I could not be more pleased with this bed. I searched the Internet looking for what I wanted and wasn't sure this was it, as I like to be able to touch and feel things. I am so glad I bit the bullet and ordered this. It's exactly what I wanted and it is very sturdy. I didn't realize how long shopping would take but customer service was very helpful. The bed arrived in 3 large and heavy boxes that somehow I could help my husband up our stairs with. It took about an hour to assemble. It truely is stunning.