Well we love the desk, but it was not easy (at least for us) to assemble. The fact that several pieces did not have the number or letter on them, made it more challenging. We worked about 4 hours the afternoon we got it, then pooped out. Finished it up the next morning in under 2 hours. HOwever it is sturdy and heavy and different. My husband likes it. Lots of room for him to spread out when doing paperwork.