This is a very nice headboard but very heavy. Because of that, make sure you have help getting it into your home and setting it up. It was missing some screws and bolts so be prepared with a well-equipped tool kit and a willing person to take on the installation. For the price though, it's hard to beat. I shopped around for months before selecting this. The color appears exactly as in the photo and I would describe it as an oatmeal color.  Happy shopping!