Takes about 30-45 mins to assemble. The base has a nice weight to it making it durable and less likely to tip, it is still light enough to move around with ease. It stands about 3’ tall and about a 1’12 wide. It has a nice clean look to it and propane gas tanks are easy to find at your local Walmart. My family loves it and would recommend to any looking for a great heater for their patio or balcony. We are currently living in an apartment and it works perfect to heat our outdoor seating area.