I was expecting a much smaller couch for the price and size of the multiple boxes all of this sectional came in--needless to say I was pleasantly surprised! Though some of the boxes did arrive with heavy damage, all parts were included and the assembly took approx. 1 hour or so. The cushions arrived vacuumed-sealed and thus should be allowed to fully fluff up. So far (1.5 months), the beige fabric is holding. Would definitely buy it again, and am looking forward to buying more modular parts should my family grow.