I have to say this desk was the hardest desk I have ever put together.  I would not encourage anyone who has trouble putting things together to buy this desk. The desk is attractive and looks just like the one in the photo.  The diagrams in the instructions were unclear and not extremely helpful. I have never purchase a piece of furniture where absolutely nothing was pre-assembled, not even the drawer rails were in place.  On a positive note the pre-drilling was perfect. Just know the desk very awkward to put together and certainly not for someone who has issues with assembly. I have my desk together and I do like it, but had I know how the assembly would be I might have opted for another piece of furniture.