It’s a pretty bed, and I wanted it for a while. I was sad to see how obviously split the side top rails are, though, and have some regrets about buying the one side looks like it’s sagging and resembles a flimsy curtain rod. I’m on the hunt for a non-telescoping curtain rod that will fit to attempt to replace it. It is very sturdy and does not squeak at all. It took us about two hours from unpacking to photo using a ratchet. The screws and heads are very obvious and not concealed so be aware that it has the appearance of assembled furniture.