Looks just as good in person as in the pictures on Wayfair. Assembly was a little challenging. It took me about 40 minutes by myself. With another person helping it would definitely be easier. It's solid and strong when assembled. The wood used for the posts is paulownia - "the other balsa", so it's very lightweight. Probably a good thing. If it was oak or maple this thing would weigh a ton and cost a lot more.