You definitely need 2 people, make sure you have a drill as well to save yourself  a lot of extra work. We were short 6 screws and there are no extra - do not lose any!! Instructions were not the best as you need to read the next three steps at all times in order to not have to redo parts of the build to add in other parts. Overall I would not recommend this to a happy couple as you will be testing out your relationship. Kidding aside, it’s up and I’m happy.