Very easy to assemble with just one person who has the upper-body strength to maneuver the heavy top (lift with your knees!) and all the required tools were included with the product.  The white lacquer top and base are very bright and shiny, and while they easily clean, they also easily scuff.  Right now I'm deciding whether a precious table is right for my household -- we're more "workhorse" folks and may revert to re-establishing our previous table.