The appeal of this bench is nice. But the assembly was a headache. The supporting bar for the footboard blocked the ability to turn some assembly screws. Also, the wicker make of the patio sofa also blocked some of the screw openings for assembly. I got around it but having some one manually holdsqueeze the pieces together and a strong arm working the wrench  screw in together. Thank goodness I had a strong friend over on assembly day.