Love this bed! We needed a bed that didn't have a space between the mattress and the headboard (so the dog won't fall through) and this one fit the bill.....and it's upholstered headboard makes a nice, comfy wedging spot. The instructions for assembling were easy to follow and the nailhead trim is very stylish. So, while it keeps the dog from falling, it looks very nice too! Only one word of caution, the bottom boards extend underneath the curved area so if you're not careful when vacuuming, you'll bump into the board. Other than that, very happy with my new headboard!