I love this.  It took me longer to put together than probably a lot of people.  But I am 67 with no talent and had 6 dogs helping.  (My kitten was being good in his catio).  My collie did steal one piece that was the last piece to go on.  I covered it with a sock and the column is good.  Just burgundy.   My kitten did play on it for a short time before bed.