I was very reluctant at first to purchase this bed, considering the price, not being able to see it first and that it was non returnable. But I took the chance since it was described as exactly what I was looking for and it was totally worth it! Some reviews say that it is too tall for their mattress so the pillows slip through at the top. Take it with the grain of salt. You need to have box springs and a thick enough mattress and it fits perfectly. Also, once your bed is made, you cannot see the black bars of the headboard. Very sturdy, high quality material. Attached is a photo right after it was put together and a photo the next day in the natural light (bed not made, sorry!)