All four boxes arrived in tact and un/ damaged / bonus! I did have one piece of wood break, but I simply used wood glue. It broke in an area where it would be supported, screwed in, and framed, so it was an easy fix. The bed has to be assembled in stages, starting with box 1, then box 2, and so on. Because I was doing this alone and working in a small bedroom, I was placing the sections together as I completed them.
Now, the directions recommended having two people / Im sure it would have been easier with two people, but its not necessary. I did use a battery/charged screwdriver; you DO have to be careful and if you can adjust the torque, do so. The wood is soft and it will crack. I had read this in other reviews, and they were accurate observations.
The directions pamphlet can be a bit confusing. The pamphlet is in box 1 and includes the directions for each of the other boxes, as well; however, the pages are not labeled or separated clearly. When I first started putting it together, I fumbled a few times, having to flip pages, wondering, Now, where was I? After a few instances of this, I grabbed a pen to mark each page as I completed the steps. It made the process much smoother.
Lastly, and with regard to the diagrams: REALLY pay attention to the details in the diagrams. Each and every piece fit perfectly, and all of the holes are right where they are supposed to be and lined up with the other parts and pieces / but you DO have to look for those subtle details in the pictures.
Im really enjoying this bed! If you are intimidated by the thought of putting the bed together, dont be. It took me 3 days, and I took breaks throughout those days, but it wasnt hard. Using power tools (interchangeable phillips and allen) is a must as long as youre careful. Overall, it was definitely worth it. very stable.
Beautiful and Functional
All four boxes arrived in tact and un/ damaged / bonus! I did have one piece of wood break, but I simply used wood glue. It broke in an area where it would be supported, screwed in, and framed, so it was an easy fix. The bed has to be assembled in stages, starting with box 1, then box 2, and so on. Because I was doing this alone and working in a small bedroom, I was placing the sections together as I completed them. Now, the directions recommended having two people / Im sure it would have been easier with two people, but its not necessary. I did use a battery/charged screwdriver; you DO have to be careful and if you can adjust the torque, do so. The wood is soft and it will crack. I had read this in other reviews, and they were accurate observations. The directions pamphlet can be a bit confusing. The pamphlet is in box 1 and includes the directions for each of the other boxes, as well; however, the pages are not labeled or separated clearly. When I first started putting it together, I fumbled a few times, having to flip pages, wondering, Now, where was I? After a few instances of this, I grabbed a pen to mark each page as I completed the steps. It made the process much smoother. Lastly, and with regard to the diagrams: REALLY pay attention to the details in the diagrams. Each and every piece fit perfectly, and all of the holes are right where they are supposed to be and lined up with the other parts and pieces / but you DO have to look for those subtle details in the pictures. Im really enjoying this bed! If you are intimidated by the thought of putting the bed together, dont be. It took me 3 days, and I took breaks throughout those days, but it wasnt hard. Using power tools (interchangeable phillips and allen) is a must as long as youre careful. Overall, it was definitely worth it. very stable.