I was unprepared for how heavy the delivered boxes (x2) would be. I had to open the boxes at the door and carry the pieces into the bedroom in manageable stages. Also, I was leery of quality concerns based upon read reviews of other beds - but I need not have been. I recommend you buy a large squeeze bottle of carpenters wood glue. And, have an extra pair of hands helping you. This is a two person job. The frame is a medium density particle board so gluing every joint gives superior results. The instructions are excellent. All of the pieces fit perfectly, the drawer hardware (slides and bearings) are superior quality. Useful too, there are YouTube videos online showing you proven ways to build the drawers. All in all, I was exceptionally pleased with the end result. But be prepared for a two-evening project (glue drying time included). The drawer bases are plywood. The mattress slats pine boards.
Good quality, Good Price,
I was unprepared for how heavy the delivered boxes (x2) would be. I had to open the boxes at the door and carry the pieces into the bedroom in manageable stages. Also, I was leery of quality concerns based upon read reviews of other beds - but I need not have been. I recommend you buy a large squeeze bottle of carpenters wood glue. And, have an extra pair of hands helping you. This is a two person job. The frame is a medium density particle board so gluing every joint gives superior results. The instructions are excellent. All of the pieces fit perfectly, the drawer hardware (slides and bearings) are superior quality. Useful too, there are YouTube videos online showing you proven ways to build the drawers. All in all, I was exceptionally pleased with the end result. But be prepared for a two-evening project (glue drying time included). The drawer bases are plywood. The mattress slats pine boards.