This bed is sturdy and looks great. Its a true white and doesn't take up more room than the crib. My toddler can get on and off herself with no trouble and she's tiny.  4 stars because the side railing only extends down the bed about the same distance as a regular sized pillow, so my daugter scooted down to sleep on the pillow and fell out the opening the first 5 nights. She bacame self aware in her sleep and is fine now, but then, what's the point of the railing? It's  not far to the floor so no harm, but not a fun way to wake up.