Do not hesitate to buy this bed frame . It is beautiful . Fairly easy to put together ....instruction sheet needs reworked so you can read it easier .Letters next to parts were nearly impossible to read. Never the less got it together .I did add 4 more slats of  my own. may not need but for my own peace of mind I did . had two nights sleep seems very sturdy .   Use Boxspring with. Quick delivery . Way fair my new favorite place to shop.