It is particle board, not solid wood. But that is not a surprise. However, because it is particle board it damages very easy, and had some slight damage during shipping. I am fairly understanding, and was able to construct it in such a way that the damage is not truly noticeable. 

The headboard looks very nice, but it must be used with slim box springs or no box springs. Otherwise, your pillows and head will be in the book case portion of the headboard. It needs to be about 6 taller at the base, then it would be perfect.

I like it for the price, and would still get it again, as it was four our guest room.