Strong Bedstead

[bluebird34]

I have always had divan beds but now want to buy a bedstead and mattress. My son is very overweight so how do I make sure it will be strong enough for him.

[Cloverjo]

Most bedsteads with wooden slats are not fixed down and can slip leading to sagging mattress. Get a drill and screws, and screw them in place.

[Islay]

I got my bedstead from Essex beds years ago (mind it cost a fortune)
the slats are fixed into rubber ends so no slipping also the slats are curved up so give better support to us heavy persons.
I bought the bed 13 years ago and only just recently replace 4 slats as they were beginning to bend in the opposite direction - believe me if it can take my weight it can take anyones - i was very very obese.

[EcclesCake]

Isn't it great to say 'was' Islay?

[Islay]

Lol yes Eccles perhaps I should have said not as fat as I was lol!!

[hc4361]

This is suitable for a single weight of 23 st or combined weight of 40 st.

The company also sell matresses suitable for heavy persons

https://www.reinforcedbeds.co.uk/collections/basic-bases/products/block-bed?variant=524603553

[bluebird34]

Than you all for your answers I shall research the two firms mentioned .

[trt]

For his health and well being, wouldn't it be better for him to diet?

[Islay]

Bluebird, my bed is very similar to this, buy it with sprung slats as it has more give, double check that it has a centre bar running from top to bottom and see it if has a centre leg (even better if it does).

You are going to pay a bit more but there is no need to pay for a special bariatric bed.

Good luck and feel free to ask any questions xx

[Islay]

Doh forgot to add the link!!!

http://www.dreams.co.uk/nelson-bed-frame