LOVE this headboard!  It is black metal which is exactly what I wanted. It is sturdy and was easy to attach to the frame of my queen size frame. I did have to wait approximately 3 weeks for it to become available as it was out of stock at the time I found it on Wayfair.com. Well worth the wait!  I also purchased the Hawthorn 3 Piece Quilt set, navy and white colors, and it looks great with this headboard.  Very happy with all my purchases from Wayfair. Packing and shipping is great and can always find what I'm looking for because they have so much to choose from at the right prices for my budget. Thanks Wayfair for helping me decorate my new home!