To be honest I was a bit skeptical a first when it said assembly required. The box arrived and it was HUGE! Once I opened it, I found the only assembly was to put the legs/feet on. I was more than thrilled to say the least. It resides in my Kitchen/Dining/Living room and I get to see it every day. The words are nothing less than aspiring! I have let everyone who sees it know how pleased I was with everything!