The only assembly is the four legs on the table.  On the underside of the table at each corner there is a square flange over which the inside of the square leg fits around and a long threaded rod holds it all together with a nut on the end.  Problem was, the ends of two legs were bent in and would not fit on the table flange, plus there were wicker staples shot through the leg metal in the bent area.  Had to pound out the leg ends to fit the flange as well as remove the staples - not easily done by a non-DIY homeowner.  On top of that, being 4 legs - you need 4 nuts for the threaded rod.  Only came with 3 nuts.  The nut is metric - so special trip to the hardware store.  Al in all - poor quality control.



Pros: Nice table set
Cons: Poor quality control