Is this compatible with a standard metal bed frame? Is it sturdy or do you need to be against a wall in order to lean on it?
356842
It is compatible with a standard metal bed frame. It holds up on its own doesn't lean on wall. I bought for a king bed and its nice. I am picky and this exceeded my expectations. Good Luck
356843
Yes it is compatible. It is sturdy-ish but it connects at the bottom, so we are careful about putting too much weight on it. We've talked about reinforcing ours.
356844
Yes, the headboard is compatible with standard frames. Bolts are included to attach to your existing frame. It assembles quickly and easily and is quite sturdy once assembled.
1510983
Yes you can attach it to a standard metal frame and my daughter does lean up against it with no problems.
51946
It would lean on your wall and leave a mark. It's meant to be bolted to your bed frame. Bolts are included
397472
IMHO, a metal frame would not work. You need wooden slats to hold up the matress. However, the slats that come with the bed are questionable at best. If you buy this bed, go to Home Depot and buy a supportive peice of plywood to go underneath instead of the slats ($20).
1160829
If it's something you want to lean against a lot, I wouldn't. The bed is made of pressboard with a thin vainer over it, and I don't think it's that strong. If you just want something for decoration, or if the headboard is against the wall, it might work.
2054197
I'm not sure? I bought this for a gift for someone. They put it up, they told me it was very sturdy and they didn't even use the hardware that came with it to attatch to the bedframe base. They just stood it up between the bedroom wall and the mattress and base. They told me it is very secure and that it is a beautiful piece.
2212703
It's really sturdy... Every piece is firmly attached.. And the bracket on the back that goes against the wall is pretty sufficient.. Just make sure when you screw the screws that go in the wall you catch a stud but all else is fine... Haven't had a problem with it yet
247406
There is no restraint to keep you from leaning over. If the back is up against the bed backboard or wall, your back will have support. That's it.
143054
I have mine against the wall, it is solid for my purposes, it is a great value for the price. Hope you are happy with it.
1815479
I use a regular box spring and standard metal frame under it and have the headboard attached to the metal frame. The headboard looks great I just love it. It's slightly lighter in real life than the pictures. Amazon doesn't sell the complete bed ( the matching frame with would hide the box spring) but an easy solve was getting a tailored bed skirt. It really looks great. As far as the metal platform you're referring to I'd assume as long as there is somewhere on the bed to attach the headboard to it should work. But I think just a standard box spring frame would be all that's needed. I hope that was helpful.
2192722
I don't know the answer to that. I think it's like a regular bed frame, and it seems very sturdy.
558474
It's definitely strong wood, but the way it attaches makes it weak for leaning on. I have mine against the wall.
44307
It does attach to a standard metal bed frame. I have the headboard near the wall I wouldn't put all my weight on it but it is sturdy. I think it's a good headboard for the money. The hardware was included not always the case.
1753216
Sorry I can't be more help, but I have a regular metal frame on my bed. Love the headboard and it's a great price.
89072
We don't have a metal frame; have a memory foam mattress with a wood frame. We have the headboard against the wall with the fabric covered legs attached and it holds up just fine.
985922
It leans against a wall. Mine is on hardwood, but there are brackets if you need to attach it to the wall. Mine is not attached and I've had no problems with it.
1750741
you can lean it against a wall, but you have to make sure its at a safe angle so it doesn't fall