We purchased this bed a year ago for my young son's room. The frame is sturdy and attractive. My son will be able to use this bed for many many years to come. This bed has been treated as though it is a trampoline and has been used as launch pad for superhero antics. While I would not recommend using a bed like this, I can say that it has remained strong and undamaged. The frame does squeak a bit now, but I don't think anyone can blame it given the way it has been treated.