Am really pleased with this bed. It was difficult to find a high sleeper with a vertical ladder (as opposed to one on a slant) and needed that due to limited space in the room. I did get a surprise when the packages arrived, because they were smaller than I would have pictured, but the bed was easy to assemble. I'd have liked it ready varnished, but that's a personal taste. Also, would have liked to be able to afix the supporting bars slightly higher.