The headboard and side boards are all in grey velvet.  The color is not just plain grey.  It is light and reflects slight violet hue off of my drapery, very beautiful effect.  Very sturdy, good materials all around.  Metal rails are good quality metal and nice finish.  I had to hire a professional handy-person who very carefully assembled everything perfectly.  I highly recommend this product despite unseen and a bit risky, but quality is guaranteed. 

Pros: excellent bed !!
Cons: It was nerve wrecking when two pieces of the package came a few days apart.  It was worth the wait.