Pottery Barn Avalon Upholstered Bed

No, the Avalon bed features a platform design, which means it is engineered to support your mattress directly. You can place your mattress straight onto the frame without the need for a box spring or foundation.

This certification means the bed has been rigorously tested and screened for over 10,000 chemicals and VOCs. It ensures the product contributes to healthier indoor air quality in your bedroom, which is especially important for sleeping environments.

Assembly is required for this bed, but it is straightforward. You will need to attach the side rails to the headboard and footboard and secure the platform slats, so having a second person to help hold pieces in place is recommended.

Care instructions depend on the specific fabric you choose. Generally, for velvet or performance fabrics, you should vacuum regularly with an upholstery attachment to remove dust and spot clean spills immediately with a clean, damp cloth; avoid harsh chemical cleaners.

This bed is designed as a standard platform frame. While some adjustable bases may fit inside the perimeter of the frame, it is not specifically engineered for them, so you should verify the dimensions of your base against the interior dimensions of the bed frame before purchasing.