This desk comes in a billion pieces, so be prepared to spend  few hours assembling or pay extra for expert assembly if it’s available. It isn’t “hard” to assemble, just time consuming. It’s made from pressed wood (or as I call it, hot dog wood) and the veneer can crack or chip easily. Be careful if you’re clumsy or destructive. Once assembled, it is very heavy, solid and sturdy feeling. Mine came with a duplicate drawer piece, so I had to request the proper piece from the manufacturer. For the price, I wish the furniture pieces were made with better quality materials. Overall, it looks nice and works for what I needed it for.