We got this to prepare for a third boy and guests. The trundle is a major factor for us. My husband has it about 80 together. Took all day but he took his time. We havent gotten the trundle or stairs installed yet. No rush on the stairs as we cant use the top bunk yet because we dont have the mattress. But the bunk bed is beautiful, sturdy and actually arrived a day early. We got the espresso finish and it matches perfectly with our other furniture in the room. To me its more of dark cherry than espresso. Either way, its lovely! Def worth the money!