I have never assembled anything, being recently single, but this was very simple to do. It took me about 20 minutes due to my inexperience but it came together beautifully. It is lovely unfinished, but I will probably put some polyurethane on it to prevent any water rings etc. It fits behind my couch perfectly, and provides me with a civilized place to dine.  I am in a one bedroom apartment w/o a dining area.

Pros: Extremely  good value! Delivery was super quick.