I love this bed and we are very happy with our purchase! I was a bit skeptical to make such a large purchase online, but the reviews were great. Then I saw the bed at a local store for $500, and I realized what a good price Great Offer Stock had on it. The local store had a six-week wait on orders, while Great Offer Stock shipped it to us in a little over a week, even with weather delays! The color is a deep brown/bronze and it has a nice light texture to it. The finish is matt, not shiny, and it looks like an expensive bed. It was easy to assemble, and there is a support bar that runs the length of the bed down the middle, so the bed is very sturdy. We were even able to make use of the space underneath for our dining table leaves. I highly recommend this bed!