I got this for an inexpensive way to do a guest bedroom. The room isnt terribly big so I didnt want to do a huge head and foot board. I thought this might be an option. I havent hung it yet but it seems nice. The bar is true black. The tufted squares are not white, its more of a light beige or cream color. Seems like decent quality for the price point and if you are fine with a faux type look of a headboard I think this would work. I will know more once I hang it.