The pieces had some minor damage and paint chips in a few of the pieces. The bed itself wasn't too difficult to put together. All edges are sharp so I'm constant  reminding the children to be careful. Considering  the price, I suppose you do get what you pay for. Not the best quality but hopefully we should get a few years use out of it. As a 5'2 adult I would happily  sleep on the bottom bunk but I haven't dearer to go to the top as it is quite wobbly.He children love it but I would not buy this again.