Directions not the greatest, but as soon as I had one piece done, all the others went together in under an hour.  I just plain love this set.  The price also was a PLUS.  Don't let directions throw you off, this set is definitely worth buying even if it takes you forever to put together.  My friends have all ooohd and ahhhhhd.  I also like that I can put items on the platform under the table top.  It's got lots of looks for sure.  One last comment, it's also comfortable to sit at. Enjoy your new kitchen set!!