Just finished assembling this TV stand an hour ago, and cant stop looking at it... Just beautiful! Very high quality, sturdy, and well made. You dont really need 2 people to assemble it... I did it myself (well, me and a glass of wine). Someone wrote a review that it smells like chemicals... Its just a typical wood stain smell, which dissipates within minutes of opening the box. The wood is just a bit darker than the photo, which Im happy with because it matches my other furniture perfectly. So pleased with this purchase!