We've had this bed for about a week now. It is truly beautiful and exactly what we were looking for. We purchased the king size in beige. It is a little darker than pictured. More of a true beige or taupe color. Wonderfully made though, and very sturdy. Easy to put together. It took my husband and I about an hour. You will need a low profile box spring or use a 'bunkie board' to set your mattress on.  The bed arrived 4 days earlier than the projected time, which was PERFECT! Arrived within 4 days of ordering! So far we are in love!!