This item arrived just days after I ordered it which I appreciated. Packed securely but there was a fair amount of styrofoam used in packaging which took a little time to brake down for trash. Easy to assemble and took me about 45 minutes. I didnt have issue with it not being level as others mentioned. I love the finish and for the price (purchased during a sales promotion) I couldnt be happier. I almost bought the same piece on sister company Joss & Main which would have cost me at least $35 more. I glad I also checked this manufacturer... just seems strange for prices not to be uniform across all companies. I would have been a bit upset if I had noticed lower price after purchase.