Color beige is a perfect neutral that doesn’t lean too cool or too warm. I am choosing to pair it with warm grey and cream bedding. The exposed part of the headboard looks superb. However, the unexposed components are less attractive and cheaply made. This doesn’t bother me as I purchased it for its style not its’ ability to last forever. I do believe though that we shouldn’t have any problem with any part of it. It’s absolutely beautiful and exactly what I expected when I purchased it. Actually, the exposed headboard may actually be a little better than expected. There was a little offgassing for the first days, but it quickly seemed to disapate.100% satisfied with purchase. After we assemble, perhaps I will post an image.