For those of you that are looking at this desk here are a few things that would have helped me. This is not a SOLID wood desk. I would take this to mean that it is real wood. The desk is a solid piece of something but then laminated to look like wood. Construction is better than other compressed board units at this price. It worked very well for the corner that I needed it to be in and has been a solid option. I would say its a 5 footer. Looks great as you are entering the room but if you sit at it you can pick up on the fact it is not real wood.

As for the assembly, do your self a favor and through away the instructions. If your not savvy in putting things together find someone that is good at putting puzzles together. Wasn't horrible I did it in about 2 hours.