I love this bed! It's even better than in the photos. The tan headboard is a warm, darker color than on the website,   but it works in my room.  After some issues with Fed Ex, I was so glad everything was in one piece and even lovelier than I'd imagined.  I cant attest to assembly, as a friend was kind enough to put it together for me. But, it took him about an hour and a half, and he told me that it's a good, sturdy bed that wasn't too bad to put together.  Looks great in my bedroom. Overall, I'm thrilled with this (clearly my dog is too!)