I got this bed because it has legs to keep the bottom of the bed open for my heater vent duct in the floor under the bed and the mattress sits open all around not placed in a "well" which making the bed can be easier. This is a great bed. It is packed and shipped very well to prevent possible damage. Many parts are shipped and packed in a zippered section in the back of the headboard. Assembly was very simple with good directions. well built and sturdy. The wooden slats are pre-curved to help support the mattress weight and they are a few inches apart so no box spring is needed.