The bed is nice! The matress did slide when opening before any pillows or bedding was placed on, once sheets and pillows went on it didn’t slide out of place as much. I don’t find it hard to open and close the bed, the string did break second time I went to open. I am able to use the metal frame it self to lift. Lots of storage space with good height! The grey is nice material very soft. I hired a moving company for my move so luckily I didn’t have to build the bed it took three  grown men 2 hours to build! Overall if you’re thinking to get the bed, get it!