This gazebo is a really nice addition to a very sunny backyard, I love the shade it provides. I put it together mostly on my own, with 2-3 helpers when it came to putting up the posts and attaching the roof beams. It can easily be done in 1 day. Everything was packaged nicely and the instructions were easy to follow. Mine is set up on the grass and I used the stakes to hold it in place. It has held up to really strong wind and storms. The tiered roof is great for air flow and I really like the USB charging cord. I have a light hooked up but can charge a phone too. Overall a great addition to my yard and it looks and feels like it will hold up for a long time.