Headboard was delivered in good condition. Thanks to the reviewer who included the details of the hardware (which indeed was NOT INCLUDED, hence the deduction of one star—Wayfair, please fix your information to indicate the correct contents of the package!), we were able to get the needed nuts and bolts in advance. The company from whom we bought the bed was kind enough to easily install the headboard at the time of bed delivery. I did notice a few tiny places where the paint hadn’t covered the wood, but you’d really have to be looking in bright light to notice this. The color and evenness of the paint is a lovely grey with a slight blue undertone. It does feel sturdy, which is important because the bed to which it’s attached has an adjustable base. Overall, given the price, I’m quite pleased with the purchase.