I put this bed together myself. It took a while but It turned out great. I followed the modifications to reinforce the crossbeams/frame. Be careful when assembling the drawers because the wood is thin and can easily crack. Using a drill can save time but I would NOT recommend it because of the soft material. I purchased this along with the Tall Double/Queen Storage Headboard, Espresso to match. I like this combination more than the one it suggested and it looked better with a box spring + mattress. Between my husband and I who are both over 6 feet and combined weigh over 450 lbs this bed has held up perfectly. Those who have had trouble with crooked drawers. Try straitening out the frame by picking up one end and setting it down gently. Do NOT try to scoot or slide the frame, it will become distorted and cause the drawers not to fit correctly. once in place, screw in corner brackets to keep it secure.
Advice: use the recommended bed modifications, take your time with the drawers, and make sure the frame is straight.
UPDATE: I have now had the bed two years and it has held up great. No structural issues and no creaking.
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I put this bed together myself. It took a while but It turned out great. I followed the modifications to reinforce the crossbeams/frame. Be careful when assembling the drawers because the wood is thin and can easily crack. Using a drill can save time but I would NOT recommend it because of the soft material. I purchased this along with the Tall Double/Queen Storage Headboard, Espresso to match. I like this combination more than the one it suggested and it looked better with a box spring + mattress. Between my husband and I who are both over 6 feet and combined weigh over 450 lbs this bed has held up perfectly. Those who have had trouble with crooked drawers. Try straitening out the frame by picking up one end and setting it down gently. Do NOT try to scoot or slide the frame, it will become distorted and cause the drawers not to fit correctly. once in place, screw in corner brackets to keep it secure. Advice: use the recommended bed modifications, take your time with the drawers, and make sure the frame is straight. UPDATE: I have now had the bed two years and it has held up great. No structural issues and no creaking.