This headboard looks more expensive than what I paid for it. I have had it for more than a year and  still love the linen texture and height of the bed. There have been no quality concerns.  The fact that the sides extend out makes the headboard feel more substantial.  I've had several  friends comment that it looks like a headboard from West Elm. As would be expected from this type of headboard the back is not 'finished' (un-upholstered).   I was expecting this at the price and will always have the bed pushed against a wall, but still think it's important to be aware of. Another thing to be aware of is that the gray has a blueish undertone...it is not a neutral  gray. I don't  mind this at all but it could clash with some colors. All in all I am  very happy with this purchase.