Putting A Board Under Mattress

A bed board is a large, flat board that goes underneath a mattress to prevent it from sagging and make it firmer. Bed boards are usually made of a solid piece of wood or wood slats inside a canvas cover. They may fix your bed, but remember it's only a temporary fix.

• Cheap
• Easy

• Potential moisture build-up (causes mildew and attracts bed bugs).

Note: You can drill a few holes in the board to prevent moisture build-up. However, it most likely won't solve the problem because the damage has already been done to your mattress.

Whether you use a board or not depends on the current support. Check for soft spots on whatever hard-surface foundation support you're using. Replace it if you find any.

#1 alternative is buying a new mattress with better support (with a new foundation - like a boxspring or adjustable bed)