Easy to assemble for two 72 year old women!  We debated on whether to get the larger size, and are so glad we did.  Very sturdy, love the blue top, and everyone is thoroughly enjoying it.  Because we live in FL, and it was too big for our small home, we have it outside under the covered patio.  We keep it covered when not in use.  A great purchase and already providing hours of family fun. We were short a few screws, but called the given service # and were promptly connected with a real person who was very accommodating and personable, and promised to send the missing part.