There are NO directions with this pergola.  There are pictures, which are insufficient to keep you from putting things together incorrectly and having to take it apart again.  It was very frustrating, and there were 3 of us doing it, all who are very capable people.  We were shorted 4 screws, which we will have to try to get sent to us.  It looks really good, but doubt it will stand up to the wind. I would recommend paying a little more and getting something more substantial.