This is a fabulous value for a budget headboard. I purchased two for my guest room, mixed with IKEA bedding. I was expecting low /cheap quality given the price point, but I was still pleasantly surprised with quality. Color is just slightly darker than the photo: actual color is a step darker than natural linen, nearly tan. Fabric quality is mediocre, so it will pill a little bit if it gets a lot of rubbing (my intended use is for guests, but my husband has been sick so he's been in the guest room for a few weeks and I noticed just a little pilling where the pillow rubs). I'm very pleased with the black welting. It upgrades the overall look. The construction is generally good and easy to assemble. Attaches to a metal bed frame with bolts. Scale is great -- I have them set up with pillow top mattress and box springs and the height is appropriate (sometimes budget furnishings are 3/4 scale and look anemic). This headboard is a definite recommend for a classic neutral foundation -- splash it up with printed linens! I would not suggest this as an investment piece, but if you have high-end taste on a low end budget, the overall balance of style and construction makes this a good buy. I debated making DIY versions and decided these were very economical vs. buying fabric, foam, batting, wood, nail heads, and my time. I give this 5 stars it is such a good balance of high style, ok quality, and low price.