- Does this bed need a box spring?
- No. It is a platform bed, so a mattress rests on the frame's slats directly.
- What mattress size fits it?
- It is a king bed, so use a standard king mattress, about 76 by 80 inches.
- How tall is the headboard?
- The headboard has three height settings, with the overall bed standing between about 41.5 and 45.5 inches tall.
- How much weight does it hold?
- The listed weight capacity is 500 lb.
- Is the cover machine washable?
- No. The polyester upholstery is spot or wipe clean only.
- When is the best time to buy?
- At $118 at Walmart as of November 7, 2026, it is already near the bottom of the king platform bed market, so waiting for a deeper cut may not pay off.
- Where is the Mainstays Hillside Square Tufted Upholstered King Platform Ivory Fabric cheapest?
- At Walmart, for $118.00, as of our latest check.