So happy I bought this!! Beautiful pergola, everything was packed in two long boxes, they arrived on the same day so I started putting it together! Well, it took me 7 hours to put together, you need other people to help you. I also utilized my garage to help support one side as my kids were holding the other. Had to undo two poles that were already together because they were on wrong. Watch the video and read the directions. Well worth when it is all done!! Very sturdy and well made! Exactly what I was looking for!! 
1st photo is with canopy off due to rain.