We are very pleased with this platform bed. We have a mattress on it with no boxspring and it is the right height. Adding a box spring would cover too much of the headboard. The slats underneath are sturdy. Have been sleeping on it for a month with no problems. The leatherette is as good as it gets. Not real leather, obviously, but looks rich. Seams are well done. Padding on corners is good. My husband used 1 1/8 inch Sheetrock screws to anchor the slats on the sides. Not included in pkg but keeps slats in place. Only con - no instructions for assembly in box.