Bed arrived packaged well but has a “factory odor” to it so I needed to spray it down with fabric spray to get rid of it. The material is smooth and color looks just as pictured a bright but kinda dark cobalt blue color thats unisex. I wish the side panels had been one long piece instead of 2 short pieces attached together but installation of the bed was easy with 2 people took about 30-45mins. Slates are attached securely with screws. No defects in the fabric. Bed feels sturdy. Overall happy with my purchase, No complaints after sleeping and plopping on the bed for about 2 weeks…