The bench is beautiful- very sturdy.  The plum is a rich color that is perfect for the gray master bedroom. There is some assembly; the arms with the legs attached each have 4 screws that need to be attached.  On one side we could only connect 3 of then as the 4th didn't line up, however it doesn't seem to effect the function.  I have seen similar for more money.  I bought a 2nd one in Maroon for a daughter that liked it as well.