I put it together alone in about 90 minutes. Make sure you install the side panels as shown in the diagram or the shock absorbers won't fit. One screw hole where the hinge goes had no insert to accept the screw. There was one extra for each piece of hardware. The lining is attached via Velcro, so time will tell how well it holds up. Without the lining, the box is completely porous. My initial opinion is that it is well designed and strong. It is what I expected via the pictures, and description.  I have a 6 piece deck set and this holds all the cushions. I am satisfied with the box and the price 
I paid.
All in all, this is a freat box