This piece was easy to put together. It’s very sturdy and very much of a space saver for my little eight year old artist! My daughter is constantly doing crafts and would always use my kitchen table and make a big beautiful mess. Its surface is easy to clean that she does it herself. The lights really make a pleasant workspace for homework, arts and crafts and ambiance at night when she’s needing some soft lights to fall asleep. I’m impressed by the solid structure and the durability. It took about an hour to assemble. I bought a high stool for her to use. The table is too high to sit at with a regular chair.