Simple directions to follow and put together. Teen son had it together in an hour. Coloring of wood a good contrast. Can go with different shades of wooden furniture in room along with black. Appears to be sturdy. Being used in teens room. Creates plenty of room in small space with 4 drawers. Only negative is the wire bottom drawers. Small things will fall through. We’ve added small plastic boxes for these items and plastic lining so his clothes do not get wire imprint.