Easy to assemble, the frame sat perfectly inside my platform bed frame. (Will try to edit review and add pictures) My original box springs that I had purchased with the bed frame made too much noise when we got in and out of bed and it was enough of that. It did raise the mattress more than it had originally sat out, but it is actually nicer this way because my husband is pretty tall and it will be easier for him on those rough days when his back is bothering him.