This bed is beautiful!! It took a minute to put together so don’t do it if you’re trying to get to bed in a hurry lol. I’m a bit concerned that the pieces are wood and wood that splits. It also seems to be MUCH bigger than I 
anticipated. But I plan to get a bigger mattress. YOU DO NOT NEED A BOXSPRING!! I saw other reviews of people being confused by this, I’m not sure how. But you really don’t need one. Also, expect three separate boxes when you get this. You will also need a power drill.