Assembly was easy.. Everything lined up.  It's everything you would expect and it's solid!  The edges don't get as hot as the center area but that is to be expected.   I THOUGHT the far sides would be hotter and at first I was a little disappointed but then soon realized, when I'm on high heat and I need a little cooler place to turn to quick, I slide the food to the sides.. (probably only 4.5" from the side is all) but it is a noticable difference.  Either way, plenty of room for the hot stuff!  No Regrets!