I prefer items made mostly of solid wood, so this bed was given serious consideration. However, it appeared rustic and I don't have any other rustic-style furniture. Now that I see it in person, I realize the bed is neutral in style: It could look rustic or not, depending on surrounding furniture. 
Directions for assembly are pictures only, which always gives me problems. I connected the sideboards upside-down (don't ask how) and it took quite a bit of swearing before I realized the right side-up had Velcro to hold the slats in place. Otherwise, it would have been a 30 min assembly, since tools are provided. 
I got the twin size and love the finish, color, style and sturdiness of this charming bed frame.