This was the perfect buy. I looked everywhere for an upholstered bed that didn't have those ugly studs in it that matched our room's style. I wanted a bed that had a headboard that went all the way down and enclosed the mattress completely. I've attached a photo of this assembled -- no mattress on it yet. 

I assembled it all by myself, with the help of a chair to hold the footboard upright while I screwed the side panels from headboard to footboard. I recommend doing this with two people -- it was a heavy task for one person, but it is possible to do with one. 

This arrived with no damage. After assembling it, putting on our box spring, mattress, and mattress topper, it looks wonderful. No squeaking or looseness. Really pleased with this bed.