Truly I have to say the craftsfsmabship of this sleigh bed is the most impressive factor of this bed!  The beautiful style is captivating!  I’m usually shy when it comes to things I own.  If you are fearing quality and craftsmanship when it comes to this bed FEAR NO MORE!  The bed does Require plugging A power cord from the back of bed-(so place your new bed near an outlet!) I thought it was remote?  But the Sm remote allows you to Chang color of led lights dimming/on/off. But still needs to be plugged into wall To turn the power on for lights to work.   - no biggie .. ILL MAKE IT WORK, relax, now you can order yours (in a variety of colors too!) with confidence and anticipation of a piece of furniture I think you will love like I do!  I seriously keep finding reasons to go into my room to ”pet”  my new leather bed! Lol! ~ Julia L.