This is a SOLID and beautiful set! Like others have noted, it's much darker in color than the pictures suggest--it's more of an espresso tone--and it was delivered in perfect condition. I assembled all seven pieces in about 2 1/2 hours by myself (middle-aged woman). I would recommend investing in a power screwdriver and a hex-key set to fit it. It makes assembly of this and similar furniture a snap, and beats trying to use the dinky enclosed wrench to tighten everything. I'm very happy with this wonderful set, and I would buy it again in a heartbeat!