Beautiful piece but the directions are just pictures and not very detailed. Make sure with each step the slot for the backboard is on the backside of the piece. The picture I added helps. I put 2 of these together and got this wrong both times so I included a picture. Also, when you add the magnetic closure, wait to tighten them until the doors are on. Slide the magnet back and forth until they both connect at the door and then screw them in place.