security screen as a bed base??

[takeiteasy]

I was thinking what would make a good strong bed base, was light, and let a lot of air around the mattress. I thought security screen might fit the bill. Has anyone tried it.

Yes I know it isn't true to the period.

[takeiteasy]

OK, no one has tried it. Can anyone see why it wouldn't work?

[greedy53]

depends how much weight it will carry could be a bad night if weights are wrong
my self i have just finished my bed i used 1x2 inch slates 3 inches apart than a sheet of pegboard for a bit of air circulation

[Deleted]

Security screen for bed base....... coooool,.....
Well...... at least ya could sleep tight knowing that no one is going to break into your bed from underneath ....
That'll keep the burglars out.... ;D

Reddo

[takeiteasy]

Greedy, I suppose slats wouldn't be that much heavier. I know the good stuff won't sag but I haven't priced it. It may be expensive.

Reddo, I like to know my arse is secure.

[bubbles]

Security screen ooh made of ali and when ali stretches or bends it wont return to original shape I would stick to wooden slats

[Rattles]

Cant think of a reason to knock the Idea.
However If it's used as a Trampoline and in the design of the base a cross support at were your hips are and a perimeter frame should be enough support.
This is where my Caravan bed has a cross brace and perimeter support the ply slat trampoline base.
The Bed base in my van is only 25mm x 25mm pine and 3mm ply very simple with minimal weight and has never broken in 12 years.

[greedy53]

the slates were the cheap ones but i had framing every 18 inches that acted like legs i'm a little on the robust side of 100 kgs and have no worries

[takeiteasy]

Thanks bubbles, rattles, and greedy (where but on the 'net would I write that intro). I am trying to keep weight in mind as the van seems quite heavy already.