Shipping was fast. Just what the other reviewers mentioned, the slats were flimsy and could use an extra two more for support and stability. For the price I paid for it, it is fair quality. It was easy to assemble but might be challenging for those who are not visual learners since it had no word instructions, just pictures. The fabric has a smell but a little Febreze will take care of it. We have a Sleep Number mattress, so instead of the box spring, we used the Sleep Number Base we already have. It was perfect. I ordered the King size in Gray and it matched perfectly with my black dresser and nightstands. When my budget allows, I will purchase a gray matching set in the near future. So far, we like it!