This bed is very sturdy. The bed does not squeak which is a huge plus. The directions and all the pieces that came with the bed made it a bit tedious to put together. It took 2 of us which made the process easier. The box is heavy that it’s delivered in. I’d say you need two people to lift. The drawers are on the small side, however, they are very useful. The color is spot on! I absolutely love it! The lights make everything just come together so nicely. Perfect for a teenager.