Easy to assemble. Took me about 45 minutes but this is on my own and I am not fast at reading technical directions. I must say the directions are more clear than IKEA's typical directions. Each part is clearly labeled with a letter! That's how easy the manufacturer has tried to make assembly. Though this is a particle board product, it looks nice and the fake wood look is not really noticeable. It is heavy and sturdy. It has gray and taupe tones-really different and I think attractive.