The TV stand is perfect and I couldn’t be happier. It is a solid piece and wonderfully sturdy. I was prepared to take a couple hours to assemble but it only took us 40 minutes tops to assemble. The directions work but remember this is a two person assembly project. I can’t wait to get my TV up to place it on this lovely stand. You NEED a power drill to assemble in the 40 minutes it took us. Otherwise your hand will be very sore and it will take 1-2 hours for assembly.