We bought this gazebo hoping it would help keep the sun off of our deck and actually make it usable. It far exceeded our expectations. It’s much sturdier than we expected. The curtains are heavier than I thought  appear to be water proof. That keeps me from having to bring the furniture cushions in  out everyday. It has a 2500 lb snow load capacity, really important in Western NY. It definitely requires at least 2 people to put it together and power tools will make it much easier. All together with only having help 1 day, it took my husband almost 2 days to put together. Now all I need is the rug to come (Wayfair) and some brighter pillows (Wayfair) and I’m all set. Only 1 piece was damaged and Purple Leaf is replacing it. I highly recommend this gazebo.