This bed is nothing short of amazing, especially at its incredibly reasonable price point. The quality of the wood and joinery make this bed an heirloom that will last generations. We chose this bed for the beautiful and durable ash wood and the elegant design. We wanted a bed that did not required a foot in the center to support it and this bed can support well over 1000 lbs without one due to the very thick center support (we purchased a queen size). This allows us to store a full size mattress underneath this bedframe for guests who have kids to all sleep in one room since we simply pull the full sized mattress out from underneath the queen. The frame was very easy to assemble and included all the necessary parts, including a small wrench to tighten each component. I did have to put a sealant on the bed and went with a clear dewaxed shellac and put six coats on there for good measure. It took about a day to apply the finish and it is absolutely gorgeous. I am quite confident this bed will outlast me and that my son will pass it on to his kid. I have no regrets purchasing this bed and may very well purchase another one. One of the best beds you can find on the internet for sure.