The gold finish is not screaming glitter so it fits well in my room of neutral tones and white linens look sharp against it.  I am glad I did not choose a black bed frame.

You will need a Phillips head screwdriver (instructions call it cross).  The included Allen wrench works well, but the angles are tight so it is a little more work to put together  If you have Hex key bit for drill/dremel it will go together even faster.  The instructions are fairly easy to follow even with the English missteps.  The slats are attached to one another, making the installation simple by anchoring it the head and foot of the bed.  You do not have to attach each slat.  I can be put together by one person, but it is nie to have help shifting it around.