Occasionally, 2 people might sleep on a full-size bed, but the weight limit of 250 lbs. for this bed certainly limits those 2 people to children, depending on the weight of the mattress.  I purchased the bed for use in my guest room with a latex mattress.  The item is not packaged with protection in mind, as the wood pieces had a thin plastic sleeve that provided no protection from the metal parts during shipping.  However, the scratches are minor.  The bed is designed for use without a box spring and is as pictured, somewhat lower than the average bed, which may be perfect for use in a child's room.