Even if you're good at assembling things, it's going to take you awhile to put this one together due to the large number of pieces. The instructions are easy to read though, and you'll have a much easier time of it if you pre-drill the screw holes a bit deeper than they're already drilled. After it's together, you'll find that this table is exactly as pictured, true to color, and a bit higher quality that many other tables I've seen that cost twice as much. Great addition to my living room.