If it said it needed to be assembled, or assembly needed, I missed that...Some assembly is acceptable..This arrives in 1 million pieces...I opened the box, & proceeded to give it away! Way too much of a hassle/weight to return...I did benefit in one way, I will search & research to see if it notes "assemble required!"  The look is great, but it's one gigantic jigsaw puzzle...huge disappointment, & would not recommend.