Easy to put together.  Didn't have a large space to work with so this was the perfect option.  It is not real wood, but didn't expect it to be at this price. Only reason I didn't give it 5 stars, there was a chip & nick on the finish/edge of the top--on the back & back corners which were not visible from the front---not a big problem but knew they were there.The backing for the shelves was a pain-- the holes didn't line up. Very Happy with this purchase.