Slatted Bases

How to choose a slatted base

• Match the mattress size: choose the base in the same size as your mattress, so it drops neatly into the frame.
• Slats close together: most mattress makers ask for slat gaps of no more than about 6 to 7 cm.
• Only single sizes: our bases go up to 90 cm wide. Our 140x200 and 160x200 beds already come with their own base.

Common mistakes when choosing a slatted base

• Measuring the outside of the frame: the base sits inside, so measure the inside.
• Ignoring the warranty: gaps wider than your mattress maker allows can damage the mattress and void the warranty.
• Forgetting the height: the base raises the mattress a little. Check this against the side rails.

Dimensions and materials

• Sizes: 70x190, 70x200, 80x200, 90x190 and 90x200.
• Fit: about 1 cm narrower than the mattress.
• Height: about 6 cm.
• Material: a wood-colour frame with plywood slats.

Caring for your slatted base

Dust the frame and slats with a dry cloth. For a stain, use a slightly damp cloth and let the wood dry well.

Our range of slatted bases

• Alpha: five sizes. The 70x190 has curved slats that flex under your weight.
• Ruby: four sizes, such as 90x200 and 80x200.
• Zittaro: four sizes, such as 90x200 and 70x200.

Why buy a slatted base from Maci Home?

• Five single sizes: from 70x190 to 90x200, including the shorter 190 cm lengths.
• Made to drop in: each base is slightly narrower than its mattress, so it fits inside a standard frame.
• One brand: all our slatted bases are by Rousseau, in three ranges.

Goes well with

• Single beds: a base drops into a frame from our single beds, especially those sold without one.
• Bed drawers: bed drawers use the space under the bed.

Frequently asked questions

What size slatted base do I need?

The same size as your mattress. Ours run from 70x190 to 90x200, each slightly smaller so it sits inside the frame.

How high is a slatted base?

About 6 cm in every size. Add it to the mattress thickness when you check your frame.

How do you place and assemble a slatted base?

Put the kit together at home, then lay the base inside the bed frame.

When do I need middle legs under a slatted base?

Middle legs are meant for wide beds of 140 cm and more. Our single bases do not need them.

Does every slatted base fit every bed?

No. It has to match your mattress size and fit inside the frame.