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4.5
Leaving this review to help others who are on the fence about this product like I was.As a structural engineering grad student, I was skeptical about this at first. I've always used standard bed frames with box springs, but when I moved into a tiny new apartment I had to have some extra storage space under the bed to make things work. I shopped around for a week before I settled on this DuraBed. I've now had the full-sized frame since August and I have to say that I am pleased. Assembly was super quick, and it has held up well to daily use.The full size comes in two pieces which you lay out side-by-side and tighten together using provided bolts. I was worried that I would be able to feel the center support through my mattress, but I have yet to notice it. Granted, my mattress is much stiffer than most, so if you have a very soft mattress that gives a lot when you lie down, it might be noticeable (but barely).On the subject of stiffness, I was worried that this would not feel as solid as my old frame and box spring, but the two are comparable. I don't go jumping up and down on the thing, or plopping down quickly on it (often), but any time I have lied down to go to sleep it feels as solid as any other. I also haven't seen any signs of sagging anywhere yet. As a point of reference, I weigh ~200lb and my girlfriend weighs ~120lb.My only complaint is that it started to squeak after only 3 months of use. I know that this will eventually happen, but 3 months awfully fast. This is nothing that can't be fixed and shouldn't deter you from this option if you, like me, are looking to make the most out of your space.
