I really like this bed! It was very easy to put together and definitely feels sturdy! I really like the way it looks in our bedroom. We purchased a 14" mattress and it fits great! Minus a star because one of the wooden pieces on the side was split. I was able to repair it with glue and a couple screws. I also did purchase a 1/4 inch plywood piece to go under the mattress since the slats are about 3 inches apart.