They way our bed sits (which is normal height for a King) makes this headboard a lot shorter in practice than in the picture. For example, only three rows of buttons show. It takes something away from the overall effect. I will have to find a way to prop it up higher because I'm a bit disappointed with that aspect. Otherwise, this is great and really well made. It might not do that if you have a low mattress or one of those beds that doesn't require a box spring.