The sectional sofa arrived in two very large boxes. The ottoman in a separate box. These boxes were packed tight with the body of each part of the sectional and the corresponding back support pieces that you assemble by screw/ washer/ & nut, the zippered enclosed cushions for the back support of the sofa that are removable for laundering that had large Velcro strips sewn to place on the back support pieces to hold in place, seating cushions also zippered enclosed and removable for laundering, feet, & hardware. The only tool needed was included an allen wrench. The sofa sections and backings were clearly labeled to correspond with the easy to follow instruction assembly 2 page paper instruction leaflet with diagrams and parts identification. The instructions to assemble were fairly easy to put together. I am impressed with the construction. The sofa is very firm, which should give some with years of wear. I was happy to know this since it was not a buyers remorse resulting with a sagging sofa. The foundation on the couch frames where the cushions sat on was a trampoline weave, very sturdy, no board slats, YEAH! I am very impressed with the construction, the comfort, the visual appeal. The only thing I purchased was scotch guard to protect the fabric for easy clean ups of possible spills. I am extremely pleased.