I bought this for my sunroom, which is small and the reason for purchasing this daybed instead of one of the larger ones. As others have said, it did have a very strong chemical odor when opened. I aired on my patio for a week before bringing inside. Was very easy to assemble, which I did by myself (female above 65) My only complaint is the cushions, they are very thin and hard which makes it very uncomfortable and no option in color. Finding replacement cushions is impossible unless you have them custom made which would be very expensive. Once I get comfortable cushions, I know that I will enjoy it.