The bed itself is absolutely gorgeous!! I read so many reviews and as far as assembly goes, it was suggested that it takes two people. I didn't have anyone to help me SO I put it together myself! Although it took approximately 3 hours(with a couple of breaks lol) it was actually easy to assemble. I gave 4 stars only because those instructions were kind of shabby haha. I looked at that paper once and I pretty much eye balled putting the bed together. I couldn't be more happy with it, looks even BETTER in person opposed to pics online. Nice and sturdy, great material. I just love the whole darn thing. The bed does come with a slat assembly as well and I did not use that. I just ordered a full size slat boogie board which prob saved me about an hour of time LOL. Would definitely recommend this bed to everyone! Thanks wayfair...you have what I need