There was a discrepancy on the website with the colors when I ordered....I didn't know if I was going to receive the Honey finish or the Merlot finish. It also took a  good 1.5 weeks to be delivered.  But when I did finally receive it and opened it......BEAUTIFUL!  The wood was in excellent shape.  No breaks, splits, rubs etc.  There were a couple rough spots where a sanding step in the finishing process may have been not thorough, but one cannot see the roughness.   The color is true to color.  I received the Merlot which resembles a cherry wood. Very easy to assemble, much easier than I thought it wound be.  Assembly is much more awkward than anything and definitely goes smoother if you have a helper to hold/steady parts.  My husband and I are very happy with this purchase.  Can't wait to see how the grandchildren like sleeping in it :)