When I read other reviews I scoffed at the time it took reviewers to assemble the piece. However, after we received our order I understood why. This is a substantial piece of furniture and takes longer to put together. Unfortunately two of the holes did not align when we tried to screw in the foot-board. This involved getting the power drill out in order to widen the spaces (harder to do when assembled). Also a strange piece within the foot-board fell towards the outside. The grey is a nice fabric and color. It can take on blue tones as well depending on your decor.