This went together fairly well.  There were some inconsistencies that are noticeable, but I think after a while, they wont stand out to us anymore.  My husband is pretty handy and was able to compensate for some of the issues here and there.  We have a California king bed and this was definitely an affordable way to get a statement piece.  I was having a very hard time trying to find a bed that didnt clash horribly with my out-dated but very solid old oak furniture that Im just not ready to replace.  Many upholstered beds out there were just plain or too small for our room.  This headboard did the trick.  I love it.  I would have given it five stars, but Wayfair sent me one set of an older style panel that looked like it was a return.  Upon opening it, there was a bracket that was missing a stopper.  One email to the manufacturer and they sent me a whole new bracket system to match the other 5 sets.  Great service by the manufacturer!