Easy to assemble. No missing hardware or tools to impair assembly. The color and look are true to what was shown on the website. I love this look so much I bought 2 in black in this size, an additional one in the same color, but slightly wider in dimension to help transform my large walk in closet, and am planning to buy one more for my living room. I just love the sleek, modern, out of the ordinary design of this bookcase!