Purchased this item and assembled with ease. Instructions were easy to follow and I actually enjoyed putting this large item together. I used decorative rocks to fill the base for weight since sand was not readily available. It starts easily and puts out heat as expected. Haven't used it much yet, but I noticed that you don't feel the heat past 5 feet or so when it is winter cold. We'll see how it goes on more temperate nights. It could have a better way to secure the propane tank so when tilting and moving the unit, the tank stays in place. Maybe next design will address this.