The headboard was perfect for a guest bedroom.  As pictured, the outside frame tubing is thicker which gives it a more substantial feeling.  The color is a very dark brown.  I don't see any steel/gray tones.  One reviewer thought it was copper toned, but I don't see that at all.  My daughter and son-in-law assembled, and they had no issues at all.  The delivery box came crushed and ripped in many spots. When opened, the bottom of the headboard where it fits into the leg was scratched.  I opted to keep because it is difficult to see it.  










Pros: Looks great - exactly as pictured!  For this price, nice looking headboard.
Cons: None