Super easy to assemble! Was done putting it together in about 20-30 minutes (did it alone). I will say when connecting the lighter pieces of wood that are the frame of the ladder, it helps to be very organized and aware of what numbers you attach where - once you connect them the numbers disappear. Using it as a plant shelf and it is working wonderfully. If you care ascetically - the screws on either side of the ladder are visible, but it doesn't bother me. Overall love it!