Was very scared after reading reviews but, a lot of problems I read have been corrected. This arrived double boxed with corner protectors in each layer and there wasn’t the slightest imperfection anywhere.  It’s still challenging to put together but as someone has mentioned take  your time and use some common sense.  If you don’t want holes on top don’t put them on the top.  The backing is in two pieces, put them where you want.  I put one drawer in with no back on it so I could put the power strip in it.  You can see cords anywhere.  It’s beautiful and we love it.