High price, I found the same bed cheaper on other sites; however, it is a good quality bed. Also, it's best to use an electric drill, and self-assembly will go twice as fast! My brother helped me put it together. Also, make sure you have the backside (where the desk is) put in the direction you intend to sit it. If your room is small, you'll have a hard time trying to turn the bed to put it in a better direction. I have an 8" mattress, but truthfully, a 10-12" would fit just as nicely. Just be sure to know the height of your ceiling. 

It's pretty sturdy, and it has made a world of difference, as far as