To those of you who don't think it's worth it, I would say that first you have to want to put it together. Second (really first) you need to be patient. I am a 62-year-old woman and I just finished assembling this bed - by myself - in four hours. Yes, I admit I cheated: I read the instructions. I'm amazed at how solid it is and can't wait to fill the drawers with things I've been waiting to fill drawers with. I say save the professional assembler fee and buy the headboard, too. It looks great, and I know I will sleep well tonight!
Go for it!
To those of you who don't think it's worth it, I would say that first you have to want to put it together. Second (really first) you need to be patient. I am a 62-year-old woman and I just finished assembling this bed - by myself - in four hours. Yes, I admit I cheated: I read the instructions. I'm amazed at how solid it is and can't wait to fill the drawers with things I've been waiting to fill drawers with. I say save the professional assembler fee and buy the headboard, too. It looks great, and I know I will sleep well tonight!