I ordered the gray w/trundle for my boys' room and I'm in love. It's kind of a wow piece - when people walk into the bedroom they comment on the bed and how awesome it is. I have a full over full and it's just the perfect size and sturdy and the gray is a beautiful color. I hired someone to put together so I can't comment on that, other than "hire someone to assemble because it's sooo worth it!" Love this bed.