This bed was a project for just one. I asked friends for help but seems like everyone was too busy so I put it together myself.  Although a friend dropped off some tools that made it easier then using the ones provided.  Anyway I just love it -- and have gotten lots of compliments.  In hindsight, I would have paid for the service to put it together, especially if you have other things you are purchasing.   I paired this with a Leesa mattress and though both are suppose to be full size I can see a bit of the platform on both sides of the bed.  Very minor issue and I did not make note of the dimensions.   I have been sleeping on it a while now and am very please with this purchase.