopedic properties of the mattress, increases the service life of the bed and provides even ventilation of the sleep accessory. The spring block “Bonnel” consists of dependent five-turn springs in the form of “hourglass”, connected to each other  
2. Weight 90-95 kg. A sufficiently large weight implies the purchase of frame lamellas with a distance of 30-45 mm between them. The Veneto Comfort model is what you need in this case. This frame with a large number of flexible beams in the “pockets” allows you to evenly distribute the weight during sleep. 
3. Weight over 100 kg. Comfortable sleep for large people will be provided by lamellas with gaps of 25 mm. Comfortable sleep will be provided by the Veneto Comfort Plus model. This frame is equipped with additional lamellas with stiffness regulators. It helps to evenly distribute the load and increases the anatomical effect of the mattress.

How to fix the slats? 

Earlier, when the slats were just beginning to gain popularity among fans of a healthy lifestyle and comfortable sleep, they were attached to the bed frame by tape or by means of a method of rigid attachment to the bed frame.

Today, frame lamellas are predominantly attached to the frame with special tips. The lugs are placed on each slat - they are also called lamella holders. The lamella holders can be made of different materials:

- Rubber; 

- Plastic; 

- Polypropylene.

Plastic holders are considered to be the most budget-friendly option, but have a number of disadvantages, among which - short life. In turn, rubber and polypropylene lamella holders are characterized by a long service life and prevent the bed from squeaking.

Frames with adjustable stiffness of lamellas 

Adjustable lamellas - one of the innovative inventions that appeared on the market not so long ago. In the design of such bases for orthopedic mattresses there are lamellas equipped with special attachments in the area of the most active load on the base. With their help, the stiffness of the lamellas is regulated. An additional block of slats - double or triple - can also be installed on the active zone. This will increase the rigidity of the construction in the lumbar area, which will increase the orthopedic properties of the mattress. 

Frame-lamellas are the most important component of a comfortable sleep. That is why experts strongly recommend using the design in combination with orthopedic mattresses. An integrated approach will ensure a healthy rest, correctly distributing the load on the spine. Choose lamellas in accordance with the peculiarities of the figure and state of health. The company's specialists will help you make the right choice.