This bed is really not my style and my husband cringed when I showed him the photo (just personal preferences and it's for a beach rental). However, I needed a bed that was going to partially sit in front of some low windows so I didn't want anything interfering with the plantation shutters or that would be too bulky.  I am overly surprised at how much I like this bed - and how good the metal bar support system is! My only concern is that I'm using it without box springs so I need to buy a bunkie board or some way to make sure the mattress doesn't slouch down between the metal bars. Don't hesitate, this is a great buy!