We ordered ours in Gunmetal - it's a little less shiny than I thought, but still a good deep neutral grey colour that will work with any palate.  It's like a piece of artwork!  We have a low to the floor bed so there is great height on this headboard, it really makes an impression in the room.  My husband says it's not totally symmetrical (I still have no clue what he's talking about, so definitely nothing that is very noticeable!).  Assembly and installation was very quick and easy.  It's sturdy and doesn't wobble around at all.