I've never put any furniture together before.  About the only "building" I've ever done is hang up pictures.  With the right type of screwdriver, I had no trouble putting this together which was a 
pleasant surprise for my husband as well.  The color is slightly off-white not a bright white and 
it looks more like a piece of furniture for the home rather than for the office.  The drawers move
smoothly and quietly.  Overall, I'm very pleased with this cabinet.