This is a sturdy piece of furniture and the instructions were some of the best we’ve experienced. Very clear, thorough and all the parts were marked well. This is usually the battle…the furniture is the furniture but assembly can be a challenge. It took 2 people just about 2 hours, taking our time. Be patient with the very last step. You have to put screws between the two pieces over the L piece and you’ll need small fingers and some patience.