This is a quality piece of furniture.  I first purchased the nightstands and liked them so much that I purchased the chest.  Assembly is minimal, just the legs need to be attached, but a bit tricky only because the chest is big, has to be on its side and if you are doing it in a small room, it's a bit hard to maneuver.  This piece is very heavy, seems to be solid wood. I opted for the special "room of choice" delivery, which was a value and a godsend! I especially like the bright white finish of this piece, the soft close of the drawers and the way it coordinated with the pieces I purchased several months earlier. Very pleased with this purchase.