This unit was incredibly easy to put together. The instructions were easy to read and made perfect sense. It took me about an hour to put together and I was watching tv half the time. There us a solid feel to the unit and the materials look first rate. The only slip up was the packing materials were missing four wood screws that I had to purchase. But thats the only negative comment. I would hardily recommend this unit. Im using it as a second cart that can hold some appliances (get them.off my counter top) and cook books.