These are beautiful tables that in my opinion demand a larger living room. The only reason I gave it 4 stars was the assembly was truly a pain with the little odd "screwdriver" (L shaped metal thing-sure it has a real name). It does take two people to put this together, in my opinion. With two people I would say aprox. 1-1 1/2 hour from start to finish per table). There were a couple of small nicks which I will take my furniture pen to. The wood is solid and nicely finished. These are pieces that will last for many many years with care of the wood. Very Mediterranean in style. Note: If you have an electric screwdriver with the correct bit it would cut down the assembly time probably 1/2 hour. Enjoy!