I was sorely disappointed when I put this thing together.  It had so many good reviews, but when it arrived, it had broken pieces and mismatched pieces.  It's also rather flimsy.  Makes sense for not real wood.  I should have known better.  The drawers are also much smaller than they need to be.  On the plus side, it does look very nice and there is space enough to sit completely up on the bottom bunk.  It should work fine for my little boys (3 and 6).  I hope it lasts a few years.  It's too much of a hassle to return.