Delivered in large well packed box.  My husband spend his time putting it together, not difficult but kept him busy.  When completed we stood back to wow, enjoy, love, fill with our china and serving pieces.  It is sturdy, beautiful, large very well built and lots better than we thought it could be.  Wayfair really knows how to pick the items it wants to sell.  This buffet is a winner, top 10 out of 10.  We bought the white with the natural wood top which goes perfectly with our dining room decor.  Love it!