Checking the fit of the headboard before applying finish.

The headboard standing on its own. It is not leaning against the wall.

Drawer cases attached to the headboard.

Footboard attached to the drawer cases.

Filling in the structure in the middle.

All decked, side rails going on.

The side rails are attached to the drawer cases with dry dominos and pocket screws from below. Hence, the long bit on the impact screwdriver lower center of the image.

All done and cleaned up.

With a 10" thick mattress.

Close up of footboard birdseye.