The shaker desk couldn't be easier to put together as everything is done except the addition of the legs.    Hardware is easy to install, a pack of "extra hardware" was included although I didn't need it.    The "distressed grey" is a much warmer tone (lots of beige) than I had expected but it will work in the space.   The design of the desk is good and it is very solidly and well built.   Quite happy with the end result.