Assembling the hall tree is very challenging, consuming around 4 hours. Fragile wood dowels, particularly for the shoe storage sections, added difficulty as they broke easily if not handled carefully. Aligning the holes for screws was also an issue, requiring me to create holes manually. The final assembly lacked stability. Despite contacting customer service for help, the promised callback never came through, intensifying the overall frustration. If your budget allows, consider investing in a higher-quality alternative from elsewhere.