Whatever you do don’t tighten all the screws on any piece until all are in place and only slightly tightened! It says this on the directions but it’s a must or else you can’t get it together. Assembly best done with extra hands but it can be done alone. It looks nice after the cushions have fully fluffed which takes a few days. When it was delivered, there were many holes in the boxes that I feared created damage but only to an end a 1 small piece that’s not really visible. I chose not to return it because it doesn’t bother me. I’m pleased with the purchase and 300 off was a nice perk for the special sale.