We are so happy with this dining set!  I was very surprised at how well it was packaged and that there was no damage to any of the boxes from shipping.  It was very easy to put together, however, I did use a power drill which helped me work through the process much more quickly.  The wood is a little rough in some spots but nothing that a piece of sandpaper won't fix.  We did decide to use a clear coat on the top of the table for extra protection from water rings.  Overall, another great purchase from Wayfair!