This bed arrived exactly as described. It took about 30 minutes to assemble with the help of my husband. I was worried that since the total weight of the bed was relatively "lite" for an iron bed that it wouldn't be very sturdy; I was wrong. Once the bed was completely assembled  it was very sturdy and will definitely be a long lasting piece of furniture. Also, the bed looks so much more expensive than it really is!

Pros: Great Value, Sturdy