The bed arrived as scheduled. It's solid, beautiful and elegant looking. I agree w the other reviews, getting a low profile box spring and high 11 in mattress helps reduce the gap. I also added a 5 in. pad which makes the gap a non issue. The bed takes time to assemble at least 2 people needed. We were 3 putting it together and it took us an hour and 1/2, All worth it since of sound quality.  This bed gives a bedroom a stylish, modern look.