Absolutely LOVE this bed. The 7 foot headboard was the grand look I was going for and definitely did not disappoint. It took me and one other person a cpl hours to put together. I probably couldve done it by myself, but the size alone made it easier with 2 people. I had read a few reviews that mentioned the wrinkles in the fabric. I attached the front as they instructed (its velcroed on), but then went back around a cpl times pulling the fabric as much as possible for a very taunt appearance. 
All in all, a gorgeous and sturdy bed.