Ok, so it wasn't the easiest piece of furniture to put together but it wasn't the hardest, either. I can't believe what a good bargain this thing was. It is exceedingly well made. I would put the quality of this hall tree above anything I've ever bought from Ikea and I like Ikea. For those of you saying it was a pain to put together --- where is your resilience? You give up so quickly in frustration? Learn some tenacity. I'd definitely buy it again. I'm not particularly handy and it took me under two hours. 

Pros: Great value and craftsmanship
Cons: None.