Pretty easy to put together for the most part - with a couple exceptions. First and foremost there were no instructions in the box. It turns out there is a link to the build instructions with your order info in your Wayfair account. They also use screw caps for some of the connections but the instructions don’t tell you to use the little baby wrench they provided to hold it still while you turn the screw. I knew what to do but not everyone will. Lastly, you really need 3 hands to screw the hooks on if you want them firmly tightened. So get someone to help you when you get to those. Otherwise a single person can do the entire thing in about 30 leisurely minutes if you are used to putting things together. If I was in a hurry I am sure I could have finished sooner. All in all, I am pleased with this island for extra kitchen storage.