It was really easy to set up especially since all I did was drink wine and supervise my boyfriend. The instructions were clear and had lots of diagrams. Each panel was also labeled to correlate with the instructions. Its very light weight and works well with light colored decor. I just wish the back panel was colored the same on both side for behind and inside the lower cubby. I didn't want guests to see the back which made us change the original placement of the guest bed.