BOX SPRING OPTIONAL: Put your mattress right on the base. No need to buy a box spring, since it would cover a part of the superb looking headboard. The wood slats are perfect for holding your comfy mattress.A CLASSIC TUFTED HEADBOARD: You’re sure to be charmed by the timeless, classic style of this bed – it’ll be the stand-out piece in any bedroom.A COMPLETE SET – PLATFORM BED AND HEADBOARD: All the parts for this bed are shipped in a zippered compartment on the back of the headboard, for easy assembly. You get the bed and headboard – all you need is your own mattress!1-year limited guarantee.