This is a great bed. Looks really nice in my room and the upholstered backs are perfect for watching TV or reading. Very comfortable. When I originally purchased it, I used a memory foam mattress directly on the platform and I used it like that for a year but then I decided it was too low. I bought an 8inch box spring to put under the memory foam and the height is not only perfect, but the bed looks much better when it's made. I'd recommend this bed to anyone but I wouldn't recommend the service for assembly. The guys who put the bed together did a horrible job and things were out of alignment and it was just sloppy all around. Beds are easy enough to put together so don't bother with paying for the service.