Ok, have to admit it was like putting together the pieces of a puzzle for my husband, and it was his gift! (oh-oh). However, once up and in use in my family room, it looks marvelous. Everyone that comes over wants to know where we got it, and of course two of my friends will be using your site because of me! It is a beautiful piece of furniture, I say well worth the time spent putting it together, and so did my husband.