Put together by myself in about 5 hours. I did the drawers last with the goal of putting a mattress on it as soon as I was able. The drawers can be assembled at any time.  Put the frame together, take a break, wait a day, have a bottle of wine, then do the drawers.  I enjoy putting furniture together and treat it like a puzzle. If this is not you, then you may want a friend to help. Even though it’s manufactured wood, it is surprisingly sturdy.