It was pretty straight forward to assemble and looks very well made.  I bought three sections and the connection pieces under the middle piece that connect it to the two other pieces are basically a screw with an eye hook. Once you have put the pieces together it is very hard to get under them to connect the pieces together.  I am 5'9 with pretty long arms and only barely was able to reach them.  I thought the velcro to keep the bottom cusions in place was a great idea, but depending on where you are putting the counch, being able to get under the base of the couch to attach the velcro is no easy job.  I am going to buy a waterproof cover for the couch, because I will not want to take the cushions off again until I put it away for the winter.  The cushions are nice and thick.  The couch is pretty low to the ground, but the cushions add another 2 inches. The couch arrived in good condition and I really like the design and quality of the wood.