It does not make any noise while doing anything on it, that's with me, a partner, a box spring (not needed but I like the additional height) and my mattress. Additionally I love all the space under the bed. It took me maybe 30 or 40 minutes to put together and everything you need to put it together comes with it. I would say to take the recommendation of what other people are saying in loosely putting the screws in until all are in and then tightening everything at the end.