i was shocked when I saw the price of this bed under $300.it was definitely worth it.ive wanted a canopy bed for as long as  could remember,this is my first.its beautiful,sturdy and so much nicer in person.i would definitely buy another one.the parts on the bed could be marked to tell the headboard from the footboard and things like that,but still worth it.didnt take too long to put together,maybe an hour,with help.would recommend to anyone.