I got this desk for my home office and so far it is great! The assembly instructions could be more clear, but as long as you're paying close attention to what you're doing and double checking yourself, then you should be fine. I would definitely recommend having a friend help though. My friend and I were able to put it together no problem, and we're both 24 year old females with no carpentry or handy work experience. But it would have been very difficult to put it together by myself. Possible, but difficult. For some reason, my desk came with brown vertical slats rather than white...but I don't mind too much since it matches the drawer handles. Something to note; USE A COASTER. Otherwise, the paint will bubble up...lesson learned the hard way. Overall, great desk!