This was EXACTLY what we needed to quick transition a not-quite-2yo to a room with our older child. The mattress on the bottom is still on slats, but it's virtually on the floor. It affords both of them space, fun, privacy when needed, and a sturdy frame. It has impressed everyone that's seen it so far, and the kids love it. It definitely takes 2, sometimes 3 people to get it assembled, but we didn't have any issues with assembly. The quality is what we expected for what we paid. Recommended!