although I purchased an extra bookshelf I want you to know that you can put this together alone. it took me 3 days. read instructions before setting up. it is heavy. triple check that parts are turned the right way or are in the right position. hammer those wooden pegs as far as they can go. they will bend the wood. its darker than expected. it is sturdy. use furniture pads to move because it is heavy. be careful putting the drawers together. I waited 6 months for this piece and it is worth every penny.