Love the bed.  Looks great, just like the picture.  However, It was really a pain to put together.  When they say assembly required, know that ever board, slat and spindle needs to be screwed together.    Since the side and back rails are curved,  it was a balancing act to put it together.   I read the prior reviews before buying the bed and not all of them talked about the assembly.   The directions are easy to follow, but it takes time.