I bought 2 of these frames for my 2 spare bedrooms.  It is sturdy due to all the extra legs in the middle.  I've only attached one of the head boards and it took my husband a while to get the headboard to attach securely, but it can be done!  It's very nice that the frame adjusts from twin to queen, in case we ever change the size of the mattress in the future.  We did not need bed risers, however, if you do want extra height, keep in mind you will need 9 bed risers due to the extra legs.  The height of  our queen bed was fine without risers.  I would purchase this frame again.