They are very easy to put together and look very nice. It would be nice if two edges of the layout didn’t have to have the rubber loops hanging out (for a new row) but you barely notice it. We tried to rub it down with linseed oil, but that didn’t really absorb into the wood. So, it might have been nice to see something in the instructions saying wood was pre-treated and oiling was not necessary. Anyway, still worked perfectly for our needs at a reasonable price.