This desk is really great for the price.  It was just what I wanted in size and a little extra storage  Because it's white, I did buy a desk mat for the top, to reduce pen marks and scratches.  It took me about 1.5 hours to put together by myself. As long as you pull all the materials out, get them sorted into piles, and then review the instructions in advance, it's relatively easy. However, you can build this desk either left-facing or right-facing (A or B in the directions) so just be sure you follow that part closely.