It did take a long time to assemble. I was able to do it myself within 4 to 5 hours. Just be aware it didn't come with any tools. The plastic for the part that swings the shoe drawer came cracked and one of the panels had a chip in it. I didn't put in the half slot for one of the shoe drawers so it fit heels and ankle boots but you lose that capacity. Love the extra storage and surface area and the narrowness of the cabinet frees up some room in my entranceway.