Box spring bed too soft - What you can do about it!

If your box spring bed is too soft, it can quickly have unpleasant health consequences and lead to pain in the back, hips, and neck. Your body is not sufficiently supported, which can cause tension. Furthermore, in the worst case, the spine bends.

The permanent solution for better sleep with a mattress that is too soft is to buy a new one. Nevertheless, you can counteract the unpleasant lying sensation of your box spring bed at its core and improve the support function with these tips and tricks. In our guide, you will learn everything you need to know.

How do you notice that a box spring bed is too soft?

At first glance, a soft box spring bed may feel comfortable. Your entire body sinks into it, creating a soft lying sensation, like on clouds. The danger here is that the pelvic and hip region sinks too far. This causes your spine to be more stressed and can thus lead to back pain.

You often recognize that your Boxspringbett is too soft by the fact that you have difficulty falling asleep. Additionally, your sleep quality decreases, and you often wake up in the morning with back pain or unpleasant tension.

If you ignore these signs, your spine could be permanently additionally stressed. This can cause long-term back pain. This affects not only your sleep quality but also your quality of life. Therefore, it is so important to adapt your Boxspringbett exactly to your needs.

Improve your lying feel with a topper 

Boxspringbetten have a softer lying feel than other bed types due to their construction. With a topper, you can subsequently influence the lying feel of your Boxspringbett. In many cases, this solves the problem. Usually, toppers are used on the bed frame to make the bed softer.

If you are looking for something hard, you should pay special attention to the material of the topper. Viscose is rather unsuitable in this case and has the opposite effect. A topper made of cold foam offers you firmer support for your weight and a more pleasant comfort.

Note: Your body adapts individually to every bed and individual mattresses, and this process can take several weeks. For this, lie comfortably in the middle of the topper. On the spring core of the Boxspringbett, for example, you then enjoy a unique feeling of calm.

What you should pay attention to before purchase

Are you lying uncomfortably on your mattress and nothing helps you achieve a better sleeping experience with good ergonomics? Do you suffer from the hammock effect? Then it's time for a new mattress or a firmer topper to eliminate your sleep problems. This ensures more sleeping comfort in your preferred lying position. You should consider these factors when buying:

Avoid a too soft Boxspringbett: Test the firmness level before purchase

When choosing your mattress, you should definitely test it thoroughly before purchase and try lying down or sleeping on it. This way, you avoid selecting a too soft firmness level that makes your Boxspringbett feel too soft.

If you have questions about durability and more, feel free to get advice on which mattress is best suited for you. With us, you can buy a new Boxspringbett that truly fits you.

Depending on body weight and material (such as foam), a different option is suitable for comfortable nights in bed. These types of firmness levels exist for restful sleep:

• H1: Up to 60 kg
• H2: Up to 80 kg 
• H3: Up to 110 kg 
• H4: Up to 140 kg 
• H5: From 140 kg

Besides choosing the firmness level, sleep position and possible strain are also selection criteria for the properties of your mattress or base. Especially a side sleeper should opt for a softer option for better adaptation. Back sleepers sleep best on firmer variants.

Allergy sufferers should also ensure that the mattress provides protection against mites.

Is your box spring bed too soft because of its age?

After long use by one person, the surface of your box spring mattress may sag and form a hollow. The tension and firmness of the sleeping surface decrease even with high quality, and back pain is possible. It then feels as if you are lying on a board. You should then consider a replacement for a better sleeping experience in your beds.

Tip: According to experts, a mattress generally has a lifespan of 10 years. This is usually shorter than that of your bed's box. Therefore, sooner or later—at the latest in case of mold due to insufficient ventilation—you should consider a replacement.

During pregnancy, a particularly firm version with high firmness is a great support, as sleep needs temporarily change.

Return policy

If applicable, there is the possibility to exchange your mattress or entire beds with slatted frames. Inform yourself before purchase or inquire directly with the store or manufacturer afterward. With our wide selection, you avoid a wrong purchase from the start. Feel free to contact us in advance as well.

We assist you in making a decision and provide a recommendation if needed, so the product matches your sleeping habits. This way, you successfully purchase a model for your bedroom online.

Additional factors in the selection

When selecting a bed or mattress, numerous aspects must be considered to achieve optimal sleep quality. The stability of the bed is essential, which is why a sturdy headboard and footboard are important.

Choosing the right firmness level requires caution: a good balance between support and comfort is crucial. Our expert advice can help you clarify individual needs and find the ideal mattress.

The shape and suspension should provide sufficient resistance, while springs offer additional comfort.