The item arrives in an awkward sized box for our shipping friends, but the padding protects the headboard against all the bumps and bangs.  It was easy to unpack and arrived in great condition.  The instructions were very helpful as we had never attached a headboard before.  We were able to put the headboard on quickly and securely.  

The item arrived as described and looks great.  The sizing was important since there is a book shelf just six inches above the top of the headboard.  

Pros: Color is accurate; sizing is accurate; looks beautiful
Cons: Maybe include a small wrench to tighten the bolts