My wife really likes the desk.  The instructions are ok not the greatest, word of advice assemble the unit standing and do it in sections. Assemble the top shelves , assemble the desk , then assemble the bottom. Stand the bottom up then place the desk on and then put the top on. If you lay it on its side as the directions say you will crack it or break it (I know)!! Since we bought 2 I will use what I learned to put together the 2nd one!