This comes in several boxes, so make sure you have space for them. I would also suggest having someone handy build it for you, or pay for it to be assembled when you buy it. It is quite a project and takes some kind of building skills. I was trying to match it to existing furniture and it is close to the color in the picture. It looks nice and feels very sturdy. My only issue is the storage drawers. They do not glide easily when you openclose them. The extra storage was one of the main reasons I wanted this style bed frame. I would say that I like everything about this bed frame with the exception of the drawers. That being said, I would still recommend this to a friend or family member.