This is a nice bed for the price.  However, when assembling this bed you are going to need some kind of carpenter  skills.  The directions are not very clear on certain parts.  We had to play the guessing game but did get the bed together finally.  At least I hope it's correct.  I am a little worried as some of the pieces are particle board.  The platform that the mattress sits on is solid wood planks, and hoping that holds the bed tight and together.  For the money it's not a bad buy but don't think it will hold up for 20 yrs like my last bed did.