After having this bed for approximately nine months, I’ve decided as much as I like the look I’m sorry I didn’t return it. I have a standard size twin mattress and ordered the box spring that was suggested for this bed. The box spring has a gap that is at least 2 inches on both sides, and my standard twin has at least a  2 inch gap on top of that. I measured my mattress and and thought it would be compatible to the boxspring that was recommended. I don’t know what went wrong, I know the bed was put together properly, but nothing fits. It’s too late to return. I took a long time to decide to order. It just proves that yes you should probably see it in person before you buy.