The bed has blue undertones and doesnt look like a true grey in certain light. There is storage all around the bed but only hinged at the front the side panels lift off. The bed really doesn't need a box spring but if you like high beds a low profile box would work.I bought a 76x80 mattress on wayfair. The bedsheets can be tucked nicely all around I have a fitted, flat,flannel,and two king feathered duvets on there.My bedroom looks better than any five star hotel and that's the look I was going for.My only worry is getting it through the door and down the stairs when I MOVE but if it got in it should get out!!Thanks wayfair