Overall, the headboard was what I expected for the price. The linen color was a bit more cream in color than oatmeal, but still nice. My mattress doesn't cover the top few holes for attaching to the metal frame because I used the lowest holes to get the most height. I may be able to adjust it better though. It was packaged well, but there were no directions. It wasn't hard to figure out, but still should come with something to be sure you are putting the washers in the right place. The parts are packaged within the back of the headboard and then a velcro dustcover attaches back on which is nice.