The Hodgkins queen platform bed arrived with one end torn open and a hole in the hardware bag, so I was afraid some pieces had been lost. With that in mind, it took me longer to figure out the nuts and bolts. It took me a few hours to put it together. The hardest part was working in a small space and having to flip the assembled slats over by myself. I think I will order the headboard that goes with it. I am happy with it so far. Seems solid.