This bed shipped very fast. I put it together by myself with only a little help from my 9 year old. I needed her the help hold the side rails when I attached them to the head and foot boards. The only tool needed comes with the bed. It was wrapped very well that it would be impossible for it to be delivered damaged. I selected this bed because it was all white, including the legs. The legs are plastic though. This bed is for my 9 year old so I don't foresee any problems with weight capacity. But, I wouldn't recommend it for 2 very overweight adults. It is very solid, but the slats don't seem to be ultra weight bearing. It is very beautiful and my daughter loves the bling. I'm very happy with this purchase. I ordered the white king sized.