If you have been inspired to paint from some of the DIY pictures, the small sticker labeling each piece will need to be removed prior to painting.  Wish the labeling was on the end to save me from having to scratch off “price tag” like stickers and the sticky residue. 

It came well packaged in 3 large boxes on a pallet.  Too wide to get through the side fences with the pallet jack, so you’ll have to grab a furniture dolly to transport. 

Other than that, I am satisfied.