This desk is so lightweight. I was able to carry the pieces upstairs by myself and put it together in about 2hrs. Im surprised at how clean all the parts were because there was very little dust. Looking at it online, I thought the black shelves were made of metal, but instead they are made of the same wood as the table top. I also thought that the little mailbox was made of metal, but it turns out to be fabric. Im still glad I purchased it.