I spent weeks deciding if I should buy this bed frame (based on the negative reviews) and ultimately decided that I needed the drawer space. As mentioned in other reviews, I put the bed together and then went to the local hardware store to get corner brackets to help reinforce the bed. I also turned all of the drawers upside down and put wood glue on the edges where the bottom of the drawer meets the sides. I let the glue sit overnight before putting the drawers back. Every single drawer is filled with clothing and some of them with heavier clothes like jeans. Ive been using it for 1 month now and absolutely love it. The bed feels sturdy - I only notice give if I am purposely trying to test out the sturdiness of the frame. And even then, it doesnt move much. I bought this for $250 and not only was it significantly cheaper than other frames I have bought, it is also significantly better and more useful than other frames. So far I love it and am very glad that I decided to purchase it. Just make sure you reinforce it. I didnt test the bed without the reinforcements, but I am guessing it wouldnt be as sturdy.
UPDATE: Ive now had this bed for a year and I still love it. Absolutely no issues at all. Drawers have held up just fine. Nothing has broken. The bed isnt wobbly. My only complaint is that I wish the drawers had handles on them, but I can add those myself.
Perfect for my room
I spent weeks deciding if I should buy this bed frame (based on the negative reviews) and ultimately decided that I needed the drawer space. As mentioned in other reviews, I put the bed together and then went to the local hardware store to get corner brackets to help reinforce the bed. I also turned all of the drawers upside down and put wood glue on the edges where the bottom of the drawer meets the sides. I let the glue sit overnight before putting the drawers back. Every single drawer is filled with clothing and some of them with heavier clothes like jeans. Ive been using it for 1 month now and absolutely love it. The bed feels sturdy - I only notice give if I am purposely trying to test out the sturdiness of the frame. And even then, it doesnt move much. I bought this for $250 and not only was it significantly cheaper than other frames I have bought, it is also significantly better and more useful than other frames. So far I love it and am very glad that I decided to purchase it. Just make sure you reinforce it. I didnt test the bed without the reinforcements, but I am guessing it wouldnt be as sturdy. UPDATE: Ive now had this bed for a year and I still love it. Absolutely no issues at all. Drawers have held up just fine. Nothing has broken. The bed isnt wobbly. My only complaint is that I wish the drawers had handles on them, but I can add those myself.