The headboard comes in two separate boxes and is quite cumbersome to put together. (At least for one person!) Make sure not to tighten the bolts until all are in or else you'll have some trouble getting it all together. Attaching to the bed frame was the hardest for me as nothing lined up correctly so I grabbed some screws and the drill and took care of it. It's beautiful and sturdy and looks far more expensive than the actual price.