Easy & fast assembly ! 4 star because side rail couldn't slide into bottom as bottom rail was defective. Had to hammer it in. Although there is a gap at the top of the headboard(box spring 4inch, mattress 14inch) , it makes it much easier to make the bed up. All in All, I'm in love with this bed. Shipping was much faster than the 2-3 weeks estimation. I bought bed risers, but don't think this bed can work with them, Unfortunately!! Colour is Mocha