We bought the playset when it became evident our kids would not be returning to school or daycare anytime soon. Best decision ever as we can't keep them off of it. Directions were fairly easy, but we did have to use the 3D app on a couple of the steps that weren't very clear. The build wasn't too hard either and my husband handled most of it as I am heavily pregnant. It took him around 15 hours to put together. We only had one piece of wood that was cracked, but fortunately it was part of the rock wall, so we used wood glue and put that piece towards the bottom. Overall, it seems very sturdy and a great price for everything you get.