Assembly is a bit of a challenge.  about 6 hours with two of us, and I have a construction background, so tools aren't exactly foreign to me.  Instructions are difficult to follow.  Fit and finish is not as high of quality, as I expected.  Some "chips" and scratches, and the doors and drawers need constant adjustment.  My opinion is quality is at a 6 on a 1 to 10 scale.  Desk tops look great, and are heavy, which, once again in my opinion, is a good thing.  I would rate the hinges and drawer slides an 8 out of 10 quality wise.  Color is wonderful.  Deep cherry and maple.  Beautiful combination.