This was very easy to assemble...like 8 bolts total and everything was pre drilled and aligned. It took maybe 20 minutes to assemble. It was well packaged and arrived undamaged. I selected this type as we needed a sofa that was impervious to cats. This one is holding up well, the cushions have zippers to remove the foam so the covers can be washed. The wood is beautiful and hard enough that cats do not attempt to claw it. Very happy with purchase so far.