Was initially skeptic after reading some of the negative reviews. However, the positive ones heavily over-weigh the negatives and hence decided to go for it. The Choice label added to my confidence. Order was promptly delivered on time. Here are my takes:
1) The entire package is quite heavy even for two people to carry. So, we had to open up the box and take it in parts.
2) The assembly instructions were perfect ! ... right to the last screw! One word of advise, do not open up all the screws from the shrink wrap packaging, as each of the screw types have a different number and are labeled accordingly on the packaging board.
3) Follow the instructions in the assembly manual step-by-step. Each of the parts are clearly labeled (A, B, C, D... etc.) and to someone who has a flair for assembling things, its a breeze through! Very easy to follow. But if you are not so fond of assembling furniture/fixture, it might be confusing and overwhelming. For such people, my advise is to get it done by a professional or someone who loves doing it. I dont think this is something you start and leave it half way through... that would mess up the whole thing. So, start only if you are determined and confident to take it through till the end! It took me about 3-4 hours to unpack and assemble everything... but others might be able to do it fairly faster!
4) The parts are sturdy from the inside and the finish is great from the outside.
Overall, I think its a great buy though it seems a little pricey ! I look forward to enjoying my new bed.
PS: My previous experience with a similar bed that I ordered through Wayfair was a disappointment. No doubt it was half the cost, but from day 1, I felt there was a design flaw - probably the reason why they discontinued that model!
A Good Buy ! Quite Satisfied.
Was initially skeptic after reading some of the negative reviews. However, the positive ones heavily over-weigh the negatives and hence decided to go for it. The Choice label added to my confidence. Order was promptly delivered on time. Here are my takes: 1) The entire package is quite heavy even for two people to carry. So, we had to open up the box and take it in parts. 2) The assembly instructions were perfect ! ... right to the last screw! One word of advise, do not open up all the screws from the shrink wrap packaging, as each of the screw types have a different number and are labeled accordingly on the packaging board. 3) Follow the instructions in the assembly manual step-by-step. Each of the parts are clearly labeled (A, B, C, D... etc.) and to someone who has a flair for assembling things, its a breeze through! Very easy to follow. But if you are not so fond of assembling furniture/fixture, it might be confusing and overwhelming. For such people, my advise is to get it done by a professional or someone who loves doing it. I dont think this is something you start and leave it half way through... that would mess up the whole thing. So, start only if you are determined and confident to take it through till the end! It took me about 3-4 hours to unpack and assemble everything... but others might be able to do it fairly faster! 4) The parts are sturdy from the inside and the finish is great from the outside. Overall, I think its a great buy though it seems a little pricey ! I look forward to enjoying my new bed. PS: My previous experience with a similar bed that I ordered through Wayfair was a disappointment. No doubt it was half the cost, but from day 1, I felt there was a design flaw - probably the reason why they discontinued that model!