I waited 4 months and some usage from this piece to write a review in order to give a proper review..First it came via UPS much sooner than expected...Although I had help getting the box in my place I assembled it myself (56 female). The directions were fairly easy to read...Tools for assembly are...Tack hammer and Philips screw driver...It took me some hours (6) to have fully assembled ..I recommend having someone to assist....I didn't give it a 5 simply because it is after all MDF and can scratch easily....Other than that I'm quite satisfied.