This bed was solidly built and the fixings are also very sturdy and look like they will last for a long time.  Cheaper furniture that you have to build yourself can be disappointing as you see exactly how the item has been made and where corners may have been cut.  This bed frame was satifyingly good quality however, with nice thick velvet upholstery and solid, weighty materials.  Assembly was pretty easy too and once built, the bed was very rigid and secure feeling.  
The detachable feet are solid wood items, stained a dark orangey-brown.
The "Steel Grey" colour has a very slightly purplish hue to my eyes, which matches the bedroom perfectly but it may be an optical illusion!  I would recommend this bed without hesitation.