The dark wood looks really nice. I think tiny parts of the wood looks a tiny distressed but you really have to look to see it. It was pretty easy to put together. I slightly struggled to line the screws into the last two corners of the bed frame but got it after multiple attempts.  I also got a new mattress to go along with this platform bed frame and so far the mattress has not slid off.  I would definitely get it again. It's a good height for me too.