It's what you're expecting for the price. Very basic, but looks good if you're a minimalist. It's not prominent enough to be a MCM centerpiece, and one side is bare to accommodation a headboard. The slats are extremely rough and even gave me splinters, so you will need to sand them or put some protection between them and your mattress, and, as platform beds dont usually use box-springs, this is a little inconvenient. About 20 minutes construction time with one person. This is a reasonable deal for the price, but don't expect any more than you're paying.