We love our new bed. My husband was surprised at how easy it was to put together. No bolts or screwdrivers needed, just slide the sides and slats into place. It required two people in order to hold up the end pieces, but easy. It looks and feels close enough to the linen you might find in the more expensive stores. The silver nail head on the sides is shiny, but not as over-the-top as I thought it might be. Just a nice subtle touch. The color is almost in between an ivory and very light tan, depending on the light. I would say closer to a very light tan. I thought it would be more white, but we like the color a lot. The mattress fit like a glove, which is good. But makes it tough to change the sheets with this style of bed. To get the sheets tucked in can be a struggle. I think it's worth it, but keep that in mind. Overall, very happy with the quality and price.