This is a beautiful headboard. Soft to the touch, thick cushion, and vivid color. After being overwhelmed with all the bolts and nails etc. I realized it came with three options for use. Wall mounted, modified connection to your base, or a direct connection to your base. Just figure out what you need and then follow those directions. Otherwise you’ll confuse yourself unnecessarily. My base was a little too narrow so I needed the modifier. I slapped it together in about 30 minutes by myself and I am no handy person, so I felt accomplished.