Love love love this bed! We bought a queen size and it's an all metal frame.  My husband and I put the bed together in less than 30 minutes. Some reviews say there is a 10 inch gap between  the mates and in bed but realistically I'd say a 4 to 5 inch max gap. Personally I don't mind the gap I like to tuck my comforter down and I like an extra pillow, so the gap works for me. :) you will need a split cornered bed skirt though. Extremely happy with my purchase. This was my first time shopping here and it certainly won't be the last!