It took a while to put together, but once we were finished... it looks awesome.  A little concerned about the quality of the steps but I guess time will tell.  With the wood slates that come with it... there is no need for a Bunkie board for either beds.  I was going to glue all joints but with the screws that came with it I didn't see a need.  HINT... get your cordless drill and put you Allen socket in it.  the ones that come with bunk are cheap and strip easily, once I done this I was kicking myself for not thinking about it when I started.  Very nice bed for the girls.