This pergola is actually made by Mirador. The quality is excellent and it is stable on our patio even without the anchors. The black color is more of a faded black or dark grey. It takes at least 2 people and 2 ladders plus an impact driver to complete the build. You can find the instruction videos online for MIRADOR. It took about 5 hours, from start to finish, including the unload and carrying of materials to the patio. The louvers really make this pergola better than most. Very happy with the purchase, especially for the price! It has a 5 year warranty I hope I won't need.