I was very nervous about buying this bed. There was only one photo from wayfair and not many reviews. I put this bed together in approximately 20 minutes with the help of my 4 year old. It fit together really well. Please see photo of how it fits together. The bed came with a rubber mallet. There are only 4 screws. It feels very tight and does not squeak. I love the look of the bed- modern but a little throwback to the antique brass beds. It feels like it will hold up over time.