Tahoe Low Wood King Platform Bed, 3 Colors

In short: the Tahoe is a low profile king bed frame in solid and manufactured wood, about 2 inches off the floor and 35.4 inches tall at the headboard. It measures 79.2 x 82.3 in, has 12 slats spaced 3 in apart (no box spring needed) and a weight capacity of 800 lb (maker's figure).

A king bed in black, white or oak finished wood that keeps everything close to the floor: the frame leaves about 2 inches of clearance underneath, and the panel headboard stops at 35.4 inches, so the bed looks lighter in a room with a low ceiling or a window behind it.

The outside size, from the maker's figures, is 79.2 in wide, 82.3 in long and 35.4 in tall at the headboard. That is only about 3 inches wider and 2 inches longer than the mattress itself, and smaller than most king frames, which typically measure about 80 x 86 in outside. Our king size bed dimensions guide shows how much room to leave around it.

What you get

• Panel headboard, footboard and side rails in solid and manufactured wood, in a matte black or white finish, or a natural oak finish
• 12 slats spaced 3 in apart, so no box spring is needed
• Weight capacity of 800 lb (maker's figure)

Mattress, pillows and bedding are not included.

Compare it with the other frames in our wood king bed frames collection.

Want the same dark look in metal or velvet? See every black king size bed frame we sell.

Specifications

Why the 3 inch slat spacing matters

Some mattress warranties set a limit on slat spacing. The two we quote in our split king guide ask for no more than 3.5 inches, or less than 4 inches, between slats. At 3 inches, this frame is inside both limits, so you can put a foam mattress, or two twin XL mattresses for a split king, straight on the slats.

Where slats sit next to the rails and center support is shown on our parts of a bed page.

Shipping and returns

Free shipping to the lower 48 US states and Washington, DC, by parcel carrier, in one carton of about 95 lb. Check the carton and the parts on delivery: if anything is damaged or missing, email hello@king-size-bed.com with photos and we send a replacement or refund at no cost. If you change your mind, you can return it within 30 days. Full terms: refund policy.

Questions about this bed

Does it need a box spring?

No. The 12 slats support the mattress directly. Our box spring guide explains when a frame does need one.

Is it low enough to be called low profile?

Yes. The frame sits about 2 inches off the floor and the headboard is 35.4 inches tall. The low clearance also means there is no room for storage under the bed.

Can I use it with an adjustable base?

The maker lists it as compatible with an adjustable bed. With only 2 inches under the frame, ask us before ordering and we will confirm with the maker how your base sits in this low frame.

Which finishes are there?

Three: matte black, matte white or a natural oak finish. The size, the slats and the 800 lb capacity are the same for all three.

Will a split king fit?

Yes. Two twin XL mattresses measure 76 x 80 inches together, the same as a king, and the slats are 3 inches apart.

Will a California king mattress fit this frame?

No. This frame takes a standard US king mattress, 76 x 80 in. A California king mattress is 72 x 84 in: 4 inches too long for the frame and 2 inches short of each side rail. Our king vs California king guide compares the two sizes.

More low profile king beds: the Provo, the Topeka, the Scottsdale and the Ventura, or see all low profile king bed frames.

Also worth a look: our Solid Wood vs Engineered Wood Bed Frame guide, the guide What Is a Panel Bed?, our How to Put Together a Bed Frame guide and our How to Keep a Mattress From Sliding guide.

For the other frame causes of a mattress sagging in the middle, from center legs to bowed slats, see our guide.

The Tahoe leaves 2 inches under the frame. To close that gap completely, look at our king floor beds: on each one, the base, rails or padded border sit on the floor.