This is an absolutely gorgeous crib. It took my husband no time at all to put it together. It is a nice, deep brown (I have seen other products listed as espresso be closer to black) and looks just as great as cribs I've seen in the baby stores for $350+. I also purchased the matching changing table which we are also very happy with as they compliment another beautifully!  I definitely recommend to any mom looking to keep the nursery furniture budget at a reasonable level. Shipped quickly and arrived packaged nicely with no dings or scratches.