If you never put furniture together before, this is not for you.
It was not the easiest to assemble, but I can appreciate why some of the pilot holes werent pre-drilled; because not everyone has a perfectly level floor. The fact the bed is SOLID wood and not Weetabix (particle board with a veneer) is REALLY nice and it will last a long time. Every section of the instructions gives you tips on adjustments to make the drawers fit properly. The mattress frame, while a pain to fit with having to make holes in some cases (youll see), seems sturdy enough.
Pro tips:
Have work gloves. DEFINITELY HAVE A MALLET. ONLY assemble with a buddy, the fact they say to do so is not a challenge, you could seriously damage pieces if attempting to go solo. From previous experience, keep the manual and extra hardware together to make it easier to put back together after a move. It will take 8-10 hours to assemble unless youre a super pro at this stuff.
My only complaint is I had a non cosmetic part with a knot that popped out of place, making wood glue and vice grips handy to have available.
If you never put furniture together before, this is not for you.
It was not the easiest to assemble, but I can appreciate why some of the pilot holes werent pre-drilled; because not everyone has a perfectly level floor. The fact the bed is SOLID wood and not Weetabix (particle board with a veneer) is REALLY nice and it will last a long time. Every section of the instructions gives you tips on adjustments to make the drawers fit properly. The mattress frame, while a pain to fit with having to make holes in some cases (youll see), seems sturdy enough. Pro tips: Have work gloves. DEFINITELY HAVE A MALLET. ONLY assemble with a buddy, the fact they say to do so is not a challenge, you could seriously damage pieces if attempting to go solo. From previous experience, keep the manual and extra hardware together to make it easier to put back together after a move. It will take 8-10 hours to assemble unless youre a super pro at this stuff. My only complaint is I had a non cosmetic part with a knot that popped out of place, making wood glue and vice grips handy to have available.