I have a very limited experience with putting together furniture from kits, but found this to be easy. I took my time. Nice finish. Mission Oak is redder than Puritan or Golden Oak. Very sturdy and heavy cabinet, although it contains some veneers in places, such as the backing. Handsome and efficient style is carried throughout. I only wanted the bottom, so can't tell you anything about glass work. The top finish of this cabinet is a solid oak slates which are joined by tight fitting dovetail joints and sanded to a smooth, quality, furniture, low luster finish. This construction is carried throughout the cabinet facing and actually goes well with the "Crafts" style. Doors are strong magnetic, easy to align and assemble, and feel sturdy. I used wood glue in the drawer construction but the drawers glide smoothly on interior rails.