I am really pleased with this purchase. We got two beds for our 3 and 5 yo boys. They share a room and these two beds with headboard are so streamline - they leave a lot of floor space for placing!!! They are sturdy and I really appreciate the height of the bed - it's perfect for kids!!!! Easy for them to get off and on - feels like a great fit. I can't say much about putting them together - my husband did it and just said the second one was easier than the first!