Even though this house is quite large, it is well made and sturdy. It will last as long as the granddaughter is of the dollhouse age. So often one buys something and it is falling apart in a month. I must compliment the company for providing instructions that were easy to follow. It took several hours because of how big it is. The parts were well labeled and the screw assembly package was well thought out even to colored coordinated screws.. I am a 73 year old grandmother and I could do it. I must admit was nice to have a second pair of hands to hold a piece while I screwed.