After spending 8 years on a queen size low platform bed, my first reaction was Whoa!! Now don't get me wrong, the King size bed arrived in ten days, the fabric is stunning, frame is sturdy and true to online image. My handy husband assembled it in a little over a hour, standard box spring and pillow top mattress, this baby stands at 4' 6 high! (I'm 5'2 and feel a little like princess and the pea) From the floor to top of mattress is 2'5. It's taken us a while to get used to the grand size and will have to order higher side tables. After lusting over a $2695 similar bed at RH, I am so much happier that I discovered this at wayfair and recommend this to any one that is looking for good quality, elegant & classic style.