Unless your bed is on the floor, youll never see this headboard.  I have a standard queen size bed with a stand frame and boxsprings.  The headboard came up about 6 inches over the mattress.  It was my fault for thinking they used a standard size bed for the pics.  I should have checked the dimensions.  Additionally, the headboard was broken, but I didnt notice it until it was put together.  I put it together with the broken part facing away from me, I guess.  Now, I cant return it. Such a waste.  Buyer beware!