I had help putting the bed together, it took about 45 minutes. It's very sturdy even though the material doesn't look as tough as traditional steel. It works better with a box spring to add height and support the mattress. I used one I already had. It doesn't move and stays firmly planted, even on wood floors and can hold up to 250 lbs. The headboard is beautiful! It's a faux leather that looks nice. The only problem is that you cannot higher the headboard and it gets covered by extra bed pillows. It looks more expensive than it is. A great bargain for a stylish look that's well built. I'm happy.

Pros: Well built, sturdy, looks expensive
Cons: Bed height slightly low