Great value for the price.  The headboard comes completely assembled.  The color is a light honey stain.  I was a bit surprised that the posts are octogon shaped, which gives is a more rustic cabin type of look rather than a Shaker style.  Note that due to the location of the thru holes that the posts do not set on the floor, but are supported by your metal bed frame off the floor.  This allows for thicker mattress sets and keeps the floor from being scruffed.