Platform Bed Platform beds are beds whose base consists of a raised, flat, hard, horizontal surface meant to support a mattress. They are great for people who want a simple look to their bedroom, or who live in tight spaces or small bedrooms. Platform beds provide firm cushioning and with the support of slats, they eliminate the needs for a box spring or mattress foundation; they give adequate support for a mattress by itself. They are characterized by their low-profile sleeping surface, simple, soft lines and sleek design. With a wide variety of sizes and styles available, they quickly gained popularity in recent years across North America. Oftentimes, people may want to augment their platform bed with a memory foam mattress to provide a supportive sleeping surface. Platform beds have been around for thousands of years and are usually made of wood or metal in transitional, contemporary, Japanese, and other styles. You can customize your platform bed frame to get the style you prefer.