This desk was by far one of the most complex assemblies I've encountered. Not only did it take me (a fully able-bodied, pretty smart, and organized individual) more than 15 hours to assembled over multiple days, it arrived with many pieces that were broken. Wayfair Resolution eventually got the right parts to me (twice), but I did not expect to have this desk sitting partially assembled spread across a room of my home for 2+ weeks waiting for new parts to arrive. The desk is made from particle board with a veneer top, and if you over-tighten even in the slightest, you will have cracks. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone I love.