ZINUS Joseph 18-in Platform Bed Frame, King
$99.99
$129.99
23% off
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Condition: New
Color: Black
Size: King
Style: 18-inch
Top positive review
1 people found this helpful
Happy, great frame for apartment
By newrose on Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2025
Happy with my purchase. Bought the 18" full size frame (on sale) for the under bed storage but I also liked the minimal modern design. As an apartment renter, I know I'll move at some point or another so didn't want a very heavy bulky frame, so also a pro that this disassembles and flat-packs easily. Initial impressions - impressed with box size and efficiency of packing. I was able to carry the ~47 lb box up one flight of stairs myself without much trouble. Assembly by myself was easy. Package has minimal padding, using some soft foam pieces (appreciated no styrofoam!) and each metal piece in a plastic sleeve. Many had broken through their plastic sleeves, but everything was in great condition/no scratches. It's one of the rare times where I thought a product could actually use a hair more packing material - but again, there was no damage. As I started to assemble, none of my pieces were labeled (except screws) but it was fairly easy to identify and follow the printed instructions. As another reviewer suggested, open the box lengthwise, assemble, then add screws (frame will hold basic shape), and do final tightening of screws for each step once all are in to ensure everything aligns. Unfortunately one bottom corner of the lengthwise side bars (piece "B") had a screw hole on the wrong side (outer instead of inner) which put a dampener on my set-up as I worried about overall quality control. Confirmed it was manufacturer error and not my own. However it seemed to hold just fine and was in the room corner (not getting on the bed on that side)... I macgyvered with some duct tape for now to ensure it stays in place and reached out to support. (More comments on this below). The rest of assembly went fast. About 50% of screw holes were super smooth and easy, the other 50% took a little time to get the screw to thread correctly but then went in fine once started. I found it best to start all by hand then tighten with the provided ratchet. Unlike IKEA assembly, the screws seem good quality and I had zero issue with any getting stripped - and think I'll be able to disassemble/reassemble as needed without issue. Some reviews mentioned that they were given extra screws - mine did not. The slats laid out fast and connect to the edges with velcro - I took the time to press down on the entire strip. I added the provided tiny rubber strips on frame edges to reduce mattress shifting, but held off on using the slat stickers (I rotate my mattress regularly so don't plan to use). Once I added my mattress, the slats (and Velcro) settled some as I laid down for the first few times, but no noise from the frame, and no issues with mattress shifting. After a couple weeks of use, I'm very happy. The frame and slats have no noise, seems strong, and I've had no issues with the mattress shifting. Only if I put a lot of weight into one spot will I occasionally get a tiny bit of noise from the Velcro - i.e. crawling across the bed - and not every time, never loud enough to bother me, or really notice unless listening for it, and it's been less and less as the Velcro connections tighten. I also find that this new frame gives more mattress support - I didn't realize my prior frame had a little too much give until now, thinking it was my mattress. Love the under bed storage capacity, especially for an apartment. The frame looks great even in a smaller room, despite the height. Regarding the piece with incorrect screw hole - I reached out to Zinus (as Amazon instructs for broken/missing pieces). Initially they said I'd have to speak to Amazon and return/replace because I was still in the return window. When I clarified that I just needed/wanted a replacement piece and wanted to otherwise keep my order, they escalated my request to upper support, and should be shipping the new piece soon. I'll update if any issues with this.
Top critical review
20 people found this helpful
Easiest Assembly Ever! 1 Serious Modification Needed.
By Backyard Chicken Lady on Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2022
Read Update Below. I love our new Zinus bed frame. It was so easy to assemble, every part and connecting point was labeled so all you have to do is make sure the number on each piece matches the number where they are connected. All of the bolts and washers were clearly packed and labeled as well. You just can't go wrong with assembly. I put the king size bed together in about 30 minutes all by myself. And my hand wasn't killing my hand from using the Allen wrench because Zinus kindly supplied a racheting wrench to aid in assembly, that alone would earn them a bonus 6th star in the rating. We have a king size Tempurpedic mattress that we have always used only on a solid platform and I was concerned that the wood slats wouldn't have the strength to support this type mattress but it is very solid after all. The slats are connected to each other and evenly spaced with wide strips of Velcro that attaches to the side rails that have a strip of Velcro already installed on them. So I didn't need to worry about the slats shifting either. Linus thought out every detail with this product, we are SO pleased with this bed frame and it is an exact fit for our mattress too. I almost forgot to mention the under storage...WOW! I can fit tubs or storage bins up to 15" tall. I feel like I've got a whole new closet worth of storage space under my bed now. UPDATE:. Within a short time we discovered that the 2 center support posts has shifted and we're pointing off to one side, leaving no center support and allowing the bed to sag. We remedied this by installing a 2x4 sideways between the frame with a hole drilled in the center that the center post would be put through. Doing this to each center post kept the center post securely in the correct position and stopped any future movement and risk of the center of the bed caving in. The manufacturer could include two bracing bars that would attach to the bottom frame and each center post could attach to it, thereby resolving this failure and making future customers happy for a long time. It's an easy fix, but should be done by the company, not the consumer. Gotta knock off 2 stars for this.
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